Fall Registration 2017
How time flies! Fall registration is already upon us as of Tuesday, August 1st!
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Fall Registration
Registration opens Tuesday, August 1st!
Contact the front desk at either Encore location to find out instructor availability and ensure your preferred time. Payment must be taken at the time of scheduling, and the annual registration fee of $15 will apply.
In addition to the ever-popular monthly plan, Encore also offers the following discounts for students:
Annual Plan: Commitment to the entire academic year, with a 10% discount when paid in full before the year starts. For the 2017-2018 academic year, the deadline is August 31st.
Trimester Plan: Commitment to a trimester (Fall, Winter, Spring), with a 5% discount when paid in full before the trimester starts. For Fall 2017, the deadline is August 31st.
ENCORE HOURS FOR THE 2017-2018 ACADEMIC YEAR
From September 5th through June 30th, Encore's typical hours of operation are as follows:
Monday-Thursday, 2:00pm-9:00pm
Friday: 2:00-6:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am-2:00pm (Millis only) |
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Fall 2017: CLASSES OFFERED
Please come and join these exciting opportunities at Encore! Call (508) 533-7700 for more information! |
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VOCAL PREPARATORY CLASS
Ages 6-8
This class offering at Encore is specifically designed for children who are too young for our more advanced vocal ensembles or private lessons. It is also a perfect stepping stone into the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program for those who are interested in becoming a part of this internationally-acclaimed achievement program. Students will be introduced to the elements of singing — breathing, ear-training, and rhythm. Performances will be held throughout the year. Wednesdays: 5:00-5:45 OR Thursdays: 4:30-5:15
THE ENCORRIGIBLES
Ages 8-13
This boys' vocal ensemble offers the opportunity to sing in a fun and supportive environment. This one-hour class will meet weekly and explore many genres of music including jazz, rock, pop, and a cappella. Opportunities to perform will be available throughout the year. No prior experience required. Tuesdays: 6:00-7:00
GIRLS' VOCAL ENSEMBLE
Ages 8-13
This all-female vocal ensemble teaches teamwork while exploring two– and three-part harmony singing. Students will build self-confidence while expanding their knowledge of various musical genres like pop and musical theatre. Opportunities to perform will be available throughout the year. No prior experience required. Thursdays: 5:30-6:30
THE ENHARMONIX RECORDING ENSEMBLE
Ages 8-18, By Invitation
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.
Wednesdays 6:00-8:00 |
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WIND CHAMBER MUSIC
Ages 10 and up
Woodwind Specialist will be coaching this collaborative chamber group. Two years of experience with an instrument is recommended, but not required. Flute, clarinet, oboe, saxophone, and bassoon players are all welcome, and will have opportunities to perform as a group throughout the year. Mondays 7:00-8:00
JAZZ & ROCK ENSEMBLE
All abilities, ages, and instruments are welcome for this weekly class with John Salzillo! There are performance opportunities throughout the year, and students learn the art of improvisation and playing in a collaborative environment.
Saturdays: 1:30-3:00
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SONGWRITER'S WORKSHOP
Ages 14 and up
The Songwriter's Workshop is a class designed specifically with the modern songwriter in mind. We will focus on the details of lyric writing, exploring rhyme schemes, literary devices, and lyrical analysis to assist our creation of vivid and descriptive stories. We will analyze examples of popular song structures and music theory specific to the modern songwriter.
Basic music theory is not a prerequisite nor is the ability to play an instrument, but it is strongly encouraged. Students will need a lyric writing journal and a device for taking notes. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their existing compositions or songs in progress with the class as we offer constructive critique and analysis in a safe and intimate setting. Tuesdays 7:00-8:00
RECORDING TECHNIQUES
Ages 13 and up
Instruction in audio recording techniques is the focus of this 90-minute, weekly class. Students learn about audio recording and sound reproduction in tandem with the Encore EnHarmonix recording ensemble. With hands-on work in an active recording studio, students will have opportunities to learn about signal flow, mic placement, sound engineering and editing, and many other aspects of music production.
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00
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BEGINNER THEORY
This class introduces students to the fundamentals of reading music, key signatures, time signatures, and other rudimentary concepts. This level of theory is a co-requisite for students of the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program who are studying at Level 5. Mondays 7:00-7:45
INTERMEDIATE THEORY (Beginner Theory a prerequisite)
This class builds upon the concepts introduced in Beginner Theory. Students will continue to expand their knowledge of music, including composition and form. Co-requisite with Levels 6 and 7 of the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program.
Mondays 8:00-8:45
ADVANCED THEORY
(Intermediate Theory a prerequisite)
This class is for the advanced musician who has already taken Intermediate Theory or AP Theory in school. The class will flesh out the concepts learned in earlier classes, and will lead the student toward the study of Harmony. This class is co-requisite for Level 8 of the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program.
Wednesdays 8:15-9:00
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Mark Your Calendars
Tuesday, August 1 - FALL REGISTRATION OPENS
Friday and Saturday, August 4 and 5 – Royal Conservatory Performance Assessments in Franklin
Friday and Saturday, August 11 and 12 - Royal Conservatory Academic Assessments in Franklin
Saturday, September 2 - Summer Session Ends
Monday, September 4 – CLOSED for Labor Day
Tuesday, September 5 - Fall Trimester and Academic Year Begins |
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Location, Location, Location!
As Encore continues to grow and evolve, we are experiencing increased movement between our two facilities. When we opened our Millis location in May, 2014, at 352 Village St., one very compelling reason for our choice of location was its proximity to our flagship location in Franklin. Although they may sound very far apart, rest assured that our Millis location is just a short, two-mile, four-minute drive from Franklin and is easily accessible. |
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Stay Connected
Encore joined Instagram! Follow us here to see photos, videos, and important announcements!
Keep up with the latest happenings at Encore by joining our group on Facebook called Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios. This is not to be confused with our Facebook page of the same name. The page is dedicated to announcements made by the Encore administrators, including closings due to inclement weather.
The group is YOUR VENUE. We encourage all students, parents, alumni, and staff to make use of it: post musical events, ask questions, share ideas! Don't be shy: get to know the members of your Encore family today.
The Encore Music Education Foundation now has a Facebook page! Please visit and "like" this page for up-to-date information about scholarship and subsidy availability.
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