27May
26May
Colony HS in Ireland: St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Beyond
Where better to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than in Ireland? The Colony HS (AK) marching band, known as THEE Northern Sound, had the experience of a lifetime marching in the 2025 St. Patrick's Day Parade in Dublin. The prestigious invitation was awarded based on the band's application, which took years of preparation and dedication. Besides marching in the parade, the Colony HS music department immersed itself in Irish culture. They took in the stunning landscapes, performed in historic...
23May
Students Embark on International Performance Tours
The Music Travel Consultants family of brands is pleased to announce this summer's Musicians Abroad international student performance tours! With performance destinations across Europe, student musicians will soon experience the trip of a lifetime. High school band, orchestra and choir students were nominated by their directors for this experience based on character, leadership and musicianship. Led by experienced educators, groups will become international performers in iconic locations such as London, Paris, Salzburg, Andermatt and Heidelberg. Indiana Musicians Abroad June 11-26,...
28Mar
Operations, Development and Finance Teams Thrive
Three talented women lead the Operations, Development and Finance teams for the MTC Family of Brands. Read more about their impact below. In seven years with MTC’s Operations team, Jeni Burgett has built a career around organization and efficiency. With a background in accounting and finance, her ability to manage complex logistics ensures smooth trips for thousands of students. “The best advice I can give a new operations specialist is to enjoy any time you have during the offseason because the busy...
26Mar
Lead Tour Directors Drive Team of Heroes
All MTC Family of Brands Tour Directors are superheroes, but two awesome women lead the charge. Learn more about our Lead Tour Directors, known across the world as Sue and Nancy! Tour directors are a vital part of every trip with the MTC Family of Brands. As Lead TDs, in addition to working on their own trips, Sue and Nancy coordinate and conduct training, facilitate scheduling and provide support to all tour directors before, during and after every trip. After 18 years...
20Jan
Gilroy Gardens: Where Students Can Perform, Learn and Play
For over 25 years, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park has been a magical destination where students can experience a unique blend of education and entertainment. Nestled in the scenic town of Gilroy, California, this enchanting, 536-acre park offers a distinctive opportunity for teachers to inspire their students while enjoying thrilling attractions and performance opportunities. Michael Bonfante, the creator of Gilroy Gardens, loved trees—especially BIG ones. He dreamed of creating a park that would inspire young...
13Dec
Preparing for Show Choir Competition Day with Pendleton Heights HS
Show choir competition events, like Heart of America, showcase the end product of months of preparation. Pendleton Heights HS (IN) Choral Director Erin Archer shares the dedication and hard work it takes to make it to competition day. The Pendleton Heights HS Show Choir program practices two times a week per varsity group from October through March. We compete seven weekends in a row and have a few community performances. On the morning of a competition, we arrive at...
13Dec
MTC Bands March in 2024 Thanksgiving Day Parades
Besides the delicious food, friendly gatherings and family traditions, Thanksgiving 2024 held additional special meaning for some band students: an invitation to march in a Thanksgiving Day parade. This year, five bands traveled with MTC to participate in some of the country's most iconic Thanksgiving Day celebrations. Avon HS (IN) The Avon Marching Black and Gold traveled to NYC to perform in the 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. They made the most of their time in NYC. Students visited Times Square, the...
13Dec
Join MTC at The Midwest Clinic
Music Travel Consultants is excited to celebrate music educators at The Midwest Clinic. The Midwest Clinic International Band, Orchestra and Music Conference offers guests interested in music education an array of clinics and exhibits, as well as access to music and teaching icons. The conference will also focus on industry trends and future topics in business and music education. With more than 18,000 attendees from all 50 states and more than 30 countries, The Midwest Clinic offers music...
11Nov
