Encore Homeschool Fine Arts

09/12/2026

A reminder that our classes start this coming Friday, September 18th! If you haven’t enrolled yet, link to the enrollment form can be found in the comments below👇. The enrollment form contains details about class offerings and class schedule.

See you soon! 🎶

09/11/2026

🎶 Bitty Beats 🎶

Bitty Beats uses fun, interactive music experiences to support children ages 2½ to 6 as they learn and grow! Children have the opportunity to:

🎵 Play and explore a variety of instruments
💃 Learn through music and movement
📚 Build early literacy skills through song
🙌 Explore hands-on sensory activities
🧡 Play with peers and develop friendships

Through music, Bitty Beats supports physical, emotional, social, and academic growth while creating opportunities for kids to explore and have fun together! 🎶

Bitty Beats is taught under the direction of board-certified music therapist Emily Bachert (Miss B ).
This year, Miss B will be joined by KU student music therapist AJ, who will also work with the class to provide activities and learning opportunities!

The Encore semester starts September 18th!

- Bitty Beats is on Friday mornings from 10 to 10:30 am

Encore classes, details, and enrollment found here:

https://forms.gle/WGUrifK34ZvtirEc9

09/05/2026

🎶 Our Choir Program 🎶

Our elementary choir gives students a fun and creative way to grow as singers and performers! Students have the opportunity to:

🎤 Develop their vocal skills
🎼 Learn to read and follow music
🎵 Learn basic music theory concepts
🎭 Take on a meaningful role in the musical
⭐ Build confidence on stage

Choir director Carrie Beasterfeld works with students as they learn their roles and prepare to perform a full musical at the end of the semester! 🎭🎶

The Encore semester starts September 18th!

-Elementary choir is on Fridays at 10 to 10:50 am

Encore classes, details, and enrollment found here:
https://forms.gle/UEE5VEZopLvPTstY8

08/27/2026

🎶 Our Band Program 🎶

Our instrumental ensembles offer a fun, supportive environment where students:

🎵 Receive individualized instruction and one-on-one support

🎵 Build confidence as musicians

🎵 Learn in an inclusive, smaller class setting

🎵 Develop their musicianship and small ensemble skills

Mrs. Adams creates a fun and encouraging ensemble experience where students can learn, grow, and enjoy creating music together. 🎺🥁🎷

Our semester starts September 18th!

-Beginning ensemble is on Fridays at 9 to 9:50 am

-Intermediate ensemble is on Fridays at 10 to 10:50 am

Encore classes, details, and enrollment found here:
https://forms.gle/UEE5VEZopLvPTstY8

08/14/2026

Setting up for our Meet and Greet, today from 10 to noon at 1470 North 1000th Lawrence, KS. There are instruments to try and directors to meet, come and learn about our classes!

08/12/2026

Our meet and greet is this Friday! It’s a great opportunity for new families to learn about our program, ask questions, and meet the directors!

If you have been interested in music classes or music ensembles for your homeschool student, you can learn more about Encore Fine Arts by attending our meet and greet August 14th! Encore will be starting its 24th year of classes this fall and we’d love to have you! 🎵🎶

Follow our FB page for more updates:
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Learn about our class offerings and enroll here:
https://forms.gle/UEE5VEZopLvPTstY8

07/24/2026

Encore enrollment is now open! You can find the enrollment form here: https://forms.gle/UEE5VEZopLvPTstY8

The semester will start September 18th. Semester dates, classes, and details can be found on the enrollment form.

Want to learn more? Come chat with us and try out instruments at the meet and greet on August 14th at 1470 N. 1000 Rd, Lawrence, KS.

We look forward seeing our students in the fall! 🎵🎶

Encore is a community-based program founded in 2003 by a homeschooling mom seeking accessible, affordable music opportunities for her homeschooled kids. This school year marks the beginning of our 24th year of offering a music program to homeschooled students in Lawrence! Please fill out the enrollm...

07/21/2026

If you have been interested in music classes or music ensembles for your homeschool student, you can learn more about Encore Fine Arts by attending our meet and greet August 14th! Encore will be starting its 24th year of classes this fall and we’d love to have you! 🎵🎶

Follow our FB page for more updates:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1V8o1ZwQpZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Learn about our class offerings and enroll here:
https://forms.gle/UEE5VEZopLvPTstY8

07/14/2026

This is what Miss Mary (ensemble director) and Miss B (prek music) have been up to this summer, playing in the Lawrence City Band! The last city band concert is tomorrow!
***Also, the new enrollment form for the upcoming year will be coming soon as well as a date for our annual meet and greet. Keep an eye out 👀 🤓

❤️ Well folks, we are at the end of the season! This Wednesday is our 8th and final concert of the summer. 🥹 We will also be saying goodbye to one of our co-conductors, Dr. Paul Popiel, as he embarks upon a new adventure at The University of Notre Dame! Celebrate a wonderful summer season with us on Wednesday at 8pm for “Across the Pond and Back Again” in beautiful South Park!

⛈️ 🥵 In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be relocated to MURPHY HALL room 130 (1530 Naismith Dr, Lawrence, KS).

The Lawrence City Band is a non-profit organization and values the support of the incredible Lawrence Community. Our partners make every concert possible:





See our full calendar of events, learn about the band, or make a donation at our website:
https://www.lawrencecityband.com/

05/02/2026

This Friday, May 8th, is our end of semester recital! Our prek class, choirs, and instrumental ensembles will be performing. We look forward to seeing you there!