Homeschool Bands
Learn more about our specific homeschool bands throughout the Twin Cities metro area.
Our comprehensive homeschool band programs are the perfect way to incorporate music into your homeschool.
We at Encore Ensembles meet all of our students where they are musically to help them to grow, try new things, and step outside of their comfort zone. Music is a great way for kids to learn the value of hard work, persistence, and artistic expression. Learn about our Twin Cities area homeschool bands below.
At a Glance:
Mondays - Faith Christian Home Educators Co-op Band (Lake Elmo)
Tuesdays - Burnsville Homeschool Band; Northfield Homeschool Band
Wednesdays - West Metro Homeschool Band (Golden Valley)
Faith Christian Home Educators Co-op Band
Meeting Location: Rockpoint Church (Lake Elmo)
Meeting Day: Mondays - this is part of the Faith Christian Home Educators (FCHE) Co-op. Please note - families are expected to be part of the co-op to participate.
Teacher: Laura Thompson & Candice Krmpotich
2025-2026 Rehearsal Time: Concert Band (intermediate) 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Beginning Band 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lessons are scheduled before and after rehearsals.
Burnsville Homeschool Band
Meeting Location: Lutheran Church of the Ascension
Meeting Day: Tuesdays
Teacher: Neil Baumgartner
2025-2026 Rehearsal Time: TBD
Lessons are scheduled before and after rehearsals.
Northfield Homeschool Band
Meeting Location: Emmaus Church
Meeting Day: Tuesdays
Teacher: Laura Thompson
2025-2026 Rehearsal Times:
Concert Band: 1:00 - 1:45 pm
Beginner Band rehearsals TBD
Lessons are scheduled before and after rehearsals. The Rise Co-op also meets in the mornings at Emmaus on Tuesdays. You can find more information about the co-op HERE
West Metro Homeschool Band (Golden Valley)
Meeting Location: Calvary Lutheran Church
Meeting Day: Wednesdays
Teacher: Candice Krmpotich
2025-2026 Rehearsal Times: TBD
Individual and small group lessons are scheduled before and after rehearsal.