Beginning Guitar

Pick up the guitar and play! Learn chords, strum patterns, tablature, and notes while learning songs. Pick up some basic theory. Have fun while learning the fundamentals that make guitar playing rewarding in this comfortable class environment. Bring your acoustic guitar and required books to class.

This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.

Beginning Guitar

Pick up the guitar and play! Learn chords, strum patterns, tablature, and notes while learning songs. Pick up some basic theory. Have fun while learning the fundamentals that make guitar playing rewarding in this comfortable class environment. Bring your acoustic guitar and required books to class.

• Jul 07, 2026 to Aug 25, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (7 sessions total), Tuesday
• Fee: $170
• Item: 15741
• There will be no class on July 28.
  Textbooks required for this class:
  Belwin's 21st Century Guitar Method 1 (2nd Edition) By Stang 978-1470623807
  Belwin's 21st Century Guitar Theory, Book 1 by Feldstein & Stang 978-1470623807

Jazz Ensemble

Practice and perform in concert the newest big-band arrangements which cover all styles of big-band jazz. This class combines talents of professional and student musicians in the big-band experience. Membership is by audition only, which take place during the first class; registration is required within 10 business days of the first class session. 

This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.

Vocal Performance and Stage Technique Workshop

Learn more about vocal performance, techniques, and stage presence in individual study with well-known singer and recording artist, Gina Funes. You will have a piano accompanist, and a recital is performed at the end of each quarter with the pianist and an option to perform with big band accompaniment. Ten weekly, one-hour sessions to be arranged with instructor via Zoom.

This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.

Expressive Guitar: Beyond the Basics

This class is for intermediate beginners who already know a few chords or scales but want to take their guitar playing to the next step. If you’ve ever felt stuck playing the same patterns or struggled to make your music sound expressive, this class will help you move forward. You’ll work on technique and theory together, focusing on how to use chord shapes, scales, and rhythm in a way that makes your playing more musical. The goal is to give you practical skills you can actually use when you pick up your guitar, not just abstract ideas. Please bring your own acoustic or electric guitar and a pick. Electric guitar players should also bring an amp and cords.

• Aug 05, 2026 to Aug 26, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (4 sessions total), Wednesday
• Fee: $100
• Item: 15744
• Supplies are required for this course.

Group Voice for All Levels

Discover and enhance your unique singing voice in a supportive group setting. This class focuses on vocal fundamentals, technique, and expressivity, helping you develop strong musicianship. Through lyric analysis, melodic interpretation, and personalized song choices, you'll unlock a wide range of vocal tools. Pieces are chosen based on the student's needs as well as tastes. Open to all levels. 

• Jul 08, 2026 to Aug 12, 2026 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (6 sessions total), Wednesday
• Fee: $155
• Item: 15762

The Performance Experience

This class is a space to create, perform, and try new things. It’s open to musicians, singers, dancers, actors, comedians, poets, and anyone who wants to get up and share their work. You’ll start by developing your own style, then team up with others for duos, small groups, and collaborative pieces.

Each session gives you a chance to perform, get feedback, and build confidence in a low-pressure setting. You’ll meet other creatives, swap ideas, and see what happens when different styles come together. Bring whatever you use to create and show up ready to experiment.

• Jul 07, 2026 to Aug 11, 2026 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (6 sessions total), Tuesday
• Fee: $155
• Item: 15763