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.
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.
Apr 07, 2025
to Jun 22, 2025
from 12:00 am
to 12:00 am
(10 sessions total), Monday
Come explore the mystery, power, and elegance of Afro-Caribbean drumming and dancing! This all levels workshop will provide you with a great introduction to Afro-Caribbean rhythms and further develop your rhythmic skills! Perfect for the beginning to intermediate drummer! We explore hand technique, timing, and fun to play polyrhythms! We'll also explore songs that go with the drumming and some beginning dance moves that correspond directly to the polyrhythms. Drums provided, includes notes on the rhythms and songs.
This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.
Ukulele for Beginners
Start strumming right away as you learn to play the ukulele in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Curriculum includes traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music as well as popular songs. Focus will be on basic strums and chords set to new songs each week. Bring your soprano, concert, or tenor ukulele to class. Start making music!
May 07, 2025
to Jun 18, 2025
from 6:30 pm
to 8:30 pm
(7 sessions total), Wednesday
Fee: $160
Item: 29234
A few ukuleles are available to rent; contact the instructor at itspatk.206@gmail.com
Learn to Speak Guitar: Guitar and Theory Techniques
This transformative guitar class is designed for students who have a solid understanding of music but struggle to translate their ideas into expressive guitar playing due to insufficient technique and lack of a structured system. Many talented musicians get frustrated when they can't play what they hear in their head and feel in their heart. Our focus is on breaking down these barriers by providing you with the essential tools and a proven method to apply them effectively on the guitar. Simply learning scales, chord shapes, and theory isn't enough – this course will show you how to use them to become a better musician. If you're ready to invest the time and effort, we’re confident that together, we can achieve your musical goals. Students must bring their own acoustic or electric guitar and a pick. For electric guitar players, please bring your amp and chords.
Jun 04, 2025
to Jun 25, 2025
from 7:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
(4 sessions total), Wednesday
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.
This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.
