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Vocal Performance
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredAudition format
Virtual OnlyTraining
•Weekly private voice lessons with applied faculty each semester
•Training in art song, oratorio, and opera repertoire
•Studio classes include master classes with distinguished guest artists
•Holistic approach includes Alexander Technique and performance psychology
•Recent master class guests include Nicholas Phan, Elizabeth Futral, Malcolm McKenzie, Marie Plette, and other opera/oratorio artists
Performance & Productions
•SF State Opera presents staged scenes or one-act operas each fall and a fully-staged opera with orchestra each spring
•Vocal ensemble opportunities include University Chorus, Chamber Chorus, Treble Singers, and Schola Civilis
•Solo opportunities include Concert Hour, studio class, master classes, chamber music, and half or full recitals
Location
•San Francisco Bay Area location offers access to one of the country's most active music communities
•Performance opportunities extend across the School of Music and the wider Bay Area arts community
Degree Flexibility
•Bachelor of Music vocal concentration combines liberal arts study with intensive vocal training
•Senior recital requirement prepares students for graduate study and professional performance pathways
•Pathway to MM in Performance with vocal emphasis at SF State
Academic info
Snapshot
3.44
Avg GPA (W)
96%
Admit Rate
school-wide
50%
Grad Rate
18.6K
Enrollment
$68K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$12,278
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$7,950
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,550
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$9,341
$30-48k$9,867
$48-75k$11,825
$75-110k$14,556
$110k+$22,523
Program info updated May 11, 6:29 PM
Program Highlights
Training
•Weekly private voice lessons with applied faculty each semester
•Training in art song, oratorio, and opera repertoire
•Studio classes include master classes with distinguished guest artists
•Holistic approach includes Alexander Technique and performance psychology
•Recent master class guests include Nicholas Phan, Elizabeth Futral, Malcolm McKenzie, Marie Plette, and other opera/oratorio artists
Performance & Productions
•SF State Opera presents staged scenes or one-act operas each fall and a fully-staged opera with orchestra each spring
•Vocal ensemble opportunities include University Chorus, Chamber Chorus, Treble Singers, and Schola Civilis
•Solo opportunities include Concert Hour, studio class, master classes, chamber music, and half or full recitals
Location
•San Francisco Bay Area location offers access to one of the country's most active music communities
•Performance opportunities extend across the School of Music and the wider Bay Area arts community
Degree Flexibility
•Bachelor of Music vocal concentration combines liberal arts study with intensive vocal training
•Senior recital requirement prepares students for graduate study and professional performance pathways
•Pathway to MM in Performance with vocal emphasis at SF State
Training
•Weekly private voice lessons with applied faculty each semester
•Training in art song, oratorio, and opera repertoire
•Studio classes include master classes with distinguished guest artists
•Holistic approach includes Alexander Technique and performance psychology
•Recent master class guests include Nicholas Phan, Elizabeth Futral, Malcolm McKenzie, Marie Plette, and other opera/oratorio artists
Performance & Productions
•SF State Opera presents staged scenes or one-act operas each fall and a fully-staged opera with orchestra each spring
•Vocal ensemble opportunities include University Chorus, Chamber Chorus, Treble Singers, and Schola Civilis
•Solo opportunities include Concert Hour, studio class, master classes, chamber music, and half or full recitals
Location
•San Francisco Bay Area location offers access to one of the country's most active music communities
•Performance opportunities extend across the School of Music and the wider Bay Area arts community
Degree Flexibility
•Bachelor of Music vocal concentration combines liberal arts study with intensive vocal training
•Senior recital requirement prepares students for graduate study and professional performance pathways
•Pathway to MM in Performance with vocal emphasis at SF State
Updated May 11, 6:29 PM
