Music, Arts and Dance

 		  
 

Beginning Pottery

Learn the basic of hand-building and use of the potter's wheel this winter/spring!  You will learn simple techniques and experiment with slips, glazes and other surface decoration techniques.  Make a variety of clay objects using your newfound skills and set your creativity free.  Each 4-week session will be a sensory delight and a great creative outlet.

Tue or Thu:  June 3 - 24; 10:00 - Noon
Tue or Thu:  June 3 - 24; 2:00 - 4:00pm
Tue or Thu:  June 3 - 24; 7:00 - 9:00pm
Tue or Thu:  July 8 - 29; 10:00 - Noon
Tue or Thu:  July 8 - 29; 2:00 - 4:00pm
Tue or Thu:  July 8 - 29; 7:00 - 9:00pm
Ages:  Adults and youth ages 10 and up
Location:  3040-B Quigley Rd, Langley
Fee:  $45 per session (includes materials)

 		    
     
     

EVERYONE CAN DANCE!

Instructors:  Walter Dill & Daughters,
Twyla & Celina with Janice Eklund

South Whidbey classes:
Location:  Bayview Hall, Hwy 525 & Bayview Rd

6 Thursdays - June 26 through July 31
 

Latin Waltz:  6:30 - 7:30pm

Turning Dances:  7:30 - 8:30pm

Swing & Beyond:  8:30 - 9:30pm

5 Sundays - June 29 through July 27

Swing 1*:  2:00 - 3:15pm

Swing 2:  Double-time*:  3:30 - 4:45pm

Nightclub Two-step 1:  5:00 - 6:15pm

*FREE child care is provided in conjunction with the South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District.  Financial aid is also available for class tuition - call 221-5484.

Coupeville classes:
Location:  Coupeville Rec. Hall, 901 NW Alexander St.  NOTE:  The July 14 class will meet at the Four Square Church at the corner of Hwy 525 and Broadway.

5 Mondays - June 30 through July 28

Cuban Salsa:  6:30 - 7:45pm

Nightclub Two-step 2:  8:00 - 9:15pm

CLASS PRICES:  $60/person/6-week class series;  $45 for 18 & under - or when repeating a class - or military rank E4 & below;  free for 12 & under with paying adult.

Repeat a class for $45.  You will be amazed at what you will learn the second time around.

Pay online at www.EveryoneCanDance.com or mail checks to:
Walter Dill, 4892 Good Piper Lane, Freeland WA 98249 - walterdill@whidbey.com -
360-221-1725
 

 		    
     
     
     

Beginning
Guitar

Come have fun
 while learning how
to play acoustic
guitar!  This course
will give you the
tools to play
thousands of songs. 
Learn basic chord
progressions
fundamental to all
western music, first
 position chords,
strumming and finger-picking patterns.  You will have the opportunity to develop a solid foundation in reading both music and tablature, playing melodies and rhythm.  Learn correct right and left hand technique.  Learn music theory, which outlines the formulas and patterns of music.  Songs will be derived from both traditional and contemporary sources.  Instructor offers patience guidance for you to learn at your own pace.  by the end of this course, you will have the resources to play many songs in different styles.  Some loaner acoustic guitars are available. 

 		    

Date:  Wed, Apr 30 - Jul 16
Time:  6:00 - 7:00 pm
Ages:  Adults
Location:  South Whidbey Commons (behind Island Coffee House in Langley)
Fee:  $198
Instructor:  Quinn Fitzpatrick

 		  

Dates:  Wed, Apr 30 - Jul 16
Time:  7:00 - 8:00 pm
Ages:  Adults
Location:  South Whidbey Commons (behind Island Coffee House in Langley)
Fee:  $198
Instructor:  Quinn Fitzpatrick

Intermediate Guitar

Ready to take your playing to the next level?  If you feel rock solid in first position major and minor chords, then this is the course for you!  Geared towards folks who have some playing experience and would like either a refresher or to expand their playing possibilities.  This class focuses on developing fluidity in navigating the neck of the guitar while learning the basics of different styles - folk, rock, blues, country and jazz.  This course gives you the tools to play basic chord shapes and major scale patterns covering the entire neck of the guitar.  Learn basic chord progressions fundamental to American roots and contemporary music, the five basic positions and major scale patterns.  We will cover various picking styles, rhythms and music theory.  Songs will be derived from traditional and contemporary sources.  Instructor offers patient guidance for you to learn at your own pace.  By the end of this course, you will have the resources to play any melody or chord anywhere on the fretboard.  Twelve lessons.
 

 
 

 

  

Drawing Class

Discover drawing in a supportive atmosphere!  In this class, you will discover your natural ability to draw through exercises that emphasize seeing.  You will learn basic drawing principles and techniques including line and contour, value, form/shapes, space, proportion, composition and perspective.  Projects focus on contour, texture, shading and shapes.  You will also have the opportunity to create realistic and/or abstract drawings.  Working from photos, objects, still-life and the imagination, you will develop your ability to see and translate that visual experience into drawing.  Bring supplies to first class - click here for list. 

Date:  Thu, May 1 - July 17 (no class May 29 - one class will run 5:00 - 8:00pm on a to-be-determined class date).
Time:  5:00 - 6:30pm
Ages:  Adults
Location:  SW Health Department Community Room, 5475 Maxwelton Rd, Langley
Fee:  $255
Instructor:  Quinn Fitzpatrick

 

Creative Dance

Your preschooler can learn to move and dance!  Explore basic dance positions and steps using fun and interactive themes.  Develop motor skills, fundamnental coordination and body awareness through fun and creative movement.  children may wear dance attireor comfortable clothing and bare feet.  Experience the joy of dance! 

Date:  Thu, April 24 - May 29
Time:  10:00 - 10:45am
Ages:  4-5 years
Location:  Trinity Lutheran Church, 18341 State Route 525, Freeland
Fee:  $60

 		  
 

Mom/Dad & Me Dance

For our youngest dancers:  come stretch, jump, move and dance with your child.  Play games, sing songs and interact through movement.  A great introduction to dance.  Dress in comfortable clothing and shoes or socks.  4 weeks.

Date:  Wed. April 23 - May 14
Time:  10:30 - 11:15am
Ages:  2-3 years
Location:  Trinity Lutheran Church, 18341 State Route 525, Freeland
Fee:  $35

 		  

Guitar Camp

This first annual guitar camp will help beginners get started and will be a valuable learning experience for those who already have some guitar knowledge.  We will separate guitars, banjos, etc. out from bowed strings and have this camp for fretted instruments.  Instructor Josephina Hunner has years of experience teaching guitar and mandolin and can help those who want to learn jazz guitar, plus she knows DADGAD tuning.  Instructor Linda Goode has taught a variety of strings including ethnic instruments.  Linda's experience with Suzuki method includes students as young as 3-5, who would be accompanied by a parent.  Both will incorporate music theory in the program.  For more information about Island Strings, please see our website at www.islandstrings.com.  A limited number of guitars are available to rent from instructor for $5 plus deposit.

Make your own Sushi at Home

Getting tired of the same old thing for dinner?  How about sushi?!  Learn what equipment you need and where to get it as well as where to obtain organic and locally available ingredients.  We'll put it all together to create vegetarian sushi or varieties that contain cooked or raw seafood including cod, tuna, smoked salmon, crab and scallops.  Taught by a Japanese cooking instructor.  Children 8+ years may participate for $25 if accompanied by an adult.  Fee includes lunch, sushi mat & a spatula and recipes.

Date:  Sat, August 2
Time:   10:30am - 1:30pm
Ages:  Adults and ages 8+ years
Location:  Clinton Community Hall
Fee:  $50

 

Tasty Macrobiotic Cooking

New to macrobiotic cooking?  Not sure what it is?  Find out why macrobiotics, which originated in Japan, has become so popular amount health-conscious gourmets.  Participate in this hands-on cooking class and learn how to cook four dishes and one dessert using organic whole grains, vegetables & beans.  Learn how to obtain organic & locally available ingredients.  Discover the secret to making food tasty without animal proteins, dairy products or refined flours and sugars!  Begins with a brief talk on macrobiotics.  Taught by a Japanese cooking instructor.  Fee includes lunch.

Date:  Sat, August 30
Time:  10:00 - 1:30pm
Ages:  Adults
Location:  Clinton Community Hall
Fee:  $40