DISCOVER THE JOY OF MUSIC
Music Lessons For All Ages And Abilities
Encore Music Studios empowers students of all ages to discover the joy of music. We provide high-quality group classes for children from birth to age 5, group voice classes, and private lessons in piano, voice, organ, building skills and confidence that last a lifetime. Bring music into your life – we'll help you make it happen!
Meet your Instructors
Encore provides you with educated, experienced and expert instructors who are exceptional coaches and passionate educators. They are dedicated to teaching you how to become your own musician in a fun and engaging way, helping you unlock your potential and discover the joy that comes with developing your musical skill. With personalized guidance and expert knowledge, our instructors create a supportive environment where you can thrive and enjoy your musical journey. Contact us today and let our team inspire you to embrace the world of music!
Owner, Piano, Voice, Organ & Music Together
Brian Kapp
Brian holds an MA in music and serves as a prominent musician in the community, including at The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary, Victory Chorus, and Borealis Chamber Artists.
Piano
Courtney Ellian
Courtney, an accomplished musician with degrees in Music and English from UMD, is pursuing graduate studies in education while maintaining a diverse career in performance, direction, and teaching.
Piano & Organ
Tom Hamilton
Tom, a renowned organist, holds a DMA in Organ and serves as Minister of Music at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Dean of the Arrowhead Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, and organist/continuo for Borealis Chamber Artists.
Voice
Katheryn Hamm
Katheryn holds an MM in Music Education and works as an account manager for Memorial Blood Centers and maintains an active performing career as a mezzo-soprano soloist with ensembles such as Arrowhead Chorale and Lyric Opera of the North.
Voice, Piano, Music Together, & Administrative
Carrie Kouma
Carrie holds an MM in Voice and is a passionate educator and versatile performer who has taught voice and piano for over a decade. She has performed internationally, currently teaches at UMD, and sings with Twin Ports Choral Project, Borealis Chamber Artists, and Lyric Opera of the North.
Mission
We inspire musical excellence through compassionate and exceptional instruction, which empowers our community to reach its full potential.
Vision
Encore seeks to ignite passion for music in our region, providing world-class instruction in a nurturing and supportive learning environment, inspiring a lifelong love of music.
Values
We support and uplift each other with compassion, building community and excellence with stability and spirit.