Thinking about bringing your choir, band, and orchestra overseas together? Or maybe just two of the three? At KI Concerts, we’ve helped countless programs coordinate multi-ensemble tours that create unforgettable experiences for students and directors alike. Here’s why combining your music groups is often the smartest move.
Student Overlap
Many of your students are already in multiple ensembles. Taking multiple ensembles from your whole music department means these musicians only need to commit to one trip instead of choosing between their band tour or their choir tour. It boosts accessibility for families and increases participation across trips.
Critical Mass
For smaller programs, combining ensembles gives you the numbers you need—both for compelling performances and for more favorable pricing. A 30-person orchestra and a 20-person choir suddenly become a 50-person tour, which lowers the cost for all participants.
You Can Actually Perform Together
Each ensemble can have their own spotlight moments, but you also get those thrilling full-school performances that create amazing photo opportunities and unforgettable memories.
“Students develop strong relationships across genres, strengthening the esprit de corps that defines our program. We consistently see that this shared experience—living, learning, and performing together—enriches not only their musicianship but also their understanding of what it means to be part of something larger than themselves.”
Molly Fullerton, Broadneck High School Orchestra Director
One Leader Can Spearhead
One director can take the lead, with the other directors coming along as collaborators. You don’t need every director to be present in every planning call—we know you’re busy!
“There is a greater sense of purpose when touring together rather than separately because the shared experience has led to a stronger sense of community and collective achievement in the music department. I also noticed that after the tour, it has led to increased motivation of the students to continue their music education and has boost the morale of the department as a whole.”
Maricel Riley, Los Gatos High School Vocal and Choral Activities Director
It Works for Different School Types
We have helped big schools tour with three ensembles and make huge memories, and we’ve helped small schools create unforgettable interdisciplinary experiences, growing all of their programs simultaneously.
Bonus Option: Arts Appreciation Tours
Not every trip needs to be performance-focused. Some groups travel simply to learn music history, attend professional performances, and experience a new culture.
It’s a powerful educational tool that takes pressure off a rigorous rehearsal schedule, while still providing a priceless holistic music education.
Interested in planning a multi-ensemble tour? Let’s talk about how we can bring your school’s entire music department overseas for an experience your students will never forget.
