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Classes are programs that run on a term or academic year basis.
If you are looking for a program which is a single day or short term, please see our Workshops page.
Oak Lake Strings
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 Summer Term
Tuition: $25
Day & Time: Tuesday, July 14th @ 10:00 - 3:00 pm
Register Here2025-26 School Year
Tuition: $199
Day & Time: Tuesdays @ 6:30 - 7:45 pm
Dates:Fall Term: September 16th - December 10th (no class November 25th)
Winter Term: January 6th - March 24th (no class February 17th)
Spring Term: March 31st - June 16th (no class April 14th)
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Instructor: Chas Arnold
Oak Lake Strings is a non-auditioned beginning/intermediate string orchestra for adults, performing everything from Bach to Beatles! Conductor/Director, Chas Arnold, works with this small, friendly ensemble to improve individual and ensemble skills.
Oak Lake Summer Term will consist of a single day orchestral rehearsal/chamber playing/performance held at the Camano (Island) Schoolhouse, Camano City's 1906 Schoolhouse, on Tuesday, July 16th from 10:30am-3:00pm. More information and music distributed at the end of June.
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Beginner/intermediate adult string musicians. Participants should be able to read sheet music and have basic knowledge of their instrument. Open to violin, viola, cello, and double bass.
Exploring Chamber Music - Strings
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2026-27 School Year - Registration Opening Soon!
Tuition: $50/term or $250/year
Days & Time: Mondays 10:00 - 11:00amTerm 1: September 15th, 22nd, 29th, October 6th, 13th 20th
Term 2: October 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th, December 1st, 8th
Term 3: January 26th, February 2nd, 9th, 23rd, March 2nd, 9th
Term 4: March 16th, 23rd, 30th, April 6th, 20th, 27th
Term 5: May 4th, 11th, 18th, June 1st, 8th, 15thClick on Repertoire & Registration button below for exact dates for each term!
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Instructor: Kerry Bollinger
The class is designed to allow intermediate and advanced amateur players the opportunity to systematically explore string quartet repertoire.
This class is sponsored in part by Associated Chamber Music Players.
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Beginner/intermediate amateur adult string musicians. Participants should have experience in their instrument, but do not need to have prior chamber music experience. Open to violin, viola, cello, and double bass. Limited piano openings.
Not sure if this is for you? Contact Kerry Bollinger here or join us for a free rehearsal to see for yourself!
Cello Reset: Rebuilding Technique for Adult Players
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2026-27 School Year
Tuition: $99
Day & Time: Tuesdays @ 9:30 - 10:30 am
Dates:Fall Term: September 15th - October 20th
Winter Term: TBD
Spring Term: TBD
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Instructor: Meg Risso
This cello group class is designed for adult amateur cellists who want to refresh and refine their technique in a supportive, focused setting. We’ll revisit the foundations that foster a confident, resonant sound — including bow hold, bow distribution, and essential bow strokes — with clear guidance and practical ideas you can immediately apply to your own playing.
In addition, we’ll strengthen left hand setup and efficiency, explore balanced positioning, and work toward a natural, expressive vibrato. Whether you’re returning after time away or simply looking to polish and rebalance your technique, this class offers thoughtful feedback and a collaborative atmosphere to help you play with greater ease, control, and confidence.
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Adult cellists 18+ that can:
Play in 1st position on all strings
Feel comfortable reading bass clef sheet music on cello
Have a basic understanding of how to play the cello, but would like to improve technique
Knowledge on shifting is not required, but useful
Chamber Coaching & Masterclass
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2026-27 School Year
Tuition: $149
Day & Time: Tuesdays @ 11:00 - 12:00 pm
Dates:Fall Term: September 15th - December 15th (no class November 24th)
Winter Term: TBD
Spring Term: TBD
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Instructor: Luke Fitzpatrick
Join us for this weekly Chamber Music Coaching Masterclass. Join as a preformed group, or sign up as a single player to be assigned to a group*. Groups will participate in one hour long independent rehearsal at Music Center, as well as a one hour Masterclass with Luke each week.
Independent Rehearsals will be assigned a room at Music Center either the hour before or the hour after the weekly Masterclass. If groups would like additional time, they can request additional time at Music Center if space allows, otherwise groups would have to organize rehearsals on their own time and space.
For the Masterclass, Luke will create a rotating schedule where two groups will be coached each week. All participants are required to attend every master class, regardless of if they are playing in that specific class or not. Each group will be coached by Luke multiple times throughout the semester.
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This program is designed for all musicians ages 18+. Participants do not have to have experience playing in chamber ensembles, but should be comfortable playing intermediate level works (such as Mozart or Haydn).
This program is open to both single participants and pre-formed groups.
Ukulele for Adults I & II
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 School Year
Tuition: $199
Day & Time: Mondays @ 6:30 - 7:30 pmFall Term (Ukulele II): September 15th - December 9th (no class November 24th)
Winter Term (Ukulele I): January 5th - March 16th (no class January 19th or February 16th)
Spring Term (Ukulele II): March 30th - June 8th (no class April 13th, 20th, or May 25th) - $149 tuition for Spring Term
Ukulele for Adults alternates between Ukulele I and Ukulele II by term. See class details for more information between the two levels.
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Instructor: Mariah Fraser
Ukulele for Adults I:
Ready? Set?! Ukulele! Join us in a beginning ukulele class! Total beginners are welcome, as are players who already know how to play a little bit. We’ll work on learning some chords, strumming, and there will be opportunities to sing for those who would like to practice accompanying their voice.
We’ll also learn a bit about scales, technique, and easy music theory that goes along with playing the ukulele. Instrument not included - students should bring their own ukulele; soprano, concert, or tenor size. For ukulele recommendations, email Mariah.
Ukulele for Adults II:
Ready? Set?! Ukulele! Join us in a continuing beginning ukulele class! This class is a continuation of our beginning ukulele class, Ukulele for Adults I.
We will continue to learn more advanced strumming techniques, learn to read tablature, and more. Instrument not included - students should bring their own ukulele; soprano, concert, or tenor size. For ukulele recommendations, email Mariah.
Students who did not participate in Ukulele for Adults I may be able to join if they already know a few chords and basic strumming. Contact Mariah to determine if this a good fit.
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Adults who are total beginners to ukulele as well as those who already know how to play a bit. Open to soprano, concert, or tenor ukulele. Instrument not included.
Ukulele Ensemble
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 Summer Term
Tuition: $99
Day & Time: Mondays @ 6:30 - 7:30 pm Dates: June 29th - August 3rd2025-26 School Year
Tuition: $199
Day & Time: Mondays @ 7:30 - 8:30 pmFall Term: September 15th - December 9th (no class November 24th)
Winter Term:January 5th - March 16th (no class January 19th or February 16th)
Spring Term: March 30th - June 8th (no class April 13th, 20th, or May 25th ) - $149 tuition for Spring Term
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Instructor: Mariah Fraser
Come join Music Center's first ukulele ensemble! This group is for all levels; if you've just learned, or have been playing for years- come jam with us! We will meet weekly, play and sing through lots of songs, and just have fun!
Contact Mariah if you are unsure that this group is a good fit.
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Adults who who know a few chords on ukulele as well as those who already know how to play well. Open to soprano, concert, or tenor ukulele. Instrument not included.
My Grown Up & Me: Ukulele for Adult and Child
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 School Year
Tuition: $198 (one adult, one child @ $99 per person*)
Day & Time: Fridays @ 4:30 pm
Dates:No Fall Term
Winter Term: January 9th - March 20th (no class February 20th)
Spring Term:April 3rd - June 12th (no class April 17th)
*each additional person is $99
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Instructor: Mariah Fraser
Come learn the ukulele with your child! This class is for adults and children to learn the ukulele together. We will move at the pace of the children, but adults will also receive additional materials to learn some more complicated things along with what we learn in class. Come strum, play and bond with your child through music!
*Instrument not included, children should bring their own soprano size ukulele; adults can bring soprano, concert or tenor sized - for ukulele recommendations, email Mariah.
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Beginning students ages 6 - 8, or those with some experience, are invited to join in this class along with an adult who will learn with them. Instrument not included, children should bring their own soprano size ukulele; adults can bring soprano, concert or tenor sized - for ukulele recommendations, email Mariah.
Music Center Chorale
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 Summer Term
Tuition: $119
Day & Time: Thursdays 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Dates: July 2nd - August 20th (evening class on July 9th)2025-26 School Year
Tuition: $199 per term
Day & Time: Thursdays 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Dates:Fall Term: September 11th - December 11th (no class October 2nd & 9th, and November 27th)
Winter Term: January 8th - March 26th (no class February 19th)
Spring Term: April 2nd - June 18th (no class April 16th)
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Instructor: Chris Vincent
The Chorale is a mixed-voice, non-auditioned ensemble covering a wide variety of genres and styles. There is a strong sense of fun and friendship as we explore interesting choral music.
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Adults of all vocal backgrounds and experience are welcome in this mixed-voice choir.
Email Chris to determine if this class is a good fit.
Afro-Cuban Jazz Combo
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 Summer Term
Tuition: $119
Day & Time: Wednesdays 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Dates: July 1st - August 26th (no class July 22nd) Register Here2025-26 School Year
Tuition: $199 per term
Day & Time: Wednesdays 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Dates:Fall Term: September 17th - December 10th (no class November 26th)
Winter Term: January 7th - March 25th (no class February 18th)
Spring Term: April 1st - June 17th (no class April 15th)
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Instructor: Fred Hoadley
African-inspired Cuban music has influenced the world of Jazz for decades with its infectious rhythms and beautiful melodies. Students will learn the unique elements and rhythms of Afro-Cuban music while performing original arrangements of both classic and modern compositions.
Open to: piano, bass, guitar, brass, reeds, flute, violin & Latin percussion consisting of congas, bongos & timbales. Drummers interested in learning Latin percussion welcome.
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Intermediate + adult musicians. Welcome instruments include piano, bass, guitar, brass, reeds, flute violin & Latin percussion (congas, bongos & timbales). Drummers interested in learning Latin percussion are welcome.
New student enrollment is subject to instructor approval, please contact Fred Hoadley to inquire.
Jazz Combo & Jazz Theory
New student enrollment is subject to instructor approval, please contact David Shere to inquire.
To receive discounted Theory tuition when registering online, please register for Combo class first and then Theory.
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 Summer Term
Combo Tuition: $25
Combo Classes:
Monday @ 8:00 pm - July 6th & 13th
Wednesday @ 8:00 pm - July 8th & 15th
Thursday @ 8:00 pm - July 9th & 16th
Theory: No Summer Term - Check back for 2026-27 Class Information
2025-26 School Year
Combo Tuition: $229 per term
Theory Tuition: $229 per term *($99 when enrolled in combo & theory)*must be enrolled in a combo class to receive discounted theory tuition
Combo Classes:
Monday @ 8:00 pm
Fall Term - September 15th - December 8th (no class November 24th)
Winter Term - January 5th - March 23rd (no class January 19th and February 16th)
Spring Term - March 30th - June 15th (no class April 13th or May 25th)
Wednesday @ 8:00 pm
Fall Term- September 17th - December 10th (no class November 26th)
Winter Term - January 7th - March 25th (no class February 18th)
Spring Term - April 1st - June 17th (no class April 15th)
Thursday @ 8:00 pm
Fall Term - September 18th - December 11th (no class November 27th)
Winter Term - January 8th - March 26th (no class February 19th)
Spring Term - April 2nd - June 18th (no class April 16th)
Theory Classes:
Monday @ 7:00 pm
Fall Term - September 15th - December 8th (no class November 24th)
Winter Term - January 5th - March 23rd (no class January 19th and February 16th)
Spring Term - March 30th - June 15th (no class April 13th or May 25th)
Wednesday @ 7:00 pm
Fall Term - September 17th - December 10th (no class November 26th)
Winter Term - January 7th - March 25th (no class February 18th)
Spring Term - April 1st - June 17th (no class April 15th)
Thursday @ 7:00 pm
Fall Term - September 18th - December 11th (no class November 27th)
Winter Term - January 8th - March 26th (no class February 19th)
Spring Term - April 2nd - June 18th (no class April 16th)
Fridays @ 12:00 pm (Online)
Fall Term - September 19th - December 12th (no class November 28th)
Winter Term - January 9th - March 27th (no class February 20th)
Spring Term - April 3rd - June 19th (no class April 17th)
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Instructor: David Shere
Jazz Combo:
This ensemble focuses on performing four lead sheets per term, typically one chart from each of the following categories: Blues, Swing, Ballad, and Latin. Some participants may choose tunes from additional cateogories, including fusion, gypsy, R&B, and others.
It is suggested that students also take Jazz Theory as a companion class. This class is meant for intermediate and advanced players.
Jazz Theory:
For returning students. These theory classes are devoted to the study of specific jazz tunes, focusing on: 1) Roman numeral analysis; 2) chord tones; 3) guide tones; 4) chord-scale pairs; and 5) building melodic etudes to improve jazz soloing skills. General topics are also addressed, including: scales and modes; chord construction; interpreting chord symbols; intervals; jazz composition; jazz rhythms; building a melodic vocabulary, solo transcription, solo composition, lead-sheet composing and arrangement; "inside" versus "outside" playing; and using theory to build & strengthen your improvisation practice regimen.
Theory questions and improvising strategies are discussed in Theory and applied in Combo performance.
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Required skill rudiments are as follows:
Must be able to reasonably sight-read a lead sheet
Must be able to play major scales in all (12) keys
Must be able to play the chromatic scale
Intermediate and advanced adult musicians. Contact instructor to inquire about instrument openings. Theory course is optional. Students must enroll in combo to join theory and must enroll for the same day of week.
Combo Classes
Theory Classes
Swing Machine Big Band
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 School Year
Tuition: Free for Spring Term
Day & Time: Tuesdays 8:00 - 9:00 pm
Dates:No Fall or Winter Term
Spring Term: April 21st - June 16th (no class April 14th)
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Instructor: David Shere
Come join Swing Machine, Music Center's student big band! For horn and rhythm players who would like to hone their ensemble skills in a fun and collaborative environment. We'll be playing and polishing 4-5 charts a term, with an emphasis on the classics. Instructor approval required.
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Adult musicians of all types, levels, and experiences depending on instrument openings. Contact the instructor to inquire about instrument openings. Prior Big Band experience is helpful but not required.
New student enrollment is subject to instructor approval, please contact David Shere to inquire. See instrument roster for openings.
Check out these videos of Swing Machine!
Saxophone Ensemble
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 Summer Term
Tuition: $99
Day & Time: Thursdays 10:00 - 11:30 am Dates: July 16th - August 13th2025-26 School Year
Tuition: $199 per term
Day & Time: Thursdays 10:00 - 11:30 am
*class is held offsite, please contact office for more informationDates:
Fall Term:September 25th - December 11th (no class November 27th)
Winter Term:January 8th - March 26th (no class February 19th)
Spring Term: April 2nd - June 18th (no class April 16th)
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Instructor: Tobi Stone
This class will provide exposure to a wide variety of chamber ensemble music for the saxophone as well an opportunity for students to develop musical interaction skills in a small group/chamber ensemble setting. The music literature we will study is from a vast array of sax quartet music including baroque, classical, contemporary and jazz traditions. Available music is adapted from or originally written for saxophone by composers such as JS Bach, Beethoven, Handel, Debussy, Ellington, Joplin, Mancini, Williams, Stalling, Nestico and others. Class size may vary from 4 to 12 members with a balance among soprano, alto, tenor and baritone sax. This is an intermediate - advanced group with a suggested 3+ years playing experience.
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Adult saxophone musicians (Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Baritone) of any level or experience.
Class meets off-site, please contact the office for more information.
Flute Ensemble
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 School Year
Tuition: $149 for Spring Term
Day & Time: Thursdays 10:00 - 11:30 amDates:
Spring Term: April 2nd - June 18th (no class April 16th for Spring Break, April 30th, or May 28th)
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Instructor: Wendy Wilhelmi
A hybrid of flute ensemble music playing and pedagogy, each session will focus on a different aspect of flute playing which we will apply to various flute chamber music ensembles (trios up to flute choir). One of our sessions will include an OPTIONAL, informal masterclass.
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Intermediate to advanced flute players who can read music and are comfortable playing up to D above the staff
Off-Center Rock Band
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 Summer Term
Tuition: $25
Day & Time: Saturdays 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Dates: July 11th & 18thRegister Here
2025-26 School Year
Tuition: $229 per term
Day & Time: Saturdays 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Dates:Fall Term:September 20th - December 13th (no class November 29th)
Winter Term: January 10th - March 28th (no class February 21st)
Spring Term: April 4th - June 20th (no class April 18th)
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Instructor: David Shere
Off-Center Rock Band explores rock music of the '60s to the present. Guitarists, bass players, and drummer needed - any other instrument or vocals welcomed.
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Required skill rudiments are as follows:
Must be able to reasonably sight-read a lead sheet
Must be able to play major scales in all (12) keys
Must be able to play the chromatic scale
Adult musicians with sight reading comprehension. Specific need for guitar, bass, and drummer. Open to any other instrumentalist or vocalist. Contact instructor to inquire about joining.
New student enrollment is subject to instructor approval, please contact David Shere to inquire.
Studio Recording Techniques
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2026-27 School Year Information Coming Soon!
2025-26 School Year
Tuition: $229 per term
Day & Time: Saturdays 4:45 - 5:30 pm
Dates:Fall Term: September 20th - December 13th (no class November 29th)
Winter Term: January 10th - March 28th (no class February 21st)
Spring Term: April 4th - June 20th (no class April 18th)
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Instructor: David Shere
Understanding studio recording technology is a necessity in the modern music world! In this class we cover common commercial audio hardware and software applications (USB interfaces, Audacity, and Cakewalk), digital signal routing, multitrack audio recording and effects processing, mixing, and simple mastering. Limit (4) students, instructor approval required.
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All adult musicians are welcome, instructor approval required due to limited class size. Contact instructor to inquire about joining.