Encore is so excited to have Derrick Schrader teaching Jazz Fusion at our Expo this year! His work focusses on musicality and intent; his classes are always something exciting and unique.

His work has also appeared on MTV, ESPN, LOGO, the Disney Channel, and Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance” Season 4.  He has worked alongside Paula Abdul, Carmen Electra, Lindsay Lohan, Kenny Ortega, tap legend Gregory Hines, and producer Steven Spielberg. He currently resides in Los Angeles and was recently awarded “Favorite Convention Teacher of the Year” by the Industry Dance Awards.