Encore Tours

We’re heading to Minneapolis this week for the 2026 Chorus America Conference!

Encore Ambassador Sean Boulware and Program Consultant Julian Edwards will be onsite June 3–6 to connect with choral leaders, administrators, and organizations from across the country.

If you’ll be attending, stop by our booth to say hello, talk through future performance travel ideas, or join us for our Touring Dine-Around, where we’ll be discussing both domestic and international choir touring in a smaller, informal setting.

We’re looking forward to a great week of conversation, connection, and inspiration with the Chorus America community.

Join Us at the 2026 Chorus America Conference Join us at the 2026 Chorus America Conference in Minneapolis, June 3–6, as we connect with choral leaders and host conversations around meaningful choir travel experiences.

We’re looking forward to attending the 2026 League of American Orchestras National Conference in Baltimore next week, taking place June 1–3, with pre-conference sessions beginning this Sunday.

Encore is proud to sponsor the EdCE & YOD Pre-Conference Half Day Meeting on Sunday, May 31, supporting the important work being done in youth orchestra development, education, and community engagement.

If you’ll be attending, be sure to stop by and connect with Barbara Brown, Glenn Quirion, and Julian Edwards throughout the week. We’re excited for the conversations ahead and to continue supporting meaningful performance travel experiences for orchestras and ensembles across the country.

We’ll also be sharing more about the new Symphony Hall Series, including the Boston Symphony Hall Orchestra Festival launching November 2, 2026.

See you in Baltimore!

Join us at the 2026 League of American Orchestras Conference Join us at the 2026 League of American Orchestras Conference in Baltimore, June 1–3, as we connect with orchestra leaders, educators, and youth ensemble programs from across the country.

Our latest post explores how ensembles can build a meaningful orchestra tour experience around the Boston Symphony Hall Orchestra Festival, combining performance, education, and time together as an ensemble in one of America’s most celebrated concert venues.

From clinician-led sessions inside Symphony Hall to customizable Boston experiences, university clinics, and cultural exploration, this is a performance opportunity designed to inspire students long after the trip ends.

How to Customize Your Boston Symphony Hall Experience There are certain stages that change how students think about performing, and Boston Symphony Hall is one of them. Through the Boston Symphony Hall Orchestra Festival, your ensemble can take the stage in one of the country’s most celebrated concert halls while building a meaningful performance exp...

Every orchestra tour has the potential to become something defining.

Our new free eBook, Designing a Signature Orchestra Tour, gives you a practical framework to plan with intention, align your musical goals, and create a meaningful experience for your ensemble.

Download your copy here and start building your next tour.

Designing a Signature Orchestra Tour Download a free orchestra tour planning guide. Discover how to design impactful performance experiences with the right venues, structure, and goals.

What’s the real difference between planning a tour early… and waiting? It’s more than just timing. It affects your pricing, your performance opportunities, and ultimately the experience your group will have.

In this new post, we break down what you gain by starting early and what you risk losing if you don’t. If you’re even thinking about a future tour, this is worth a quick read.

What You Gain by Planning a Tour Early (and What You Lose If You Don’t) Learn what you gain by planning a student music tour early, from better pricing and flights to stronger experiences and more flexibility.

Your orchestra. Boston Symphony Hall.

Encore's Boston Symphony Hall Orchestra Festival invites select ensembles to perform in one of the most celebrated concert halls in the world. Designed for school, youth, community, collegiate, and adult orchestras, this professionally produced experience pairs a dedicated Symphony Hall performance with clinician‑led sessions and full Encore coordination.

📍 Boston, MA
📅 November 2, 2026
🎻 Limited participation

Learn more and request details below:

The Boston Symphony Hall Orchestra Festival Boston Symphony Hall is the draw, and everything we’ve built is designed to put your ensemble on that stage. The Encore Boston Symphony Hall Orchestra Festival invites select ensembles to perform in one of the world’s most celebrated concert halls, known for its extraordinary acoustics and landm...

We’re thrilled to welcome Barbara Brown as Encore’s new Director of Orchestras.

With decades of youth orchestra leadership and a deep belief in the power of international performance travel, Barbara brings both experience and heart to this role.

Learn more about her journey and vision for orchestra tours below

Meet Barbara Brown, Encore’s New Director of Orchestras Meet Barbara Brown, Encore’s new Director of Orchestras. Learn about her leadership at RPYO and her vision for international orchestra tours.

Planning an international performance tour for 2027 or 2028?

Register by April 1 to receive Encore Priority Planning, including:
• Early access to top dates and destinations
• A personalized recruitment and fundraising roadmap
• A travel scholarship applied directly to your tour

Starting early gives directors more flexibility, smoother approvals, and stronger options as plans take shape.

Learn more and start the conversation:

2027–2028 Priority Planning If you’re considering an international performance tour in 2027 or 2028, starting early gives you more flexibility, smoother approvals, and stronger options as your tour takes shape. Register your interest by April 1 to receive Priority Planning support from Encore. Start the conversation Share a ...

Planning an international performance tour involves a lot of moving parts. The proposal is where those pieces begin to come together.

An Encore proposal isn’t a final contract or a locked itinerary. It’s a flexible planning tool that helps directors explore options, understand structure, and make confident decisions as their tour takes shape.

What an Encore Tour Proposal Includes (and How to Use It) What does an Encore tour proposal include? Learn how planning pages, itineraries, and TripSite tools support confident performance travel.

Registration shouldn’t feel confusing or intimidating.

If you or your travelers are getting ready to sign up for an Encore tour, this guide walks through exactly what to expect, step by step, from what you’ll need to how payments and support work along the way.

Read the full post here:

What to Expect When You Register for Your Encore Tour Learn what to expect when registering for an Encore performance tour, including payments, protection plans, traveler support, and next steps.