If you are a new or a returning Encore Band member, please put August 28th on your calendar to audition for Intermediate and/or Jazz Band. Auditions will be held at the Morris Center - 146 Indian Ave. - Lawrence, KS. We will begin at 10:00 am and students will audition on a "first come" basis.
In order to know the level and ability of all the students, it is important that all members audition with Mr. Swischer. (new and returning beginning band members do not have to audition)
There are four levels of band: Beginning, Intermediate, Jazz, and Advanced Ensemble.
Beginning band is for those students that are just learning a new instrument, but it isn't just for the "very" beginner. Some students stay in the beginning level for two or more years. There are no auditions necessary for this level. Students range in age from nine years old - high school. Some students are in higher bands but want to start a new instrument and join the beginning band to play that instrument. Beginning band should be thought of as an "apprentice" band and being held back to play at this level is common.
Intermediate band (Concert Band) is our largest group and an audition is required to play at this level. All ages and grade levels are in this group.
Audition piece(s) for this band:
#1 - Regal March - found in Standard of Excellence - Book 1
#2 - A piece of your choosing that shows the level you are at
Jazz band - members are chosen by audition by Mr. Swischer. Email Mrs. Bachert if you are interested in auditioning for jazz band.
Advanced Ensemble is a select "chamber" group. This group is small and members are selected by the need of particular instruments to play chamber music. The student needs to have a superior audition and be studying with a private teacher. If you are interested in auditioning for this group, contact Mrs. Bachert for audition details.
If you are in any of these groups and WILL NOT be returning, please email Mrs. Bachert.
All groups are planning on beginning the rehearsal year on September 11th.
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Welcome
Welcome to the Encore Homeschool Fine Arts Blog. This blog will serve as a place to get information about our group as well as a place to read announcements and view pictures.
Taking our music on the road - a blast from the past
A few of the Encore members playing at Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living Center in May - we hope to go there again this school year and take more kids. The residents really enjoyed our visit.
History
When my husband and I took our kids out of public school, we immediately saw a void in the area of fine arts. At first we tried going to a public school for band but quickly saw that as our kids got older, doing band four days a week, in the middle of the day, would be a huge distraction.
After some thought and conversations with other homeschooling families, it appeared that a group would benefit Lawrence and surrounding areas. With some phone calls, emails, and encouragement from friends and family, I started the Encore Homeschool Fine Arts groups in 2003.
What started out as a 17 member band, grew into four levels of band, two choirs, two string ensembles, guitar ensemble, preschool music class, and a percussion ensemble. I am thankful for a wonderful group of directors and the support of all our families!
After some thought and conversations with other homeschooling families, it appeared that a group would benefit Lawrence and surrounding areas. With some phone calls, emails, and encouragement from friends and family, I started the Encore Homeschool Fine Arts groups in 2003.
What started out as a 17 member band, grew into four levels of band, two choirs, two string ensembles, guitar ensemble, preschool music class, and a percussion ensemble. I am thankful for a wonderful group of directors and the support of all our families!
Why participate in band, orchestra, or choir?
The Basics
Groups:
Bands: Beginning, Concert, Jazz, and Percussion Ensemble - (Jazz band and percussion ensemble members must also participate in a concert band, orchestra, or choir)
Choir: Elementary - K-6th, and Jr High/Sr. High School - 7th - 12th.
Strings: Beginning and Intermediate
Percussion Ensemble: Students with or without previous percussion experience are welcome to join - 4th grade and up.
Pre-School Music - 2 1/2 - 6 year old
Grade Level/Age:
We typically start enrolling students in band and strings in the 4th grade but have made exceptions for students that have started an instrument earlier than that. This decision is at the discretion of the executive and group director.
Choir accommodates students from K - 12, divided into two groups by grade.
Schedule:
Jr/Sr High Choir - 9:00 - 9:50
Beginning Band/Strings - 9:00 - 9:50
Elementary Choir - 10:00 - 10:50
Intermediate Band/Strings - 10:00 - 10:50
Grade Level/Age:
We typically start enrolling students in band and strings in the 4th grade but have made exceptions for students that have started an instrument earlier than that. This decision is at the discretion of the executive and group director.
Choir accommodates students from K - 12, divided into two groups by grade.
Schedule:
Jr/Sr High Choir - 9:00 - 9:50
Beginning Band/Strings - 9:00 - 9:50
Elementary Choir - 10:00 - 10:50
Intermediate Band/Strings - 10:00 - 10:50
Bitty Beats - Preschool Music - 10:00 - 10:30
Guitar - 9 - 12 yr old - 11am - 11:40
Guitar - 9 - 12 yr old - 11am - 11:40
13 - 18 yr old - 12pm - 12:50
World Percussion Ensemble - 11:00 - 11:50
World Percussion Ensemble - 11:00 - 11:50
Tuition:
Bands and Strings groups: $110. per semester. Tuition for additional students, from the same family, is $85.
Choir: $110. per semester. Tuition for additional students, from the same family, is $85.
Guitar: $110. per semester. Tuition for additional students, from the same family, is $85.
World Percussion Ensemble: $110. per semester.
Pre-School Music: $100. per semester.
Tuition is due at the beginning of each semester - September and January. Checks are made out to individual directors.
Recitals:
We have two recitals a year - December and May
Directors:
Band/Strings - Tony Swisher
Choir/Guitar - Lauri Bernet
Recitals:
We have two recitals a year - December and May
Directors:
Band/Strings - Tony Swisher
Choir/Guitar - Lauri Bernet
Percussion Ensemble/Pre-School Music - Emily Bachert
Founder and Executive Director - Martha Bachert
Signing up:
If you are interested in signing up for any of the Encore groups, email Martha at hsmom@sbcglobal.net
Signing up:
If you are interested in signing up for any of the Encore groups, email Martha at hsmom@sbcglobal.net
Private Music Teachers
Clarinet and Percussion Lessons/Board Certified Music Therapist
Emily Bachert - email bachert.emily@gmail.com
Emily Bachert - email bachert.emily@gmail.com
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