The Undeniable Benefits of Band, Orchestra and Choir Trips
As a choir director and employee at Encore Tours, I can say without a doubt that every traveling ensemble undergoes…
Advice For New Band Directors
It didn’t take long for Tom Cox to realize his time in college didn’t fully prepare him for his first…
Why Do I Need a Music Travel Company For My Band Trips?
Why I Need a Music Travel Company For My Band Trips? By the very nature of the job, a band director is…
The Key to Running a Successful Band Program
Have you ever wondered how some school music programs always seem to produce top-notch ensembles year after year? In every…
10 Things Band Directors Can Be Thankful For
Last Thanksgiving, you liked our blog “11 Things a Choir Director Can Be Thankful For” so much, that we decided…
Band Director Spotlight: Phil Aguglia – Thinking Outside the Box with 130 Students
Band Director Spotlight Series: Meet fellow band directors while they share their experiences, advice and tips for teaching band. This week, we…
How to Audition for the Military Band
So you want to get paid to play? We all know it’s not easy to make a living as a…
Band Director Spotlight: Gary Gribble’s Tips on Building a Quality Music Program
Band Director Spotlight Series Meet fellow band directors as they share their experiences, advice, and tips for teaching band. This…
Meet the New Regional Manager for Encore Band Tours: Jon Linker
Get to know our Encore Staff, passionate and well-traveled individuals who work hard to make your Encore Tours experience truly…
If You’re a Band Director, You’ll Love This
Picture your band marching in the St. Patrick’s Day Parades in Dublin and Limerick. You really can’t imagine a…