Music and travel, it’s what Encore Tours does best. Here are some of our favorite quotes to inspire your next choir, band, or orchestra trip! 1. All you need is the plan 2. Music expresses that which cannot be put into words 3. I haven’t been everywhere 4. A life in music is a life beautifully spent 5. Sun-drenched elsewhere 6. The duty of the artist 7. Travel changes you 8. Play on 9. Your wings already exist 10. Music is a world within itself For all things music and travel, subscribe to the Backstage Blog!
February 12, 2026 Encore Tours Why International Travel Can Transform a Church Choir A church choir can rehearse together for years. They can sing beautifully, serve liturgy faithfully, and become an essential part of parish life. Backstage Blog
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