02Jan
02Jan
A Music Trip to Disney Parks
There's a reason that music performance and music education opportunities are so abundant at Walt Disney theme parks. Music brings feeling and heart into films and stage plays. Didn't you melt, just a little, when first you heard “When You Wish Upon a Star” in Pinocchio? The Pinocchio theme song, released with Disney's second animated feature film in 1940, has become an iconic theme for the Disney organization. For decades, Disney has brought evil and good to life by harnessing the power of music to tell...
02Jan
Featured Destination: Germany and Austria
This edition features Franklin Central's Concert Choir traveling on their custom choir trip to Germany and Austria. The group not only had the opportunity to give multiple once-in-a-lifetime performances, but the group was also able to experience these popular stops and events: Neuschwanstein, Dachau, Salt Mine, Trick Fountains at Hellbrunn, Salzburg City Center, Kursalon, and Henrici Restaurant at Esterhazy. Behind the poster advertising its Eisenstadt, Austria concert, the Franklin Central Concert Choir rehearses in Haydn Hall. Arriving in
02Jan
Puttin’ on the Ritz with Jeff Buchanan!
Meet Jeff Buchanan A longtime Ohio school music teacher and 2002 Teacher of the Year, Jeff Buchanan is an alumnus of Medina High School (Ohio) and Bowling Green State University. He served on the OMEA State Board as District II President and Technology Rep, and he's a past-president of the BGSU Alumni Band Board of Directors. Jeff's bands received numerous superior ratings at OMEA adjudicated events, and he is a former director of the Heidelberg College Brass Band. An active composer...
01Jan
New York City Choir Trip
The City that never sleeps! The Big Apple! It’s like no other city in the world—giant skyscrapers, world-famous attractions, fabulous museums, marvelous restaurants, exclusive shops, don't miss performances at Lincoln Center, and spectacular Broadway shows! A renewed spirit of energy and vitality rings throughout America’s largest city—one of the world’s greatest destinations! You just can't go wrong with a New York City trip. Here’s a look at the Big Apple, following in the footsteps of our friends from the Bismarck...
16Sep
Bands Competing in the 2016 Bands of America Championships can win $500 with Music Travel Consultants!
BOA Bands Can Win $500 with Music Travel Consultants! Music Travel Consultants, the Official Travel Partner of Bands of America, is honoring your hard work with a Contest! Bands Competing at the 2016 BOA Events can win $500.00 for their school’s music program! All you have to do is ‘LIKE’ MTC’s Facebook page, and then answer the question “Who is the Travel Planner for the Finest Bands, Choirs and Orchestras in the World?” in the contest's post. Be sure to add your...
18Aug
Scotland Music Tours
Calling All Top Notch Pipers, Drummers and Dancers! Scotland is well-known for its unique and traditional music, and Scots music has held its popularity when many traditional forms of music across the world haven't. Many associate Scottish music almost entirely with the Great Highland Bagpipe, which has long played an important part in Scottish music. There are also many other performance opportunities besides Bagpipes, so don't be shy! ...
10Aug
Students Thinking about Majoring in Music?
Do you have a student who loves music so much that they can’t imagine doing anything else with their life? If you’re a music teacher, you can surely relate. If you’re a parent, however, this may worry you. And if so, you’re not alone. Majoring in music is a commitment of passion. It’s extremely hard work on a non-linear path. And it’s definitely the right choice for anyone who can’t imagine doing anything else. Only then will the extraordinary effort needed to...
29Jun
Popular Student Marching Band Parades
Music Travel Consultants has orchestrated a list of “Popular Student Marching Band Parades” to help Band Directors choose the right parade for their group. Groups performing at these parades have shared positive feedback on a consistent basis. There are many parades available throughout the world, but these are definitely the most popular. But if you have your heart set on the Los Angeles Lobster Dog Parade, we have some great costume recommendations! Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral...
24Jun
