Los Angeles College of Music
Higher EducationCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
Los Angeles College of Music (LACM) is a higher education institution based in Pasadena, California, offering degrees in Music Performance, Music Production, Music Composition, and Music Business. The college emphasizes leadership development in music, supported by a faculty of active professionals and extensive opportunities to perform alongside professional musicians. It brings together an international student body in an intimate environment focused on creating, recording, performing, and marketing music in today's industry. LACM targets students seeking practical training and industry access to advance their careers in music and related fields. Beyond degree programs, it pursues partnerships and initiatives with industry groups and other institutions, including an international songwriting competition created with the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in 2024. In May 2026, the Chouinard Foundation merged with LACM, marking a notable development for the institution.