Music Program


Music majors and non-majors enjoy outstanding music ensembles and private lessons from some of the country's finest teachers and gifted performers.
Our curriculum focuses on the development of the whole musician, guiding each student to strive for excellence and realize their full potential.
With small class sizes throughout the program (student-to-teacher ratio of 5:1), majors and non-majors alike see exponential growth and development and enjoy an enviable number of performance opportunities.
Scholarships
In addition to need and merit-based scholarships, incoming students are eligible for the Music Scholarship, totaling up $13,000 per year. Apply in October! Scholarships fill up fast.
Performances
SMC Glee Club
Our students take part in numerous shows throughout the academic year. Check out SMC Glee Club’s rendition of “Rather Be,” rehearsed and recorded remotely in May of 2020!
Auditions
Auditions for ensembles occur at the beginning and end of each term. Please contact the directors regarding auditions.
Glee (Perfa 19-01) | Chamber Singers (Perfa 19-06):
Contact Dr. Julie Ford: jaf17@stmarys-ca.edu
Piano and Private Lessons (Perfa 112) :
Contact Dr. Lino Rivera: lrivera@stmarys-ca.edu
Instrumental Ensemble (Perfa 19-02)
Jazz Band (Perfa 19-03):
Music Programs
Program & School Information
CONTACT US:
Dr. Sixto F. Montesinos Jr., Head of Instrumental Studies & Assistant Professor of Performing Arts, Music
Tara Sundy, Performing Arts Coordinator & Events Manager/Box Office Manager