January 12, 2026 David Solar Meet Us at TMEA 2026 in San Antonio We are excited to share that this year we will once again be attending the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Clinic and Convention in San Antonio. Backstage Blog Learn More
December 11, 2025 Encore Tours Announcing the 2026 Encore Crescendo Contest Backstage Blog Learn More
October 21, 2025 Encore Tours How to Choose the Right Performance Tour Destination for Your Ensemble Backstage Blog Learn More
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May 25, 2023 Encore Tours Brian O’Donovan Presents…A Celtic Adventure: Unveiling Ireland’s Musical Tapestry! Last year, Encore Tours introduced Encore Experiences, an extraordinary concept that grants individual travelers exclusive access to the world’s most magnificent musical, cultural, and culin… Backstage Blog
May 23, 2023 Encore Tours Taking Your Ensemble to Peru: Exploring Magical Venues and Rich Musical Heritage Are you ready to embark on a musical journey filled with captivating venues, rich cultural experiences, and a vibrant musical heritage? Look no further than Peru! Let us guide you through the ench… Backstage Blog
May 16, 2023 Encore Tours Beyond Music: Cultural Immersion on Your Performance Tour Music has the incredible power to transcend borders and connect people from diverse backgrounds. Backstage Blog
May 8, 2023 Encore Tours Discovering Hidden Gems: Lesser-Known Music Destinations Worth Exploring Welcome to a beautiful, fascinating, and exciting corner of Europe, where hidden-gem destinations await your exploration. Backstage Blog
May 1, 2023 Encore Tours 2023 Spring Travel Season Recap: Highlights and Memories We are thrilled to have recently wrapped up our 2023 spring travel season, which saw a wide variety of musical ensembles travel all over the world travel. Backstage Blog
April 27, 2023 Abby Feck The Legacy of Duke Ellington With Duke Ellington’s birthday coming up this Saturday, April 29, we wanted to take a look through the history books at how this famous jazz artist impacted music, American culture, and even… Backstage Blog
April 25, 2023 Encore Tours The Magic of Impromptu Performances: Adding Spontaneity to Your Performance Tour Are you looking for ways to add spontaneity to your performance tour? Perhaps you should consider incorporating impromptu or informal performances into your itinerary. Backstage Blog
April 18, 2023 Encore Tours 5 Simple Ways to Make Your Next Performance Tour More Eco-Friendly In honor of Earth Day, which takes place this year on Saturday, April 22nd, we wanted take a moment to reflect on our impact on the environment. Backstage Blog
April 6, 2023 Encore Tours Factors to Consider When Choosing a Performance Tour Operator If you’re planning a performance tour for your choir, band, or orchestra, perhaps the most important decision you will make is choosing a trustworthy performance tour operator. Backstage Blog