Encore University
Encore University
Keeping you singing, dancing, creating, and learning!
Educators
Supplemental music education taught by the best minds, all conducted via Zoom for learning wherever you are.
Curriculum
Our expansive Encore University curriculum is available to you for one all-inclusive tuition price.
Courses
Each 10-week course runs one hour per week.

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Encore University’s Spring 2023 season starts January 23 – register today!
Encore University Masterclasses
Encore University’s newest educational offering – a series of dynamic and wide-ranging topics tailored for you!
Encore University’s Masterclass series seamlessly blends the educational quality of Encore University with the expertise of our instructors for one class deep-dives into practical topics that you can use in your artistic journey. In our 90-minute masterclasses, renowned instructors and musicians will bring their talent to the Zoom classroom. Encore University’s Masterclass series can be enjoyed whether you’re a current Encore University student, or just a lifelong creative learner!

Encore University’s Masterclass Series #2: Conducting and Choral Sound with Erin Freeman
Encore University’s expansive Masterclass series continues with our second masterclass: Conducting and Choral Sound, presented by Erin Freeman!
In this 90-minute exploratory journey through the link between conducting and choral sound, Erin Freeman, renowned conductor and artistic leader, will bring her expertise and touch upon critical conducting fundamentals. You’ll learn:
- The basics of conducting gestures and movements
- The techniques your conductors use to bring out the best of your voice and sound
- Conducting gestures you can learn – and even use yourself!
This masterclass is the perfect way to match your voice to the conductor’s movements – and learn how the best choral sounds are produced.
This informative session will end with a live 20 – 30 minute Q&A session, where Erin will answer any questions you may have.
DATE AND TIME | Wednesday, March 1, 7:30 PM ET – 9:00 PM ET |
PRICE | $15 per person |
Can’t make it to the Zoom? Encore University’s flexibility extends to our Masterclass series, too! A recorded version of the presentation will be sent to all registered participants for later viewing.
read more…Masterclass Archive
All of our Masterclass series videos are recorded to be viewed on-demand later. If you’ve missed a Masterclass, click the links below to register for access to the archived recording of that session. Your registration email will include a link to the recorded presentation that you can watch whenever you’d like!

Encore University’s Masterclass Series #1: Singing Soundly with Gerrod Pagenkopf
Encore University's Masterclass series starts with the wonderful Gerrod Pagenkopf, assistant music director of the world-renowned, award-winning Chanticleer! In a special 90-minute presentation, Gerrod will bring his expertise and experience to Encore singers and...