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 12, 2025 Encore Tours Sing in Prague’s Iconic Smetana Hall: Join Encore Voices Festival 2026 Backstage Blog Learn More
April 22, 2025 Encore Tours How Encore’s Price Guarantee Protects Your Tour: No Surprises, Just Stability Backstage Blog Planning Your Tour Learn More
May 4, 2018 Jon Linker Performance Tour Spotlight: Lebanon High School Band in Ireland St. Backstage Blog
May 1, 2018 Kate Huffman Musical Traditions of May Day Happy May Day! On the first of May, many countries in the Northern Hemisphere celebrate the ancient festival, rejoicing in the return of spring. Backstage Blog
April 27, 2018 Encore Tours #WhyEncore? We’re with you every step of the way! “Traveling with your ensemble is absolutely a worthwhile experience, and Encore is there to support you every step of the way. Backstage Blog
April 27, 2018 Encore Tours #WhyEncore? Assured Safety and Security Hear what music directors have to say about how Encore Tours keeps their ensembles safe & secure during their travels! Also, make sure to check out our Safety & Security Handbook. Backstage Blog
April 27, 2018 Encore Tours #WhyEncore? Our Knowledgeable Tour Managers Paige Long, Director of the Metropolitan Flute Orchestra, shares what it was like working with Encore’s Tour Managers! … Backstage Blog
April 27, 2018 Encore Tours #WhyEncore? Our free fundraising trip to London and Paris “It’s been a really popular fundraiser; it sparked a lot of excitement and helped us significantly. Backstage Blog
April 27, 2018 Encore Tours #WhyEncore? Our Experienced Tour Managers Hear what fellow music directors have to say about our experienced tour managers! … Backstage Blog
April 27, 2018 Encore Tours #WhyEncore? Our Hand-Picked Venues Encore is the first choice for music directors seeking unparalleled performance opportunities. Backstage Blog
April 27, 2018 Encore Tours #WhyEncore? We handle the details, you handle the music! “The people at Encore walk you through every step. Your job is just to go. Backstage Blog