Three Gifts: How to Make the Most of the Holiday Performance Season
It’s here! The holiday performance season includes one of your most-attended concerts of the year and the spirit of giving…
10 Music Organizations to Support this Holiday Season
As musicians, we're all extremely grateful for the gift of music and recognize how valuable it can be. Here are…
Announcing the Winners of the 2018 #MoreEncore Passenger Photo Contest
Every year, Encore Tours runs the #MoreEncore Photo Contest, a photo/video contest for participants of our performance trips. We look…
Musical Celebrations Around the World – Thaipusam
If you were to visit Malaysia, Singapore, or other Southeast Asian countries with large Tamil Hindu populations, you may be…
Musical Celebrations Around the World – World Opera Day
A beloved art form is finally getting its day in the spotlight…on the calendar. February 8th is World Opera Day!…
Musical Celebrations Around the World – Music in Our Schools Month
The National Association for Music Education (NAfME), among the world’s largest arts education organizations, is the only association that addresses…
Musical Celebrations Around the World – Jazz Appreciation Month
Every April, musicians, directors, and jazz lovers from across the U.S. celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month. Founded by the Smithsonian’s National…
Musical Celebrations Around the World – International Drum Month
International Drum Month, taking place every May, encourages people to learn about different types of drums, drumming styles, and percussion.…
Musical Celebrations Around the World – African American Music Appreciation Month
African American Music Appreciation Month was established on June 7, 1979, by President Jimmy Carter after vigorous campaigning from three…
Musical Celebrations Around the World – Uncommon Instruments Awareness Day
Have you ever come across an instrument and thought to yourself “Wow, that’s…interesting! I wonder how it’s played?” You’re not…