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
October 27, 2016 Tori Cook Defining Music as a Universal Language: Interviewing the 2016 Tri-M Scholarship Winner Hi, Lydia! Thank you for taking the time to interview with us today. Backstage Blog
October 20, 2016 Andrew Yaracs Dealing With Adversity On Your Music Performance Tour Have A Plan B No matter how much planning goes into a trip even the best laid plans can be disrupted by the unforeseen. Backstage Blog
October 12, 2016 Encore Tours Choosing Sample Repertoire for Your Ensemble’s Press Kit Whether it’s for local concert promotions, touring overseas, or just posting on your website, a well-constructed press kit can be an invaluable tool for raising t… Backstage Blog Music Educator Resources
October 4, 2016 Bonnie Roberts How to Run “The Suitcase Race!” “I don’t know what to pack!” “Can I bring my own shampoo and hairdryer?” “So does it rain a lot?” Most of my trips involve a large portion of first-time travelers, especial… Backstage Blog
September 28, 2016 Encore Tours Marching Band Trips: Preparing for The Performances You’re going on a band trip and the excitement is building. The fundraising is done and all the travel logistics have been arranged. Backstage Blog Music Educator Resources
September 26, 2016 Encore Tours Taking Your Band to New Places (Video) Adventure, friendships, independence, new experiences and cultures, fantastic venues and audiences, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to explore. Backstage Blog
September 26, 2016 Encore Tours Prepare Recordings for Your Ensemble’s Press Kit Whether it’s for local concert promotions, touring overseas, or just posting on your website, a well-constructed press kit can be an invaluable tool for raising t… Backstage Blog Music Educator Resources
September 13, 2016 Encore Tours How Does Touring Inspire You? (Video) Get Inspired! 2015 Grammy Award winning music educator Jared Cassedy talks about the transformational experience of travel. Backstage Blog
September 13, 2016 Encore Tours Taking Engaging Photos for Your Ensemble’s Press Kit Whether it’s for local concert promotions, touring overseas, or just posting on your website, a well-constructed press kit can be an invaluable tool for raising… Backstage Blog Music Educator Resources