March 2, 2026 David Solar Meet Barbara Brown, Encore’s New Director of Orchestras At Encore Tours, our team is made up of passionate musicians, educators, and leaders who believe deeply in the power of performance travel. Backstage Blog Learn More
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December 11, 2025 Encore Tours Announcing the 2026 Encore Crescendo Contest Backstage Blog Learn More
April 23, 2024 Encore Tours Taking Your Ensemble to Greece: A Symphony of Culture and History Traveling with your ensemble offers an unparalleled opportunity to combine cultural immersion with performance in some of the world’s most inspiring settings. Backstage Blog
April 15, 2024 Encore Tours Taking Your Ensemble to Mexico Setting off on an international performance tour can have a profound impact on the members of your ensemble, and Mexico serves as a stellar choice for such an adventure. Backstage Blog
April 8, 2024 Encore Tours Meet our Newest Program Consultant: Julian Edwards At Encore, we pride ourselves on having a team of passionate, knowledgeable, and well-traveled individuals who work tirelessly to ensure that your travel experience is truly unforgettable. Backstage Blog
April 2, 2024 Encore Tours Your Guide to Crafting Unforgettable Journeys with Encore Experiences Travel has the power to open our eyes to the world’s extraordinary beauty, connect us with different cultures, and create moments that turn into cherished memories. Backstage Blog
March 26, 2024 Rachel Fensterer Taking Your Ensemble to Ireland Embark on a journey to Ireland, where heritage, tradition, and culture brush together to create a rich musical history. Music has been a language in Ireland for thousands of years. Backstage Blog
March 22, 2024 Encore Tours 15 Cheesy Jokes About Music Ready for some truly corny music jokes? Sometimes, it’s those eye-roll-inducing puns that get us laughing the hardest—or groaning the loudest. Backstage Blog
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