Welcome to Community Classes at the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú! Whether you are a current or future Logger, an alum or parent, or one of our neighbors in the community, we welcome you to join us for classes that bring you the best skills, tools, and knowledge that our prestigious faculty and staff have to offer. Anyone can take part—these classes are not associated with a degree or certification program. We simply invite you to learn with us and be inspired!
Fall 2025
Introduction to Ceramics - Fall 2025 Thursday Section, Session 1
This introductory six-week course, taught by Puget Sound Puget Sound '25 alum Bennett Shoemaker, will provide basic fundamentals on the spectacular possibilities of creating ceramic forms by both wheel and hand building methods. The course fee is $310, plus a $10 registration fee (materials included in course fee).
Thursday evenings from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
- Class Dates: Sept 4, Sept 11, Sept 18, Sept 25, Oct 2, Oct 9
- Class Time: Thursdays, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Independent Studio Time: Wednesdays, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Studio Dates: Sept 10, Sept 17, Sept 24, Oct 1, Oct 8
To register, please visit our registration page , administered by Community Music.
Introduction to Ceramics - Friday Section, Session 1
This introductory six-week course, taught by Puget Sound ceramics instructor , will provide basic fundamentals on the spectacular possibilities of creating ceramic forms by both wheel and hand building methods. The course fee is $310, plus a $10 registration fee (materials included in course fee).
Friday evenings from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
- Class Dates: Sept 5, Sept 12, Sept 19, Sept 26, Oct 3, Oct 10
- Class Time: Fridays, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Independent Studio Time: Wednesdays, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Studio Dates: Sept 10, Sept 17, Sept 24, Oct 1, Oct 8
To register, please visit our registration page , administered by Community Music.
A second set of fall Community Ceramics classes will begin in mid-October.
The dates for the second session are as follows:
- Thursdays: October 16 through November 20
- Fridays: October 17 through November 21
Registration for the second set of classes will open in mid-September.
Summer 2026
Brass Camp
June 22 – June 26, 2026
Brass Camp is for students ages 12-18 with two or more years of playing experience.
Camp Fee: $425 for a week-long day camp
Camp Schedule: Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Friday has early dismissal at approximately 1:30 p.m. (after the final concert).
The week concludes with a free public performance at 12:30 p.m. Friday, June 26, 2026 on the Schneebeck Concert Hall stage at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú School of Music.
Camp Directors: Judson Scott and Ryan Schultz
Puget Sound Brass Camp is offered in partnership with Metro Parks Tacoma
Brass Camp is a collaboration between the Puget Sound Community Music Department and Metro Parks. It offers an exciting, non-competitive environment for players of varying abilities to study with highly qualified university-affiliated faculty in a university setting.
The week-long camp happens on the college campus during the summer and offers students the chance to improve their skills, perform new works, and interact with peers who share an interest in music. Students are placed in small groups and larger ensembles to play music in various styles, including jazz improvisation. Masterclasses will focus on building technique, using proper breath support, warm-up methods, practice techniques, and intonation. The camp culminates in a final performance, where students show off all they’ve learned.
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Private Music Lessons
We offer individualized instruction to students of all ages and skill levels. We see potential in every individual and connect students with exceptional instructors in a musically vibrant college setting.
Motivation and interest are the only entrance requirements. Private music lessons are offered year round.
Find more information and sign up for private music lessons.