Find out why Music Travel Consultants is the 1st choice in Greece performance trips.



Greece has so much to offer!
The music of Greece is as diverse and celebrated as its history. Since music was a major part of Greek theater, Greek musical history extends far back into ancient Greece. Music was an important part of education in ancient Greece as well. At the age of six, boys were taught music. Greek musical literacy created a flowering of development. Greek music theory included the Greek musical modes which eventually became the basis for Eastern and Western religious music and classical music. So much of the culture of Greece once ruled the world and now your group can perform at some of the greatest historical cathedrals, churches and concert halls!
For Your Students
Beyond the stage, a Greece performance tour offers students invaluable educational and personal growth opportunities through cultural immersion and shared experiences. Students can explore remarkable destinations such as the Acropolis Museum, home to treasures from the sacred rock of the Acropolis, or walk the Panathenaikon Stadium, host of the first modern Olympic Games. Traveling and performing together strengthens ensemble unity, builds confidence and encourages independence as students experience new cultures, languages and traditions. Multiple performance opportunities throughout the tour create unforgettable memories while helping students develop discipline, collaboration and a broader global perspective that extends far beyond the classroom or rehearsal hall.



Greece Performance Trips for Bands, Choirs and Orchestras
Music Travel Consultants plans custom Greece trips around your ensemble and educational goals. From the iconic Athens Concert Hall and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus to historic cathedrals in Athens and Thessaloniki and the ancient amphitheater of Messene, Greece invites choirs, bands and orchestras to perform where Western music began. Music Travel Consultants arranges venue contacts, festival applications, performance logistics and sightseeing so directors can focus on their ensembles.
Greece Trip Options for Bands
Concert bands can perform at the Megaron Athens Concert Hall, in historic churches and cathedrals such as the Cathedral Basilica of St. Dionysius the Areopagite in Athens and the Holy Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Thessaloniki, or in open-air settings including the Main Square of Patras and the Karpenisi Central Square. Indoor and outdoor options let directors match repertoire to the setting, and most venues require advance arrangement through MTC.
Greece Trip Options for Choirs
Choirs can sing in historic churches and cathedrals across Greece, including the Anglican Church of St Paul in Athens, Agia Sofia in Thessaloniki and the Church of Our Lady of Victory, or apply to the International Choral Festival of Preveza and the International Choir Festival of Karpenissi. Each venue and festival sets its own requirements for visiting ensembles, and MTC coordinates scheduling and applications.
Greece Trip Options for Orchestras
Orchestras can take the stage at the Megaron Athens Concert Hall, the Onassis Cultural Center, the Greek National Theater and the Municipal Theater of Piraeus, or perform outdoors at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and the historical amphitheater of Ancient Messene. Hall availability and booking requirements vary, so MTC coordinates arrangements well in advance.
Why Greece for Student Performance Travel?
Greece is where Western music began, and its concert halls, ancient theaters, cathedrals and island squares welcome student ensembles from around the world. Combined with festivals such as Preveza and Karpenissi and cultural landmarks from the Acropolis to Meteora, a Greece performance trip gives students an experience that connects their own musicianship to thousands of years of musical tradition.
Explore popular Greece performance options and educational opportunities for student bands, choirs and orchestras
Performance Opportunities
- Acropolis
- Agia Sofia, Thessaloniki
- Amphitheatre Theo Angelopoulos
- Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
- Cathedral Basilica of St. Dionysius the Areopagite, Athens
- Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
- Choral Festival of Preveza
- Church of Our Lady of Victory
- Church of St. Paul
- Conference Center of Karpenisi
- Corinth
- Greek National Theater
- Historical Amphitheater of Ancient Messene
- Holy Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
- Holy Taxiarches Church
- Holy Temple of Saint Evrytanes
- International Choir Festival of Karpenissi
- Kalamata Dance Megaron
- Karpenisi Central Square
- Koryschades Village
- Main Square of Patras
- Megaron Athens Concert Hall
- Municipal Theater of Piraeus
- Odeon Herodes Atticus
- Onassis Cultural Center
- Sacred Heart Church
- The Anglican Church of St Paul, Athens
- Voutyro
- Yeni Camii, Thessaloniki
Additional Attractions
- Acropolis Museum
- Astir Beach
- Athens National Garden
- Athens Planetarium
- Attica Zoological Park
- Bema of St. Paul
- Bungee Jumping
- Catamaran Sailing Tour
- Colour Day Festival (Annually in June)
- CRETAquarium Thalassókosmos
- Crete
- Cruises
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
- Dikteon Cave
- Erectheum
- Fountain of Peirene
- Hike the Fira to Oia Trail
- Kalambaka
- Kavala
- Marine Environment Volunteering
- Mars Hill
- Meteora Monasteries
- Mountain Biking
- Mycenae
- Mykonos Beaches
- Mykonos Kayak Tours
- Mythology Tours
- National Museum of Contemporary Art
- Open-Air Cinemas
- Panathenaikon Stadium
- Parthenon
- Philippi
- Private Greek Dancing Classes
- Rock of Sibyl
- Royal Palace
- Sanctuary of Apollo
- Santo Horse Riding
- Santorini Island
- Sea Kayaking Tours
- Springs of Castalia
- Swim in the Hot Springs Near Santorini Volcano
- Temple of Athena Nike
- Temple of Diana
- Temple of Zeus
- The Plaka
- Thessaloniki
- Traditional Greece Cooking Lessons
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Greece Student Music Trip FAQs
Answers to common questions about Greece performance trips for student bands, choirs and orchestras, including performance options, applications, planning and costs.
What performance opportunities are available for student groups in Greece?
Student groups can perform at the Megaron Athens Concert Hall, the Onassis Cultural Center, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus and the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, in historic churches and cathedrals such as the Cathedral Basilica of St. Dionysius the Areopagite in Athens and Agia Sofia in Thessaloniki, at the historical amphitheater of Ancient Messene, and at festivals including the International Choral Festival of Preveza. The full list of venues appears above, and MTC matches each ensemble to settings that fit its repertoire and schedule.
What can choirs do in Greece?
Choirs can sing in churches and cathedrals across Greece, including the Anglican Church of St Paul in Athens, Agia Sofia in Thessaloniki and the Church of Our Lady of Victory, and can apply to the International Choral Festival of Preveza and the International Choir Festival of Karpenissi. Each venue and festival sets its own requirements for visiting ensembles, and MTC coordinates repertoire approval and scheduling.
What can orchestras do in Greece?
Orchestras can perform at the Megaron Athens Concert Hall, the Onassis Cultural Center, the Greek National Theater and the Municipal Theater of Piraeus, or outdoors at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and the historical amphitheater of Ancient Messene. Hall availability varies by season and booking requirements differ by venue, so MTC secures arrangements as early as possible.
Can our school ensemble perform at a major venue in Greece?
Yes. Major venues such as the Megaron Athens Concert Hall, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus and the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus host student and professional ensembles, but each sets its own scheduling, repertoire and application requirements and none can be promised in advance. MTC submits applications and coordinates logistics on your behalf, and acceptance depends on the venue.
Do Greece performance opportunities require an audition or application?
Many Greek venues and festivals require an advance application, and some request a recording or audition material before confirming a performance. The International Choral Festival of Preveza and the International Choir Festival of Karpenissi have their own application deadlines. MTC manages these submissions for your group and advises directors on the requirements for each venue.
Can our students participate in music workshops or clinics in Greece?
Greece itineraries center on performance venues and festivals, and dedicated workshop listings vary by season. MTC can arrange clinics, masterclasses or collaborations with local musicians and institutions on request, so discuss your interests with your travel planner early to confirm availability.
How far in advance should we plan a Greece music trip?
International performance travel works best with 12 to 18 months of planning. Venue applications, festival deadlines, group flight arrangements and peak-season travel dates all benefit from lead time, and popular venues and festivals fill their calendars far in advance.
What affects the cost of a student music trip to Greece?
Cost depends on group size, travel dates, trip length, transportation, performance venue requirements and exchange rates. Because every MTC itinerary is custom, pricing is quoted per group. Contact Music Travel Consultants for a quote based on your ensemble’s plans.
Can MTC combine performances, clinics and sightseeing in a Greece itinerary?
Absolutely. MTC builds custom itineraries that combine performances, festivals and sightseeing at landmarks from the Acropolis to the islands of Santorini, Mykonos and Crete. Directors choose the balance of music and travel experiences, and MTC handles the logistics throughout.
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