Are you ready to take your orchestra to new places? Get a quote from one of our tour consultants who will help you customize a orchestra trip to meet your goals.
Based on your orchestra's size, experience, ability and repertoire, we'll hand-pick appropriate venues just for you. We guarantee that the acoustics, stage size and venue type will be suitable for your orchestra.
We take care of all your instrument and equipment rental needs. Whether you need large percussion, an upright bass or a grand piano, we'll make sure it's ready for you on the stage.
We handle your instruments with care. Upon request, we'll book a temperature-controlled instrument truck to travel alongside your group. Your instruments are in good hands.
Traveling with instruments can still be nerve-wracking! That's why both our Comprehensive & Ultimate Insurance Plans offer instrument insurance for passengers with the option to upgrade for additional coverage.
With Encore, your instruments will be safely stored in a separate room at the hotel, plus, we'll work with the venues and coach driver to ensure a safe storage space for your things during your performances.
We'll schedule plenty of time for your sound checks and rehearsals prior to each performance and we'll work with you in advance to determine how much time you will need.
Your orchestra's press kit is of the utmost importance when requesting to play in venues overseas. Our Ultimate Guide to Creating Your Orchestra's Press Kit will show you how to put these materials together.
Whether performing for a formal performance, joint or benefit concert, repertoire selection is key to a successful orchestra trip. We'll help you select your orchestra's touring repertoire and send to your designated venues for approval.
We'll keep you informed of what concert attire you'll need to bring and we'll even book your changing rooms in advance!
We know that your orchestra's balance is important during your recruitment strategies. We'll help you keep an eye on your balance through our passenger reports and can even hire ringers if you need them!
Looking to work with a local orchestra, participate in a workshop with a member of the local Philharmonic or want to raise money for a charity during your performance? Ask us to include some of these options in your proposal.
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This classic itinerary featuring Salzburg, Vienna and Prague is perfect for any music history fanatic. Walk the footsteps of Mozart, Haydn And Dvořák in three of Europe's most picturesque cities. Explore Mozart's House, tour the Esterházy Palace and more!
Full ItineraryFrom performing in Spain's greatest concert halls and outdoor festivals to dancing Flamenco in the evenings, this itinerary is packed with Spanish flair from beginning to end. Travel to Spain's top cities and experience the best of Spain's sightseeing excursions.
Full ItineraryHighlighting Argentina's most renowned concert halls, this itinerary takes you to Buenos Aires, the coastal city of Mar del Plata and Rosario to see the famous Teatro el Círculo.
Full ItineraryThe Musica Orbis Festival, which takes place annually in the beautiful city of Prague, offers a wonderful musical experience to ensembles of all ages. This event includes 10 competition categories – including String Orchestras, Chamber Orchestras, Symphonic Bands & Symphony Orchestras – in addition to their non-competitive festival program. This festival offers many unique performance opportunities in the historical venues and churches located in the heart of the city.
After the festival is over, you can easily extend your trip and enjoy more fabulous musical highlights in the surrounding areas. We have created itineraries for those looking to extend their trip to Budapest, Dresden, or Vienna but, as always, our tours are fully customizable and can be adapted to fit your ensemble's unique needs.
The Granada Music Festival is an important cultural event in Granada, Spain. The festival takes place every June-July in various venues around the city. The locals make up hundreds and sometimes even thousands of people for your audience!
This 3-day festival takes place in Buenos Aires every year and is open to youth ensembles across the world. The festival culminates with a joint performance to an audience of thousands!