February 6, 2017     Jon Linker

Taking Your Ensemble to Costa Rica

Pura Vida!

How would you like to play a concert in the middle of a lush ecological park filled with tropical birds, sloths, tarantulas, turtles, and a host of other a…

January 30, 2017     Jon Linker

Taking Your Ensemble to the Baltics

Looking for a road less traveled for your next – or first – European performance tour? Think outside the box and consider the Baltic States of La…

January 5, 2017     Jon Linker

The Marriage Between High School & Middle School Band

Cuthbertson NC Bands a Family Affair

Many music educators can vouch for the importance of the high school and middle school directors working together as a team.

December 14, 2016     Encore Tours

Group Travel Videos: A Lasting Travel Souvenir

Encore Tours is happy to partner with Group Travel Videos™ by PhotoVision, Inc., based in Charlotte, NC.

December 8, 2016     Jacob Levine

29+ Free Organizational Tools for Managing Your Ensemble

Performing arts organizations typically have exceptionally tight budgets, so getting the most “bang for your buck” is especially important.