The Encore Homeschool Band is now seeking new student members. It is open to students in fourth through 12th grades.

No musical experience is necessary for the beginning level; an audition is required for the intermediate and advanced band.

The band will begin rehearsals Sept. 7 at Hume Music, 711 W. 23rd St.

Beginning and intermediate orchestra will start rehearsing Sept. 6.

Both levels of choir begin rehearsing Sept. 7 at Hume. Choir is open to students in kindergarten through 12th grade.

For information about the band, orchestra or choir, send e-mail to encorehomeschool@sbcglobal.net.