Classes and Ensembles

Ages 8 & up

Students will have morning core classes to firm up skills, such as Theory, Piano Lab, and Recording Techniques, as well as the choice of several breakout classes in the afternoon, including Rock ‘N Pop Band, The Singing Actor, Musical Theater Class, Drum Circle, and many more!

Monday through Thursday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

July 8 – August 29

This fun and energetic four-week program compresses a year’s worth of theory study into four short weeks. Students participating in the Royal Conservatory of Music Certificate Program, or planning to study music at the college level, will find this course helps them meet necessary requirements. It is faster, less expensive for our families, and the students have a really great time while expanding their knowledge of the language of music. 

Class size is limited to eight students per level and spaces fill very quickly, so we strongly encourage you to secure your spot today.

Monday, July 7th through Thursday, July 31st from 3:00pm – 6:00pm (July 2025) 

One-hour classes available for:

• Beginners (RCM Level 5)
• Intermediate (RCM Levels 6 and 7)
• Advanced (RCM Level 8)

This class introduces students to the fundamentals of reading music, key signatures, rhythms, and other rudimentary topics, in a game based environment! This class prepares students for the Royal Conservatory of Music Certificate Program’s level 5 theory exam, a co-requisite for students studying instruments at the intermediate level.

TBD based upon enrollment.

Ages 10 and up

The Singing Actor is a class that brings together all the aspects of vocal performance: Song preparation, stage presence, auditioning, and monologues. This class will explore the many ways to bring our song characters to life! Designed for ages 10 and up, this class will use group and solo activities to learn and practice various modes of expression and interpretation.

Tuesdays 6:30 – 7:30pm

A group for acoustic and electric guitarists of all levels, this is a fun way to play and learn guitar in a group setting with fellow guitar enthusiasts! Students will get to learn their favorite songs of today, or the classics of Rock ‘n’ Roll!

Tuesdays 7pm-8pm

Ages 10 and up

This class introduces students to the ukulele through strumming and picking techniques. No experience required, but experienced players are welcome. Learn to strum along with the hits in a group setting, or brush up on your skill set and learn some new ones, too. This entertaining class will teach you everything you need to know about uke, and get you up and playing your favorite songs in no time!

TBD based upon enrollment.

Ages 2-7

Get your little ones involved in music with this internationally renowned program for ages 2 – 7. Across the program’s levels of Sunrise, Sunshine, and Sunbeams, our MYC® classes not only teach piano and how to read music, but also other important elements such as sight-reading, composition, and ensemble playing. Parents or guardians attend and participate with their children. 

Call to learn about available class times

This class introduces crucial aural skills such as sight singing, interval and chord identification, and scales. The curriculum of this class is designed for singers in the Royal Conservatory of Music Certificate Program and singers interested in auditioning for Central Districts, created and taught by an alumni of these programs.

Ages 13 and up

Students learn about audio recording with hands-on work in an active recording environment. Enrollment is limited in order to provide a more focused experience, so please call early to reserve your spot.

Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm

Ages 10 and up

Piano lab is a great class for students 10 and up with no prior experience. This class is great for adults, students who study voice, and for those who are interested in learning keyboard skills to augment their study of music. Vocal students can even learn to accompany themselves!

Students learn piano at their own pace in class settings of 3-6 students, with a choice of remote and in-person attendance. 

Thursdays 6:30 – 7:30pm

Ages 6-8

Students will be introduced to the elements of singing: breathing, ear-training, rhythm, and melody. All in a fun and game-based environment! This class is the perfect stepping stone into the Royal Conservatory of Music Certificate Program, an internationally acclaimed curriculum and achievement program.

Tuesdays 4pm-5pm

Open to any adult who loves singing, this class focuses on choral arrangements of contemporary music, jazz, a capella, and show tunes! Students will learn about singing in an ensemble, healthy vocal technique, and music reading skills.

Thursdays 7pm-8pm

Open to all instrument players and singers, this ensemble class is a great way to get your kids involved in a different style of music! Students will gain experience working collaboratively while performing covers of pop songs and rock tunes.

Mondays 7pm-8pm

Check out a recent recording from this class, performing “I’m Still Standing” by Elton John!

Ages 8-18  

This class, held in tandem with our Recording Techniques course, is designed to teach students what it means to work as a studio musician/back-up vocalist. Students learn first-hand about mic technique, patience, preparedness, harmonies, and production. This two-hour, weekly class requires commitment, home preparation, and flexibility. Students will have opportunities to perform both as a group and as soloists. 

Please call to set up an audition.           

Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:00pm 

Ages 10 and up

Two years of experience with an instrument is recommended, but not required for this collaborative chamber group. Flute, clarinet, oboe, saxophone, bassoon, and keyboard players are all welcome, and will have opportunities to perform as a group throughout the year.

Mondays 7:00 – 8:00pm

Spring 2018 Wind Chamber Ensemble Practice Session

Mini Master Class Series Now Live! – We are excited to announce our new video series, “Mini Master Classes”! We will be posting short videos from our expert instructors in all things music, so you can hone and master your skills from home. Enjoy our first video from Director of Woodwinds, Lea Botta-Whiting on using breath correctly for wind instruments.

Check out our next “mini master class” from Encore’s own, Carl Scheinman! Carl, a clarinet instructor at Encore, teaches us a great way to learn how to get over “the break” on the clarinet by leaving the right hand down so less fingers are needed. Great tip, Carl!

Next up, learn bowing technique for string instruments from Encore faculty member, Don Krishnaswami!

Are you an avid musician, itching to get back into the recording studio? Well, until it is safe again, learn these amazing tips on how to get a great recording from home from Encore faculty member, Emma Newton!

Enjoy this next mini master class in our series from Joyce Harrington, Woodwinds instructor at Encore, on the Saxophone family!

Enjoy this next video by Encore’s own, Becki!!