Join a band
Our all-ages Band Program adds elements of teamwork and collaboration into music instruction.
TYPES OF BANDS
Close Encounters
All worship, all the time! Students gain the confidence to play events, specials and services for local churches.
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Age Range:
Any Age - Music Style: Worship Music
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Group Size:
Any size - Skill Level: Intermediate Performance
New Encounters
Designed for 7-12-year olds, this band offers a comfortable, structured setting for gaining real-world band experience! The goal is to prepare short sets of songs for performance at community events and Music Encounters showcases.
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Age Range:
Under 12 - Music Style: Various Styles
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Group Size:
4-6 - Skill Level: Beginning Performance
Cool Encounters
Teens 13-18 are encouraged to join this band to level up to longer set lists and more responsibilities! The intention is that it prepares them for longer performances, and they learn some basic PA setup and sound check techniques.
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Age Range:
13-18 - Music Style: Various Styles
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Group Size:
4-6 - Skill Level: Intermediate Performance
Pro Encounters
Teens can level up to more difficult music and arrangements, while learning basic PA setup and sound check techniques. The end goal is to set up a PA and perform a long set of high-quality music.
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Age Range:
13-18 - Music Style: Various Styles
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Group Size:
4-6 - Skill Level: Advanced Performance
Re–Encounters
Who said kids have to have all the fun? This band is for players who used to play in a band for fun. We’ll help you build a short set list of well-rehearsed songs for Music Encounters showcase nights.
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Age Range:
Adult - Music Style: Various Styles
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Group Size:
Any -
Skill Level: Intermediate Performance
and up
Dream Encounters
Stop dreaming and start doing. This band is ideal for players looking to gain the real-world experience of being in a working band! We train students to build and modify a set list, get gigs and set up a PA.
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Age Range:
Adult - Music Style: Various Styles
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Group Size:
Any - Skill Level: Advanced Performance
Close Encounters
All worship, all the time! Students gain the confidence to play events, specials and services for local churches.
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Age Range:
Any Age - Music Style: Worship Music
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Group Size:
Any size - Skill Level: Intermediate Performance
New Encounters
Designed for 7-12-year olds, this band offers a comfortable, structured setting for gaining real-world band experience! The goal is to prepare short sets of songs for performance at community events and Music Encounters showcases.
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Age Range:
Under 12 - Music Style: Various Styles
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Group Size:
4-6 - Skill Level: Beginning Performance
Cool Encounters
Teens 13-18 are encouraged to join this band to level up to longer set lists and more responsibilities! The intention is that it prepares them for longer performances, and they learn some basic PA setup and sound check techniques.
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Age Range:
13-18 - Music Style: Various Styles
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Group Size:
4-6 - Skill Level: Intermediate Performance
Pro Encounters
Teens can level up to more difficult music and arrangements, while learning basic PA setup and sound check techniques. The end goal is to set up a PA and perform a long set of high-quality music.
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Age Range:
13-18 - Music Style: Various Styles
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Group Size:
4-6 - Skill Level: Advanced Performance
Re–Encounters
Who said kids have to have all the fun? This band is for players who used to play in a band for fun. We’ll help you build a short set list of well-rehearsed songs for Music Encounters showcase nights.
-
Age Range:
Adult - Music Style: Various Styles
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Group Size:
Any -
Skill Level: Intermediate Performance
and up
Dream Encounters
Stop dreaming and start doing. This band is ideal for players looking to gain the real-world experience of being in a working band! We train students to build and modify a set list, get gigs and set up a PA.
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Age Range:
Adult - Music Style: Various Styles
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Group Size:
Any - Skill Level: Advanced Performance
WHY BANDS?
WHAT ABOUT YOUR CURRENT LESSONS?
Teaching through mentorship
Although we want you to develop musically, what’s most important to us is that you become the very best versions of yourself. We do this by walking side by side with you. We want you to figure out who you want to be, and where you want to take this journey while you’re here with us.
We open our doors to everyone – from the retired person finally taking the time to learn that instrument they’ve always want to learn, to the child struggling to focus in school.
One thing’s for certain: We’ve got something special and we know once you walk through our doors you’ll agree.
All ages
We welcome and encourage students of all generations, because we know that age doesn’t define your ability to learn music. Whether you’re seeking lessons for your child, or recently retired and ready to learn that instrument you’ve always wanted to play, we truly believe that there’s never a wrong time to start your musical journey. It’s all about desire!
Solo Lessons
Solo lessons allow you to learn at a rate you’re comfortable with, and provide you with in-depth knowledge on the different genres of music. This means that your interests drive your experience and development of your skillset. By working with you one-on-one, your instructor can help you set and reach your personal goals.
Group lessons
Group lessons are fun and inspiring – a place to share passions, ideas, and make new friends. With group lessons, you submerge yourself in a collaborative, team-like environment where learning comes not just from instructors but from your peers as well.
Music Discovery
Strings, voice, rhythm… there are many ways to create beautiful sound. If you have a desire to learn music but are not sure which instrument is right for you, our Music Discovery sessions can help. We work alongside you or your child so that you can find the right path for your musical journey.
