Encore Fall 2026 Chorale, ROCKS, and Broadway Registration

Important: Singers who register after August 10th, 2026 cannot be guaranteed physical sheet music at their first rehearsal. Those who register later may need to print their own music for the start of the season based on music availability.

Sing with Encore this Fall!

Encore Creativity for Older Adults is the nation’s largest choral arts organization for adults 55 and over. Our non-auditioned ensembles are designed for singers of all levels, singing in four-part harmony. You'll rehearse an exciting and challenging repertoire of music during the 15-week season in preparation for a concert at the end of the semester. We would love for you to join us! 

Encore Chorales: Drawing from a rich tapestry of musical traditions, these ensembles explore classical masterworks, folk songs, spirituals, opera, the American Songbook, Broadway favorites, and holiday music.

Encore ROCKS: Featuring rock 'n' roll classics from the 1940s through today, this high-energy ensemble celebrates decades of iconic music that defined generations.

Encore Broadway: Step into the spotlight with show-stopping numbers from Broadway! This ensemble brings the drama, romance, and pure theatrical magic of Broadway musicals to life.

Arts for Life programs: Encore’s Arts for Life programs support people experiencing specific health challenges through communal arts-making experiences. Registration for these programs is done separately. For more information about Sentimental Journey Singers and Melody Makers, click here: Arts for Life | Encore Creativity

Encore Chorale, ROCKS, and Broadway Programs

Date/Time: The Fall 2026 15-week season begins the week of August 24th. Click here to view the full rehearsal schedule and find a program near you: Fall 2026 Rehearsal Schedule

Program Fee: $190 (unless otherwise noted)

• Payment may be made
  • Online - with a credit card, ACH, or e-check.
  • Mailing a Check/Money Order 
    • Choose "Pay Later" (on the far right of the payment screen)
    • Checks/Money orders should be mailed to: Encore Creativity, 6955 Willow Street NW, #223, Washington, DC, 20012
  • Applying for a Scholarship
    • Don't let finances stop you from participating! We offer reduced fees and full scholarships whenever needed! Click here to apply for a scholarship: Reduced Fee Options and Scholarships
    • Complete registeration for the ensemble of your choice, and then choose "Pay Later" (on the far right of the payment screen)
    • We will apply scholarship funds to your registration once your scholarship is approved.
• Your resources for your ensemble will include physical sheet music at the first rehearsal, access to online rehearsal tracks and PDF scores, a rehearsal cd (upon request), a "Just the Basics" course for singers, and much more!
• Programs indicated with a $0 registration have no fee due to generous sponsors. 

Attendance: Encore programs do not have an attendance policy. We understand that our singers may not be able to attend all rehearsals. For that reason, all Encore singers have access to online rehearsal tracks as well as live and recorded online rehearsals, and they can practice on their own whenever they need to miss rehearsal. 

Performance: All ensembles will end the semester with a free concert for the community! Participation in the concert is not required, but it is a fantastic way to end a season of singing.  Click here:Fall 2026 Performance Schedule

Registration: Online registration for the Fall 2026 semester will be open from July 16th- September 4th. (certain programs will have extended registration time) After September 4th, registrations can be done over the phone by calling 301-261-5747.

Scholarship Program

Encore is committed to making the arts and our programming accessible to all who seek it. For singers who would like to request financial assistance for our programs, please fill out the application here and our office will reach out as soon as possible.

COVID Policy

For full information on our COVID-19 recommendations, please see the Encore Creativity COVID Task Force statement from April 25, 2024. Encore singers are not required but are encouraged to stay up-to-date on vaccinations and boosters for COVID-19.