Last Thanksgiving, you liked our blog “11 Things a Choir Director Can Be Thankful For” so much, that we decided to let the band directors get in on the fun too. So here’s 10 things band directors can be thankful for this Thanksgiving! 1. Students who practice 2. Kids who remember their instruments and uniforms And…animal mascots? 3. Parents who encourage their kids to practice 4. Piccolos that play in tune Sorry, that’s not possible! 5. Humble trumpet players Sorry, that’s not possible either! 6. And trumpet players who don’t always try to play as loud and high as possible Good luck with that… 7. Clarinets that don’t squeak 8. Players who actually look at the conductor once in a while 9. People who know # means sharp not hashtag 10. And, of course, band trips!
October 5, 2026 Encore Tours Why Take Your Ensemble to Romania? Where should your ensemble travel next? The best destinations give your musicians a reason to be excited about both the performances and the places they will… Backstage Blog
September 30, 2026 David Solar Help Shape Encore’s U.S. Tours (and Win $250 for Your Program) Every performance tour starts with a director’s goals. For some ensembles, it’s the chance to perform in a legendary hall. Backstage Blog Music Educator Resources
September 22, 2026 Encore Tours Taking Your Orchestra on Tour: Watch the Webinar Recording Planning a first orchestra tour, or wondering how to make the case for one, is rarely as simple as picking a destination. Backstage Blog