The Melting Pot, the Land of the Free, the Home of the Brave... America! With nicknames like these, it's hard not to love the United States. As founder of jazz, country music and rhythm and blues, America has an important musical heritage to be discovered. From New York to San Francisco, travel and performance opportunities are everywhere if you know where to look!
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In this classic New England itinerary, you'll have an opportunity to perform in front of Faneuil Hall and attend a concert by the world-renowned Boston Symphony Orchestra.
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Experience the revolutionary charm of New England in one of America's most historic cities. Boston is where much of the country's history began, from the first public school in America to sites linked to the revolutionary war.
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On this classic Big Apple itinerary, see world-class entertainment at a Broadway show, hone your musicianship in a 1hr clinic with a local professional musician and perform on the flight deck of the USS Intrepid (or other local venue).
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Welcome to the Big Apple, one of the greatest cities on earth! With the best of everything — food, culture, shopping — there's a new adventure waiting for you everywhere you go. See world-class entertainment at a Broadway show, perform at an adjudicated festival and see a concert by the world-famous New York Philharmonic.
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On this classic itinerary, you'll enjoy an entertaining Game Show Event at your hotel, see Blue Man Group, hear the famous Chicago Symphony Orchestra and perform for the public in the lobby of Willis Tower.
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Deep dish pizza, fantastic museums, interesting architecture, passionate sports fans and a world-class orchestra are just some of the things that make the Windy City special.
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On this classic itinerary to the nation's capital, your musical highlights will be your performance in front of the Lincoln Memorial and attending a National Symphony concert.
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A trip to our nation's capital is a must for any American. Home to iconic monuments and memorials, fantastic museums and the pillars of US government, Washington D.C. is a place unlike any other.
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Who can resist Mickey Mouse? Rides, thrills and music are all part of this Disney experience. Visit all four Walt Disney World parks plus have the opportunity to perform for the public and hone your musical skills in a special Disney performing arts workshop.
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On this classic itinerary, you'll visit all four Walt Disney World parks plus have the opportunity to compete at the adjudicated Festival Disney and hone your musical skills in a special Disney performing arts workshop.
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With 50 states, it is hard to narrow down just a few cities to highlight from the USA. But, here are our 6 top recommended travel destinations for your performing ensemble.
The Big Apple is one of the liveliest and most cultured cities in the world. Here you can visit famous landmarks and neighborhoods including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Rockefeller Center, Greenwich Village, Central Park and more. Don't miss out on a photo opportunity in Times Square before attending a Broadway show!
Known for its cable cars and Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco provides for the perfect combination of performances and sightseeing activities for your group. Perhaps you may choose to perform on the popular Pier 39 before visiting its many waterfront attractions. Then tour to Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Park, the Cliff House, and the famed Golden Gate Bridge where you can stop and enjoy the view!
There's so much to see in this beautiful capital city filled with cherry trees and green expanses! On a walking tour of the downtown area, you can visit the National Mall, where the crowds gathered to watch Martin Luther King, Jr. speak, the Smithsonian Institution and the Lincoln Memorial. Perhaps, explore into Virginia by crossing the Potomac and visiting Old Town Alexandria, a well-preserved colonial town filled with ice cream parlors, art galleries and bookshops.
Journey through American history on a performance tour to Philadelphia, where the Founding Fathers gave birth to a nation. Immerse yourself in the story of the American Revolution and visit attractions like the Independence National Historical Park, Graff House, where Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence, the Liberty Bell Pavilion and Independence Hall.
Check out one of the oldest cities in the United States, Boston. With several key historical events during the American Revolution, such as the Boston Massacre, the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Boston Tea Party, history finds you on every corner. Take a walk on the famous Freedom Trail and explore the city on a Duck Tour. When you've soaked up enough of the city, remember, Maine, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont and Rhode Island are just a day trip away!
Home of the Grand Ole Opry, Nashville has provided a long-time musical center for country singers from all over the globe. A tour of Nashville isn't complete without a guided musical city tour of the legends where you'll see the Country Music Hall of Fame, Printers Alley and Tootsie's Orchid Lounge. You will even have the opportunity to record a piece at the RCA Studio B, where Elvis recorded many hits!
From historic Faneuil Hall in Boston to the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, the US has many important musical venues for performances. Check out these top 5 from across the nation!
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