Take private instrumental or vocal lessons for college credit! Private instrumental or vocal lessons at Bellevue College is open to all students regardless of level – beginners to advanced students are welcome. If you’re a music concentration student, a future transfer student, or a Running Start student moving onto a four-year music program, do not wait to document your private instruction experience – get college credit by enrolling into MUSC 140 or 240.
Note: Students pay the cost of lessons arranged with individual instructors. Tuition cost DOES NOT cover the cost of lessons.
Private Instruction Course Descriptions
MUSC 140 1st Year – Private Instruction • 1 Cr
MUSC 240 2nd Year – Private Instruction • 1 Cr
Private Lessons Sign-up Form
For Permission and Registration please contact Dr. Brian Cobb, the Private Instruction Coordinator, at brian.cobb@bellevuecollege.edu.
Please Note: An additional private instruction fee will be due to the assigned instruction at the beginning of private lessons.
Bellevue College Private Lessons are taught by an acclaimed, all-star faculty in the following areas:
Voice, Piano, Guitar, Woodwinds, Brass, Strings, Percussion, Bass, Composition, and Conducting.
Meet the Private Instruction Faculty
Thomas Almli
Music Chair, Senior Associate
Office: E 100 B
Phone: 425.564.2089
thomas.almli@bellevuecollege.edu
Aimee Hong
Lecturer
Class Voice, Class Piano, Voice
Office: TBA
Phone: 425.564.2341
aimee.hong@bellevuecollege.edu
Tessa Ravagni
Private Instructor
Voice- Classical
Office: Eastgate (approx 5 minutes from the main campus)
Phone: 425.736.2097
tessasvoicestudio@gmail.com
Thomas Almli
Music Chair, Senior Associate
Office: E 100 B
Phone: 425.564.2089
thomas.almli@bellevuecollege.edu
Dan Kramlich
Lecturer
World Music, History of Jazz,
Class Piano, Jazz Piano, Piano
Office: BC Campus
Phone: 206-850-0088
dankramlich@gmail.com
Shawn Schlogel
Private Instructor
Jazz Piano
Office: BC Campus
Phone: 425.564.2538
shawn@shawnschlogel.com
Naeim Rahmani
Lecturer
Class Guitar, Music Appreciation
Classical Guitar/Acoustic Guitar
Office: R 230
Phone: 425.564.3114
naeim.rahmani@bellevuecollege.edu
Milo Peterson
Private Instructor
Jazz Guitar/Electric Guitar
Office: BC Campus
Phone: 206.548.8140
chrissenmusic@gmail.com
Kelsey Mines
Private Instructor
Double Bass
Office: BC Campus
Phone: 206.427.1310
kelseymines@gmail.com
Theresa Sauvage
Private Instructor
Violin
Office: BC Campus
Phone: 206.579.2317
theresa.m.sauvage@gmail.com
Jim Sisko
Associate Professor
Jazz Band Director
Instrumental Music Coordinator
Office: A 160 G
Phone: 425.564.4059
jim.sisko@bellevuecollege.edu
Danny Helseth
Private Instructor
Euphonium, Low Brass
Office: BC Campus
Phone: 206-999-1900
dannyhelseth@gmail.com
Matt Jorgensen
Private Instructor
Percussion
Office: BC Campus
Phone: 206.579.7471
matt@originarts.net
Brian Cobb
Lecturer, DMA
Music Theory, Composition
Office: A 156
Phone: 425.564.2403
brian.cobb@bellevuecollege.edu
Thomas Almli
Music Chair, Senior Associate
Office: E 100 B
Phone: 425.564.2089
thomas.almli@bellevuecollege.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to frequently asked questions about private lessons. If, after reading, you still have questions, please contact Dr. Brian Cobb, Private Instruction Coordinator at brian.cobb@bellevuecollege.edu.
1) Why should I study with a private instructor?
Musical one-on-one apprenticeship has existed for centuries, in the current age private instruction is the equivalent. For the majority, private instruction is the best and most focused way for a serious student to learn the technique of vocal or instrumental mechanics, performance, and musical styles. Every private instructor is different and brings a unique array of expertise and experience to the learning environment, so finding the right one is essential for the student’s sustained musical growth.
2) How do I find a private instructor?
The Bellevue College Music Department keeps an active list of instructors that can provide Bellevue College students with private vocal or instrumental lessons on campus. See Top Menu for instructors.
3) What is the process for signing up for MUSC 140 or 240?
- Complete the on-line “Private Lessons Sign-Up Form” provided by the Private Instruction Coordinator, Dr. Brian Cobb.
- Once receiving the “Private Lessons Sign-Up Form” the Private Instruction Coordinator will provide the student with an entry code.
- Complete enrollment online or in-person at the Registration Office.
4) Besides taking the private lessons, what else is required of the student?
Aside from attending private lessons consistently, the student is required to perform at a jury at end of the academic quarter. The jury is administered by Bellevue College music faculty and confirms the student’s progress in vocal or instrumental performance.
Last Updated December 28, 2023