Scott Cmiel

Scott Cmiel is Chair of the Guitar Department at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music Pre-College and Continuing Education Divisions and conductor of the SFCM Guitar Youth Orchestra.

Articles By This Author

Scott Cmiel - March 31, 2026

A Pat Metheny S.F. premiere highlighted a concert by the guitar master and his star student.

Scott Cmiel - February 24, 2026

The record features works written for the guitarist by 10 composers dear to his heart.

Scott Cmiel - October 21, 2025

The acclaimed guitarist demonstrated great virtuosity and masterful control of her instrument in a solo concert.

Scott Cmiel - April 15, 2025

Playing for a packed house, Vidovic shows why guitar lovers idolize her.

Scott Cmiel - February 25, 2025

The two great masters — one on sarod, the other on guitar — play an impressive and inspiring concert.

Scott Cmiel - December 10, 2024

In a recital for the Omni Foundation, Polish guitarist Mateusz Kowalski plays a striking transcription of the piece.

Scott Cmiel - April 13, 2024

The young guitarist’s musicianship and flair make her recital a highlight of the season.

Scott Cmiel - February 13, 2024

The 79-year-old master just keeps getting better.

Scott Cmiel - November 15, 2023

The standout group makes an impact with contemporary works, many of them transcribed by the ensemble.

Scott Cmiel - July 18, 2023

A wide-ranging guide to the recorded legacy of that giant of classical guitar.