Together, we share
a deep passion for music, community and lived experiences in the arts.
Our Programs
Sing, perform and connect with kids from McHenry County and beyond! Four choirs arranged by age and experience (grades 1-12).
Join our string, woodwind, brass and percussion musicians from across the Northwest Suburbs! Three orchestras organized by experience (grades 3-12).
Add your voice to our community song! Seasoned singers and amateurs welcome. Join others like you who love to sing.
Learn to be a collaborative musician! Build your confidence and playing technique in a small group setting. All instruments welcome.
Jump. Clap. Sing. Play. Enjoy!
For ages birth-6 and the adults who love them.
Join top-notch area band students from all over McHenry County for a week+ of summer band!
Lessons & Classes
Explore. Enrich. Excel.
Spark the joy of music-making with your baby. Learn to play an instrument. Get ready for that audition. Reduce your stress.
No matter where you are on your musical journey, we have a place for you!
Summer Camps
Music beats the summer heat!
Kick off your summer with new friends in Encore’s diverse camps for ages 3-18. Experienced, passionate directors will lead you through your week(s) of specialized activities. Bring your love of music, curiosity and get ready to perform!
enrolled annually
ensembles
given in tuition
assistance every year
different communities
Testimonials
Encore is a wonderful organization… Our community is so blessed to have such talented and dedicated teachers. My daughter loves summer music camp, and looks forward to choir each season!”
– Emily Holland (Parent)
Testimonials
Orchestra has given me a place where I can be myself. I get to hang out with friends [and] play my instrument with others [who] take it seriously like me.”
– Mackinzee (Symphony Orchestra Member)
Testimonials
With stellar instructors and passionate peers, I developed fundamental musicianship that serves me daily. A community of singers and friends for life, Encore nurtured my fascination into a lifelong passion. ”
– Aidan O’Connor (Encore Youth Choir Alum)
Testimonials
I’ve been privileged to sing with Voices in Harmony for 23 years…wrapping myself in the harmonies and lyrics of beautiful songs while singing with friends who have become family.”
– Jenny Oberbillig (VIH Adult Choir Member)
News & Events
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