Last Thanksgiving, you liked our blog “11 Things a Choir Director Can Be Thankful For” so much, that we decided to let the band directors get in on the fun too. So here’s 10 things band directors can be thankful for this Thanksgiving! 1. Students who practice 2. Kids who remember their instruments and uniforms And…animal mascots? 3. Parents who encourage their kids to practice 4. Piccolos that play in tune Sorry, that’s not possible! 5. Humble trumpet players Sorry, that’s not possible either! 6. And trumpet players who don’t always try to play as loud and high as possible Good luck with that… 7. Clarinets that don’t squeak 8. Players who actually look at the conductor once in a while 9. People who know # means sharp not hashtag 10. And, of course, band trips!
January 6, 2025 Encore Tours Plan Your Ensemble’s Dream Performance Tour for 2026 Every great accomplishment begins with a thoughtful plan. Backstage Blog
December 26, 2024 Encore Tours Join Us at the 2025 Jazz Educators Network Conference in Atlanta The 2025 Jazz Educators Network (JEN) Conference is just around the corner, taking place January 8–11 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Atlanta, GA. Backstage Blog
December 20, 2024 Encore Tours Happy Holidays from the Team at Encore Tours! As the holiday season draws near, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude and appreciation to all of you. Backstage Blog