"Over the years since Encore's inception I have been lucky enough to attend countless performances by Encore ensembles all across Europe. My favorite moment is always when the audience rises to applaud the performance and you can see the sense of achievement and joy in the faces of the musicians. There are so many opportunities for making lifelong memories while performing abroad and I love being part of making that happen."

"Travel is the most fun and continuous education! Learning in social and cultural capacities in an international environment enables us to better understand ourselves as well as others; it is extremely rewarding to be part of those life-changing experiences for people of all ages and backgrounds. My constant highlight is to see young musicians embark on a first tour with friends and how they develop en route, notably after receiving a standing ovation from a foreign audience with whom they cannot communicate, except through their music."

"I feel incredibly grateful to return to Encore after all these years! Music and travel have always been my passions, and I can't wait to help your ensemble embark on the experience of a lifetime."

"Having spent 20 years as a professional saxophonist and music educator, I had the unique opportunity to perform with people from all over the world, and witness music's ability to transcend all languages and create an infectiously positive community. With Encore, I am fortunate enough to have a platform to leverage my passion for music education and the performing arts to create the best experience abroad for your group!"

"My best travel tip is to just buy the ticket! The rest will work out, but only if you get on that plane!"

"Traveling means welcoming the unexpected and crafting a new story with every destination. It's a harmonious blend of education, fun, and personal growth. I'm genuinely excited to be a part of your transformative journeys, helping create memories that last a lifetime"

"It's been a joy to tour with groups to China, Greece, the Azores and London. Travel moves me."

"My lifelong love of travel began in high school, while visiting Dominica as part of an international community service program. Since then, my appreciation for the transformative power of travel has only grown as I have seen time and time again how travel changes lives."