February 12, 2026 Encore Tours Announcing Encore’s Best Promotion for Early Planners If you’re starting to think about an international performance tour in 2027 or 2028, this is an especially good moment to begin the conversation. Backstage Blog Planning Your Tour Learn More
January 27, 2026 Encore Tours How an Encore Performance Tour Works: From Planning to Final Concert Backstage Blog Featured Resources Planning Your Tour Learn More
December 11, 2025 Encore Tours Announcing the 2026 Encore Crescendo Contest Backstage Blog Learn More
October 14, 2025 Encore Tours Cancel for Any Reason Travel Protection: Why Encore Travelers Choose to Upgrade Backstage Blog Featured Resources Learn More
August 28, 2025 Encore Tours 5 Ways to Motivate Your Ensemble This Fall Some schools are already back in session, while others are still squeezing out the last days of summer. No matter where your calendar falls, this season marks a new beginning for musicians. Backstage Blog
August 20, 2025 Encore Tours Costa Rica: A Stage Shaped by Nature In recent years, Costa Rica has become an increasingly popular travel destination, attracting visitors with its rich biodiversity, welcoming communities, and commitment to sustainability. Backstage Blog
August 18, 2025 Encore Tours The Benefits of Adding a Shadow Tour to Your Performance Tour We believe in the transformative power of performance travel to inspire, connect, and broaden horizons. Backstage Blog
August 12, 2025 Encore Tours Inspire Your Students with a Music Appreciation Tour At Encore, we believe the joy of music does not have to be tied to the pressure of performing on stage. Backstage Blog
August 11, 2025 Encore Tours 2025 Encore Crescendo Photo Contest Whether you sang in a centuries-old cathedral, performed under the lights of a world-class concert hall, or excited crowds at a bustling outdoor piazza, we know your Encore tour was packed with un… Backstage Blog
August 7, 2025 Encore Tours Venue Spotlight: St. Thomas Church in Leipzig Located in the historic city of Leipzig, Germany, St. Thomas Church offers ensembles a rare and unforgettable performance opportunity. Backstage Blog
July 29, 2025 Encore Tours 2025 Summer Travel Recap At Encore Tours, we work with music directors and their exceptional ensembles all year long. Backstage Blog
July 22, 2025 Encore Tours Creative Programming for Modern Choirs: Balancing Tradition and Innovation Choosing the right concert program is one of the most creative and rewarding parts of being a choir director. Backstage Blog
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