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New Orleans has so much to offer!

Jazz learning, cultural experiences and approved New Orleans performances. The supplied destination options include Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade, Mardi Gras Parade Performance (By Krewe Invitation) and New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint. Between music activities, consider Audubon Aquarium & Insectarium and The National WWII Museum. Krewe invitations, permits, repertoire restrictions and seasonal or age-limited workshops should be confirmed before travel.


For Your Students

Use your New Orleans music trip to connect ensemble preparation with educational experiences outside the rehearsal room. The workshop list includes Loyola University New Orleans Music Clinics and Preservation Hall Foundation Kids in the Hall (Private Educational Jazz Experience). Confirm the program format, eligibility and host availability before including a session in your itinerary.

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New Orleans Performance Trips for Bands, Choirs and Orchestras

Music Travel Consultants plans custom New Orleans trips around your ensemble and educational goals. Explore Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade, Mardi Gras Parade Performance (By Krewe Invitation) and New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint, along with the educational activities and attractions listed below. MTC matches the itinerary to your ensemble, travel dates and learning goals. Participation depends on organizer approval, program requirements and availability.

New Orleans Trip Options for Marching Bands

New Orleans marching and event travel can explore Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade and Krewe of Rex Parade (By Invitation), as listed below. Confirm the event format, application deadlines and eligibility for your ensemble. A festival, indoor competition and parade are different activities; acceptance is not guaranteed.

New Orleans Trip Options for Bands

Concert bands can explore Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade, Mardi Gras Parade Performance (By Krewe Invitation) and New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint as starting points for planning. Match the venue or program to instrumentation, ensemble size, repertoire and learning goals. Confirm whether the activity is a student performance, educational program or concert visit before booking.

New Orleans Trip Options for Choirs

The listed music options include Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church (Advance Approval Required) and St. Louis Cathedral. A choral program must be appropriate for your singers, repertoire and travel dates. Religious venues, festivals and other hosts may require approval or set specific participation rules.

New Orleans Trip Options for Orchestras

Orchestra trip planning should account for instrumentation, stage space, rehearsal time and equipment transport. The workshop list includes Loyola University New Orleans Music Clinics and Preservation Hall Foundation Kids in the Hall (Private Educational Jazz Experience). Confirm that the program accepts your ensemble and that facilities, clinicians and dates are available.

Why New Orleans for Student Performance Travel?

Jazz learning, cultural experiences and approved New Orleans performances. Music activities can be combined with Audubon Aquarium & Insectarium and The National WWII Museum when schedules allow. Krewe invitations, permits, repertoire restrictions and seasonal or age-limited workshops should be confirmed before travel.

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New Orleans Student Music Trip FAQs

Answers to common questions about New Orleans performance trips for student bands, choirs and orchestras, including performance options, applications, planning and costs.

What performance opportunities are listed for student groups in New Orleans?

The performance list on this page includes Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade, Mardi Gras Parade Performance (By Krewe Invitation) and New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint. These are planning options rather than confirmed bookings. MTC can help match the listed activities to your band, choir or orchestra; the organizer must confirm program eligibility, requirements, dates and availability.

What marching or ensemble event options can we explore around New Orleans?

The performance list includes Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade and Krewe of Rex Parade (By Invitation). Ask MTC to help identify which event fits your ensemble and travel dates. Each organizer sets its own participation rules and application deadlines. A listing does not guarantee a place, and event formats such as parades, festivals and indoor competitions differ.

What can choirs explore on a New Orleans music trip?

The listed music options include Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church (Advance Approval Required) and St. Louis Cathedral. A choral program must be appropriate for your singers, repertoire and travel dates. Religious venues, festivals and other hosts may require approval or set specific participation rules. MTC can help match confirmed activities to your choir’s educational goals.

What should orchestras consider when planning a New Orleans trip?

Orchestra trip planning should account for instrumentation, stage space, rehearsal time and equipment transport. The workshop list includes Loyola University New Orleans Music Clinics and Preservation Hall Foundation Kids in the Hall (Private Educational Jazz Experience). Confirm that the program accepts your ensemble and that facilities, clinicians and dates are available.

How do we choose a suitable music venue or program in New Orleans?

Start with your group’s instrumentation, size, repertoire and goals. The New Orleans list includes Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade and Mardi Gras Parade Performance (By Krewe Invitation), but each host may offer a different activity or program format. Confirm whether the proposed booking is an ensemble performance, an educational session or a visit before finalizing the itinerary.

Do New Orleans music activities require an application or audition?

Requirements vary by venue and organizer. Applications, auditions, repertoire approval, permits or other booking information may be needed. MTC can help identify requirements for the selected New Orleans activities and plan around deadlines. Acceptance and access must be confirmed by the relevant host.

Can our students include educational music sessions on a New Orleans trip?

The workshop section lists Loyola University New Orleans Music Clinics and Preservation Hall Foundation Kids in the Hall (Private Educational Jazz Experience). Confirm the format, intended audience, age or enrollment requirements and whether the host can accommodate a visiting school ensemble on your dates. Listed programs may differ from a private group clinic.

How far in advance should we plan a New Orleans music trip?

MTC recommends starting 12 to 18 months before your New Orleans music trip. Selective events or programs with limited dates may require earlier applications. Confirm organizer deadlines before choosing travel dates and allow time for school approval, budgeting and traveler registration.

What affects the cost of a student music trip to New Orleans?

Cost depends on group size, dates, trip length, transportation, lodging, meals, admission tickets and music activity fees. Krewe invitations, permits, repertoire restrictions and seasonal or age-limited workshops should be confirmed before travel. MTC provides a customized quote for the itinerary your group selects.

Can MTC combine music activities and sightseeing in a New Orleans itinerary?

Yes. MTC can build a New Orleans itinerary around confirmed music activities and sightseeing such as Audubon Aquarium & Insectarium and The National WWII Museum. Krewe invitations, permits, repertoire restrictions and seasonal or age-limited workshops should be confirmed before travel. The final combination depends on your goals, budget, travel time and availability.

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