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August 12, 2026 Encore Tours What Happens Before Your Ensemble Takes the Stage? A performance may last an hour, but the work that makes it possible often begins months earlier. Backstage Blog Planning Your Tour
July 23, 2026 David Solar 2026–2027 Musical Celebrations Calendar A new school year brings concerts, rehearsals, auditions, deadlines and plenty of dates to keep organized. Backstage Blog
July 21, 2026 David Solar Beethoven at 200: Why His Music Still Resonates On March 26, 2027, musicians and audiences around the world will mark the 200th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven’s death. Backstage Blog