Though Encore is well into planning for 2020 and beyond, January is a perfect time to reflect on all of the amazing trips we organized in the past year as well as the other things we accomplished in helping ensembles make music around the world. Here’s a look back on Encore Tours’ 2018! Prelude 2019 in Munich & Salzburg The Encore Tours at the ACIS 40th Anniversary Party Glowing reviews! Site inspections around the world Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra’s tour to Germany New Content: 2019 Musical Celebrations Around the World Calendar Millikan High School Choir Singing in Italy! #MyEncore Photo Contest La Cañada High School Marching Band performing at the Titanic Belfast in Ireland #ArtsMatterDay #ArtsEdWeek Thank you to all of the ensemble members and directors who traveled with us and helped make 2018 a fantastic year! We’re looking forward to all the adventures that will take place in 2019.
December 15, 2025 David Solar Join Us at the 2026 Jazz Educators Network Conference in New Orleans The 2026 Jazz Educators Network Conference is just around the corner, taking place January 7–10 in New Orleans, Louisiana, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. Backstage Blog
December 11, 2025 Encore Tours Announcing the 2026 Encore Crescendo Contest Performance tours create moments that stay with you. A quiet warmup before the doors open. A view from the risers that captures the character of a venue. Backstage Blog
December 8, 2025 Encore Tours Encore Experiences: Behind the Curtain in Hungary The next chapter in our “Behind the Curtain” series, created for travelers who seek artistry, culture, and connection in every note. Backstage Blog