July 14, 2025 Encore Tours Announcing Prelude 2026 in Rome We’re excited to officially announce that Prelude 2026 will take place in Rome, Italy, from January 15–19, 2026, over the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend. Backstage Blog Learn More
June 2, 2025 Encore Tours How to Use Our Repertoire Library to Plan Your Next Tour Setlist Backstage Blog Planning Your Tour Learn More
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March 19, 2024 Encore Tours Meet Sean Boulware: Our New Program Consultant for the Western US At Encore Tours, our team is a blend of passionate, well-traveled professionals dedicated to providing unforgettable experiences. We are thrilled to introduce our newest member, Dr. Backstage Blog
March 18, 2024 Encore Tours Why Choose Encore for Your Next Performance Tour? Taking your ensemble on an international performance tour presents a unique chance for your ensemble to display its talents worldwide, immerse in diverse cultures, and forge unforgettable memories… Backstage Blog
March 11, 2024 Encore Tours 5 Proven Strategies for Successful Ensemble Recruitment Recruiting talented musicians and maintaining a vibrant, dynamic ensemble presents ongoing challenges. Backstage Blog
March 7, 2024 David Solar Prelude 2024 Recap Amidst the crisp chill of winter, London welcomed the tenth iteration of Encore’s Prelude event—an exclusive, complimentary weekend devoted to the advancement of music directors. Backstage Blog
March 4, 2024 Rachel Fensterer Experience Beatles Mania on Your Next Performance Tour Some people might travel to England to walk the grand halls of Buckingham Palace, marvel at the centuries-old Stonehenge stones, or meander through the beautiful town of York. Backstage Blog
February 12, 2024 Encore Tours Venue Spotlight: Austria’s Melk Abbey Perched above the Danube River in Austria, the Melk Abbey embodies the region’s rich cultural and musical legacy. Backstage Blog
January 10, 2024 Encore Tours Venue Spotlight: Teatro Mancinelli in Orvieto, Italy Located in the beautiful town of Orvieto in the heart of Umbria, Italy, stands the Teatro Mancinelli—a renowned venue that draws choirs and orchestras from around the world. Backstage Blog
December 12, 2023 Encore Tours Register Early for Your 2025 Performance Tour and Unlock Extraordinary Rewards for You and Your Ensemble! Directors, it’s your turn to step into the spotlight! As we raise the curtain on a new travel year, we’re excited to unveil our new Director Rewards Program for 2025—a unique suite o… Backstage Blog
December 8, 2023 Encore Tours Venue Spotlight: Church of the Holy Trinity in Stratford-upon-Avon In the heart of the charming town of Stratford-upon-Avon lies the Church of the Holy Trinity—an iconic venue that has become a beloved destination for choirs visiting England. Backstage Blog