10 Online Groups & Forums for Music Directors
You stand in front of your ensemble with all eyes looking to you for direction, information…everything. We get it. Being…
A Master Gardener’s Advice on Growing Your Music Ensemble
Music Directors are gardeners. They carefully cultivate their ensemble by planting the seed of promise. They skillfully nurture their ensemble's…
Encore Tours/ACIS Travel Scholarships
2020 Scholarship Theme: Becoming a Global Citizen The theme of the 2020 scholarship contest is “Becoming a Global Citizen”. Finding…
Right On Cue: 5 Reasons NOW is the Best Time to Plan a 2020 Performance Tour with your Ensemble
Have you ever missed your cue? The experience is embarrassing—and worse. Everyone who depends on you to hold up your…
Encore Tours Spotlight: Briarcrest Christian School Band and Choir Tour to Italy
The choir and band from Briarcrest Christian School, just outside Memphis, recently returned from a fantastic performance tour to Italy.…
Encore Tours Spotlight: Saint Anthony’s High School 2019 Italy Tour
In February 2019, Saint Anthony’s High School (South Huntington, NY) embarked on its 24th Concert Tour under the guidance of…