Training
•Bullet: 12-unit Voice Certificate of Achievement available beginning Fall 2026, combining sequenced solo-vocal study with choral and stage-performance ensembles
•Bullet: Required voice study totals 6 units: Music 50A Elementary Voice, Music 50B Intermediate Voice, and Music 57 Advanced Vocal Performance Techniques
•Bullet: Students choose 2 units from Music 55 Concert Chorale or Music 59 Chamber Choir, then complete at least 4 additional units from Opera Workshop, Advanced Opera Production, Musical Theatre Workshop, Advanced Production – Musical Theatre, Jazz Vocal Ensemble, Concert Chorale, or Chamber Choir
•Bullet: Program outcomes emphasize healthy, self-aware vocal technique, sight-reading, stylistic interpretation across traditions, independent and collaborative performance, and professional self-promotion
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: Voice classes use a master-class format, and the required/elective ensemble menu connects students with choral, jazz-vocal, musical-theatre, and opera performance
•Bullet: Music 57 culminates in public recital experience for advanced singers
Facilities
•Bullet: Music instruction is based in SMC's Performing Arts Center, including the Music Hall, Broad Stage, Edye Second Space, and student practice rooms
