Contact the Music Department
Administrative Assistant: Lori Geller
- Email: geller_lori@smc.edu
- Phone: 310-434-4323
- Office Hours (PAC 211): Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Department Chair: Brian Driscoll
- Email: driscoll_brian@smc.edu
- Phone: 310-434-3478
Fall 2025 Events Flyer: JPG PDF (coming soon!)
About the Music Program
The music curriculum at Santa Monica College provides educational opportunities designed to meet the needs of students who wish to explore and expand their knowledge, performance skills and appreciation of music. This is fulfilled through a program that includes applied and group music instruction, history, vocal and instrumental ensembles, theory and musicianship. The curriculum is intended to serve music majors, general education transfer students, vocationally oriented students, and the community.
Music Performances
Full Music Calendar
Oct
26
SMC Wind Ensemble: War Horses
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
SMC Performing Arts Center, The Eli & Edythe Broad Stage
Oct
27
SMC Jazz Ensemble: Our Wasted Youth
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
SMC Performing Arts Center, East Wing Music Hall
Oct
31
SMC Applied Music Showcase
7:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
SMC Performing Arts Center, The Eli & Edythe Broad Stage
