SFCC Community Choir seeks any interested voice, regardless of skill level or experience, to help present one choral concert a quarter. This low-impact, low-pressure class is perfect for those who sang in school or wish they had and a great way to engage in the many benefits singing offers.

Shostakovich to Sousa! Unleash your musical inhibitions and perform a variety of band literature from new symphonies and band compositions to the old standards. For more information, contact Andrew Smouse (Andrew.Smouse@sfcc.spokane.edu). Prior to enrolling, please verify your availability on the performance date: *you must be able to participate in the end of quarter concert.* For concert schedule information, visit the SFCC Music Department website.

The cigar box guitar is a worldwide phenomenon. Many famous musicians have started on these simple homemade instruments. The 2-stringed, “Chugger”, version we’ll be playing is provided; you just show up. The Chugger is the easiest stringed instrument to play, even easier than a ukulele! This 90 minute class is for beginners; no music experience is needed. There is only 1 simple 1-finger chord to learn (You don’t even need to cut your fingernails!). Our emphasis will be on fun; mostly on playing and singing at least 10 familiar songs from 3 free, downloadable songbooks which contain 1,000+ songs. You’ll also learn to adapt your favorite songs for 1-finger playing, how to get your hands one, and resources available to continue your journey. Experience “Cigar Box Guitar Mojo” as you become a 1-finger Cigar Box Guitarslinger! 

Participants will perform in a small jazz combo, focusing on improvised solos in a variety of styles including bebop, swing, fusion, and rock, with at least one performance at the department jazz concert. These groups meet once a week for 2 hours, scheduled by the members and instructor, and are open to any instrument or voice. Emphasizing a variety of musical styles in jazz tradition and contemporary styles, these ensembles use lead sheets to create arrangements, improvise backgrounds for solos and melodies, and perform solos over chord progressions. Players of varying instrument types and skill levels, including vocalists, are welcome to participate.

The SFCC Jazz Ensemble is a full big band including trumpets, trombones, saxophones, and rhythm section (piano, bass, guitar, vibes, drums). Music performed will include traditional big band swing literature, contemporary works, Latin style pieces, and original compositions. Jazz ensemble experience preferred.

Prior to enrolling, please verify your availability on the performance date (you must be able to participate in the end of quarter concert). For concert schedule information, visit the SFCC Music Department website.

This Beginner Line Dance class will improve your balance and memory while having fun! Sandy's motto is: There’s no such thing as mistakes in line dancing, they’re called solos. Step sheets and YouTube links shared for all dances taught so you could practice at home (if you wanted to). I will always suggest options so folks can change up the dance steps to satisfy what their body wants to do. We line dance to all kinds of music, not just country. Recommend smooth soled shoes that you can slide in, do toe taps, and do the twist. Leather-soled cowboy boots and dance sneakers work, too. Fitness level 1 2 3

All ACT 2 Fitness classes require a fitness form be on file with the ACT 2 office. One form is required every academic year. If "Add to Cart" buttons are missing for fitness classes, first log in. The Fitness Form can be found here.

If you already know at least 10 line dances and/or feel comfortable learning at least one new dance at every class, then this Beginner Plus class is for you. Beginner Plus line dances are generally faster paced and/or have tags, tempo changes, restarts, etc. but no worries as Sandy will make sure that you are having fun while challenging your memory. And of course she will review dances taught the previous week before teaching a new one. Sandy's motto is: There’s no such thing as mistakes in line dancing, they’re called solos. Step sheets and YouTube links shared for all dances taught so you could practice at home. We line dance to all kinds of music, not just country. Recommend smooth soled shoes that you can slide in, do toe taps, and do the twist. Leather-soled cowboy boots and dance sneakers work, too. Fitness level 1 2 3 

All ACT 2 Fitness classes require a fitness form be on file with the ACT 2 office. One form is required every academic year. If "Add to Cart" buttons are missing for fitness classes, first log in. The Fitness Form can be found here.

The SFCC Advanced Orchestra is a full orchestra that includes strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Specific instrumentation varies by quarter. Proficiency on a standard orchestral instrument is required. For more information, please contact Andrews Smouse at andrew.smouse@sfcc.spokane.edu.

Private Music Lessons - for personal enrichment ONLY. No grade given, no outcome assessment. Students can choose whatever instrument they are interested in. Current instrument offering examples include: saxophone, clarinet, percussion, and music composition. 

Students must contact the SFCC Music Department Chair prior to enrollment, contact information is below.

You know some beginner ukulele chords and can sing a few songs. What now? Improve your strumming, add new chords to your gig bag, and use simple ukulele music theory to help understand music keys and chords. We will learn the C-scale and see how it is used to play a song melody and simple solos. We will use TAB to play melodies to mix with chords for instrumentals and see how common chord shapes can be moved up-the-neck. We will also do some group singing and discuss practical ways to practice, but our emphasis will always be on having fun. Instructor has a limited number of ukuleles available to loan, email scott.hallett@scc.spokane.edu for more information.

The ukulele has recently made a huge comeback in popularity and is the easiest of all string instruments to learn to play. It is also suitable for all types of music. These three 2-hour classes are designed for absolute beginners (or those that know only a few chords). Our emphasis will be on fun rather than theory and no prior music experience is needed. We will begin with simple, familiar tunes, and spend our time learning a few simple chords that will allow you to play literally hundreds of songs. We will spend time on the care and feeding of your ukulele as well. A 50-page handout will be provided, but you need to have your own ukulele and tuner. Instructor has a limited number of ukuleles available to loan, email scott.hallett@scc.spokane.edu for more information.

This course introduces students to the basic art of drumming as a gateway to explore the cultures and music of Africa, Brazil, Cuba and the Middle East. No previous music reading or drumming ability is required (although helpful) and instruments are provided.

This course introduces students to the basic art of drumming as a gateway to explore the cultures and music of Africa, Brazil, Cuba and the Middle East. No previous music reading or drumming ability is required (although helpful) and instruments are provided.