Arts, Culture & Music   

Cascade Music is excited to offer small-group piano lessons at Shoreline Community College. Dr. Jensina Oliver will be teaching an adults (age 16+) piano group class for beginners, or those who have some experience with piano but who are still at an elementary level. Come and join the fun on Monday nights working on rhythm, sight-reading, solos, and duets! Students need acoustic piano or digital keyboard with weighted keys for practice at home. Lessons take place in keyboard lab at SCC. Maximum number students is 12. Includes books and materials.

 

Cascade Music is excited to offer small-group piano lessons at Shoreline Community College. Dr. Jensina Oliver will be teaching an adults (age 16+) piano group class for beginners, or those who have some experience with piano but who are still at an elementary level. Come and join the fun on Monday nights working on rhythm, sight-reading, solos, and duets! Students need acoustic piano or digital keyboard with weighted keys for practice at home. Lessons take place in keyboard lab at SCC. Maximum number students is 12. Includes books and materials.

 

During this Level 1 Integrated Chinese course (2 days/week for 9 weeks), students will be introduced to Pinyin, the official romanization system for Standard Mandarin Chinese in China. With Pinyin and tones, students can master pronouncing words properly and start building up vocabularies. Grammar will be taught in communicative approach with many interesting topics. A workbook will be provided to keep and textbook will be loaned to students during the class session. For ages 12+ and adults of alll ages. Student discounts for high school and college students available! 

 

During this Level 1 Integrated Chinese course (2 days/week for 9 weeks), students will be introduced to Pinyin, the official romanization system for Standard Mandarin Chinese in China. With Pinyin and tones, students can master pronouncing words properly and start building up vocabularies. Grammar will be taught in communicative approach with many interesting topics. A workbook will be provided to keep and textbook will be loaned to students during the class session. For ages 12+ and adults of alll ages. Student discounts for high school and college students available! 

 

The HSK is a globally recognized test for measuring Chinese language proficiency among non-native speakers, offering official certification and facilitating academic and career opportunities. This course, tailored to HSK exam level 1, provides structured lessons and exercises. Textbook and workbook will be provided electronically by the teacher. Suitable for students aged 12+ and adults.

While HSK Standard Course 1 introduces fundamental Mandarin skills, HSK Standard Course 2 builds upon them and advances beyond basics, focusing on deeper language comprehension and usage. Textbook and workbook will be provided electronically by the teacher. Suitable for students aged 12+ and adults.

Chorale Mixed voice ensemble that is open to the community and to Shoreline CC students seeking credit (register via College registration process). Styles include classical, jazz, pop, folk, and world music. A short placement check will be performed in the first week of class to determine section placement. For students 16+ and adults of all ages! This class is 2x week for the 10 week academic quarter. 

Parking is not included in the price of the class and can be purchased from the kiosks in campus. Quarterly passes are also available through the cashiers. Parking & Permits | Shoreline Community College. Parking is free at Shoreline Community College after 4 p.m. weekdays and on weekends/holidays and for weeks between the academic quarters. 

Celebrate the World of Sparkling Wine This class is a deep dive into the fascinating world of sparkling wines, exploring their diverse styles, production methods, and geographical origins. Students will learn about the key differences between popular sparkling wine types, such as Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, and other sparkling varieties, understanding what makes each unique. The course covers essential production techniques like the traditional method (Méthode Champenoise), tank method, and others, and how these techniques impact flavor, texture, and overall experience. For students 21+ (identification required). Some food/snacks will be served to enhance the experience, but it not required. 

This class offers a comprehensive introduction to mosaic techniques, guiding students through the process of creating their own unique mosaic pieces, whether it be a decorative wall hanging, coaster, candleholder or a vase for the garden. Through hands-on practice and expert guidance, participants will unleash their creativity and learn to transform ordinary materials into extraordinary works of art. Supplies included but students can also bring their own tiles upon approval of the instructor. 15+

This class offers a comprehensive introduction to mosaic techniques, guiding students through the process of creating their own unique mosaic pieces, whether it be a decorative wall hanging, coaster, candleholder or a vase for the garden. Through hands-on practice and expert guidance, participants will unleash their creativity and learn to transform ordinary materials into extraordinary works of art. Supplies included but students can also bring their own tiles upon approval of the instructor. 15+

Voiceovers: Now is your time!

In what could be the most enlightening 2 hours you have ever spent, this class will show you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more. In this introductory class, you will learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry. Voice-overs can be managed on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with minimal overhead! Whether you choose to pursue voice-overs part-time or full-time, this could be the game changer you've been looking for. 

This class is an introduction to Japanese language and culture designed for students with little to no experience. We will focus on conversational skills, pronunciation, everyday expressions, basic vocabulary, simple sentence structure, and basic grammar. Students are expected to review and practice between classes. Reading and writing are not covered.

Learn how to read and write Japanese! A beginning course dedicated to learning two essential types of Japanese writing systems - Hiragana and Katakana. Completion of Japanese: Beginning Conversational or familiarity with Japanese sounds is required. Students are expected to practice on their own through repetition and memorization. This course will complement the spoken language and lay the foundation for learning Kanji (Chinese characters). The instructor recommends that students purchase a Japanese Stationary Genkouyoushi Writing Notebook (available on Amazon for $9.98) or similar notebook (not required).

Whether you're new to drawing, haven't drawn in a while, or draw regularly, come hone your skills in a supportive and affirming environment. Instructor is able to work with beginning to advanced students as we explore a variety of media - Pencil, ink, colored pencil, charcoal, pastel and mixed media. Give yourself the gift of time to make art!

LEARN TO WEAVE ON A TABLE TOP LOOM - In just one class you'll weave a couple of cotton washcloths on a tabletop, rigid heddle loom. It covers all the weaving basics: loom set-up, color changes and finishing. Once you learn to weave, the possibilities are endless including scarves, pillow covers, towels, curtains and cloth for sewing. Weaving supplies and handouts are included. Or bring your own assembled working rigid heddle loom with a 7.5 or 8 dent heddle. Some walking is required.For students 15+ and adults of all ages. Some walking around a table required. Please note that no scented products or perfumes should be worn during this class.

STUDENT REQUIRED SUPPLIES

Students required to bring a scissor (to cut yarn), a pen and these specific yarns:

• 3 balls (100 yards each) of cotton yarn Lily’s Sugar ‘N Cream at either Joann’s or Michael’s
• Select colors that work well for stripes and plaids and no more than one variegated color

LEARN TO WEAVE ON A TABLE TOP LOOM - In just one class you'll weave a couple of cotton washcloths on a tabletop, rigid heddle loom. It covers all the weaving basics: loom set-up, color changes and finishing. Once you learn to weave, the possibilities are endless including scarves, pillow covers, towels, curtains and cloth for sewing. Weaving supplies and handouts are included. Or bring your own assembled working rigid heddle loom with a 7.5 or 8 dent heddle. Some walking is required.For students 15+ and adults of all ages. Some walking around a table required. Please note that no scented products or perfumes should be worn during this class.

STUDENT REQUIRED SUPPLIES

Students required to bring a scissor (to cut yarn), a pen and these specific yarns:

• 3 balls (100 yards each) of cotton yarn Lily’s Sugar ‘N Cream at either Joann’s or Michael’s
• Select colors that work well for stripes and plaids and no more than one variegated color

LEARN TO WEAVE ON A TABLE TOP LOOM - In just one class you'll weave a couple of cotton washcloths on a tabletop, rigid heddle loom. It covers all the weaving basics: loom set-up, color changes and finishing. Once you learn to weave, the possibilities are endless including scarves, pillow covers, towels, curtains and cloth for sewing. Weaving supplies and handouts are included. Or bring your own assembled working rigid heddle loom with a 7.5 or 8 dent heddle. Some walking is required.For students 15+ and adults of all ages. Some walking around a table required. Please note that no scented products or perfumes should be worn during this class.

STUDENT REQUIRED SUPPLIES

Students required to bring a scissor (to cut yarn), a pen and these specific yarns:

• 3 balls (100 yards each) of cotton yarn Lily’s Sugar ‘N Cream at either Joann’s or Michael’s
• Select colors that work well for stripes and plaids and no more than one variegated color

Individual instruction on piano, vocal, woodwind, guitar, bass, ukelele, brass, string, and/or percussion instruments. Instructor permission required and may vary by quarter. Check the list of faculty lessons below or contact jkashiwa@shoreline.edu if you are interested in other music instruction.  These are non-credit courses for students 15+. 

The Individual Instrument Music Instruction course includes 5 hours of private lessons during the academic quarter. Instructors accommodate all levels of ability, from beginners to advanced musicians. Meeting dates and the length of instruction (five 60-minute lessons or ten 30-minute lessons) will be established after the student is enrolled. Individual Instruction music lessons are usually held in the #800 Music Building.

Fee: $399.00 for ten (10) 30 minute sessions -  $39.90 per lesson. Once registered, the times and dates will be determined directly with the faculty. You may sign up for multiple 5 hour sessions during the quarter with faculty approval. 

Individual instruction on piano, vocal, woodwind, guitar, bass, ukelele, brass, string, and/or percussion instruments. Instructor permission required and may vary by quarter. Check the list of faculty lessons below or contact jkashiwa@shoreline.edu if you are interested in other music instruction.  These are non-credit courses for students 15+. 

The Individual Instrument Music Instruction course includes 5 hours of private lessons during the academic quarter. Instructors accommodate all levels of ability, from beginners to advanced musicians. Meeting dates and the length of instruction (five 60-minute lessons or ten 30-minute lessons) will be established after the student is enrolled. Individual Instruction music lessons are usually held in the #800 Music Building.

Fee: $399.00 for ten (10) 30 minute sessions -  $39.90 per lesson. Once registered, the times and dates will be determined directly with the faculty. You may sign up for multiple 5 hour sessions during the quarter with faculty approval. 

Individual instruction on piano, vocal, woodwind, guitar, bass, ukelele, brass, string, and/or percussion instruments. Instructor permission required and may vary by quarter. Check the list of faculty lessons below or contact jkashiwa@shoreline.edu if you are interested in other music instruction.  These are non-credit courses for students 15+. 

The Individual Instrument Music Instruction course includes 5 hours of private lessons during the academic quarter. Instructors accommodate all levels of ability, from beginners to advanced musicians. Meeting dates and the length of instruction (five 60-minute lessons or ten 30-minute lessons) will be established after the student is enrolled. Individual Instruction music lessons are usually held in the #800 Music Building.

Fee: $399.00 for ten (10) 30 minute sessions -  $39.90 per lesson. Once registered, the times and dates will be determined directly with the faculty. You may sign up for multiple 5 hour sessions during the quarter with faculty approval. 

Individual instruction on piano, vocal, woodwind, guitar, bass, ukelele, brass, string, and/or percussion instruments. Instructor permission required and may vary by quarter. Check the list of faculty lessons below or contact jkashiwa@shoreline.edu if you are interested in other music instruction.  These are non-credit courses for students 15+. 

The Individual Instrument Music Instruction course includes 5 hours of private lessons during the academic quarter. Instructors accommodate all levels of ability, from beginners to advanced musicians. Meeting dates and the length of instruction (five 60-minute lessons or ten 30-minute lessons) will be established after the student is enrolled. Individual Instruction music lessons are usually held in the #800 Music Building.

Fee: $399.00 for ten (10) 30 minute sessions -  $39.90 per lesson. Once registered, the times and dates will be determined directly with the faculty. You may sign up for multiple 5 hour sessions during the quarter with faculty approval. 

Individual instruction on piano, vocal, woodwind, guitar, bass, ukelele, brass, string, and/or percussion instruments. Instructor permission required and may vary by quarter. Check the list of faculty lessons below or contact jkashiwa@shoreline.edu if you are interested in other music instruction.  These are non-credit courses for students 15+. 

The Individual Instrument Music Instruction course includes 5 hours of private lessons during the academic quarter. Instructors accommodate all levels of ability, from beginners to advanced musicians. Meeting dates and the length of instruction (five 60-minute lessons or ten 30-minute lessons) will be established after the student is enrolled. Individual Instruction music lessons are usually held in the #800 Music Building.

Fee: $399.00 for ten (10) 30 minute sessions -  $39.90 per lesson. Once registered, the times and dates will be determined directly with the faculty. You may sign up for multiple 5 hour sessions during the quarter with faculty approval. 

Individual instruction on piano, vocal, woodwind, guitar, bass, ukelele, brass, string, and/or percussion instruments. Instructor permission required and may vary by quarter. Check the list of faculty lessons below or contact jkashiwa@shoreline.edu if you are interested in other music instruction.  These are non-credit courses for students 15+. 

The Individual Instrument Music Instruction course includes 5 hours of private lessons during the academic quarter. Instructors accommodate all levels of ability, from beginners to advanced musicians. Meeting dates and the length of instruction (five 60-minute lessons or ten 30-minute lessons) will be established after the student is enrolled. Individual Instruction music lessons are usually held in the #800 Music Building.

Fee: $399.00 for ten (10) 30 minute sessions -  $39.90 per lesson. Once registered, the times and dates will be determined directly with the faculty. You may sign up for multiple 5 hour sessions during the quarter with faculty approval. 

Individual instruction on piano, vocal, woodwind, guitar, bass, ukelele, brass, string, and/or percussion instruments. Instructor permission required and may vary by quarter. Check the list of faculty lessons below or contact jkashiwa@shoreline.edu if you are interested in other music instruction.  These are non-credit courses for students 15+. 

The Individual Instrument Music Instruction course includes 5 hours of private lessons during the academic quarter. Instructors accommodate all levels of ability, from beginners to advanced musicians. Meeting dates and the length of instruction (five 60-minute lessons or ten 30-minute lessons) will be established after the student is enrolled. Individual Instruction music lessons are usually held in the #800 Music Building.

Fee: $399.00 for ten (10) 30 minute sessions -  $39.90 per lesson. Once registered, the times and dates will be determined directly with the faculty. You may sign up for multiple 5 hour sessions during the quarter with faculty approval. 

Individual instruction on piano, vocal, woodwind, guitar, bass, ukelele, brass, string, and/or percussion instruments. Instructor permission required and may vary by quarter. Check the list of faculty lessons below or contact jkashiwa@shoreline.edu if you are interested in other music instruction.  These are non-credit courses for students 15+. 

The Individual Instrument Music Instruction course includes 5 hours of private lessons during the academic quarter. Instructors accommodate all levels of ability, from beginners to advanced musicians. Meeting dates and the length of instruction (five 60-minute lessons or ten 30-minute lessons) will be established after the student is enrolled. Individual Instruction music lessons are usually held in the #800 Music Building.

Fee: $399.00 for ten (10) 30 minute sessions -  $39.90 per lesson. Once registered, the times and dates will be determined directly with the faculty. You may sign up for multiple 5 hour sessions during the quarter with faculty approval. 

The Shoreline Concert Band is always seeking new members! Comprised of Shoreline Community College students and community members! The band performs quarterly concerts that include traditional music, contemporary band works, orchestral transcriptions, solo features, Broadway musicals, and marches. No audition is required, but members do need to have previous experience. Band rehearsals will meet in the #800 Music Building weekly during the academic quarter.  Open to students 16+ 

For more information, please contact Dr. Christopher Vongvithayamathakul at cvongvithayamathakul@shoreline.edu.

It's never too late to develop your foreign language skills! Impress your friends and colleagues by developing your conversational ability in real life situations in your community or while traveling. Study basic pronunciation and grammatical structure in a nurturing interactive environment. Recommended for people who have never taken Spanish. This course is Latin based and for beginner students. Required Book: SPANISH in 10 Minutes a Day (ISBN: 978-1931873307).

It's never too late to develop your foreign language skills! Impress your friends and colleagues by developing your conversational ability in real life situations in your community or while traveling. Study basic pronunciation and grammatical structure in a nurturing interactive environment. Recommended for people who have never taken Spanish. This course is Latin based and for beginner students. Required Book: SPANISH in 10 Minutes a Day (ISBN: 978-1931873307).

Refine your vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and ability to master routine conversations. Recommended Prerequisite: Spanish: Intermediate 2. Required Book will be listed upon registration online.

Continue learning by improving your vocabulary, conversation and grammar skills using present, past and future. Prerequisite: Spanish: Beginning. Required Book: "Barrons: Learn Spanish the Fast and Fun Way" 2nd or 3rd Edition by Gene Hammitt (ISBN: 978-0764125508).

This class is online via Zoom.

Continue learning by improving your vocabulary, conversation and grammar skills using present, past and future. Prerequisite: Spanish: Beginning. Required Book: "Barrons: Learn Spanish the Fast and Fun Way" 2nd or 3rd Edition by Gene Hammitt (ISBN: 978-0764125508).

This class is online via Zoom.

If you love reading short stories and want to write them, this class is for you. We'll examine jaw-dropping short stories and what makes them tick. We'll try writing our own short fiction, learning idea generation techniques, experimental story formats, and revision tips to make your stories gleam. Then we'll learn how to get published. Students will leave this class with at least 3 new short story ideas, a cover letter for submitting stories to publishers, and a critique of a story up to 5000 words from the instructor, author G.G. Silverman. SUPPLIES: Bring either a notebook and a pen OR a laptop/tablet with writing software.