Choir Tours

Why Do We Tour

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Musical Growth and Excellence​

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When a choir travels, the musical stakes are raised.

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• Performance Stamina: Performing the same repertoire in different acoustics—from resonant cathedrals to "dry" school auditoriums—forces singers to listen intensely and adapt their vocal technique.

• Intensive Focus: The days leading up to and during a tour involve concentrated rehearsal time that you simply cannot replicate in a 50-minute daily class period.

• Clinics and Exchanges: Tours often include "exchanges" with other schools or clinics with university professors, providing students with fresh perspectives and professional feedback.​

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 Building Community and "Esprit de Corps"

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​A choir is a team where the "equipment" is the human body. For the ensemble to sound its best, there must be a high level of trust.

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• Social Bonding: 24/7 interaction on buses and in hotels breaks down social barriers between grade levels and cliques.

• Shared Identity: Overcoming the challenges of travel (delayed flights, lost luggage, or "tour colds") creates a shared history that manifests as a more unified sound on stage.

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Cultural and Global Citizenship

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For many students, a choir tour might be their first time leaving their state or country.

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• Contextual Learning: Singing Mozart in Vienna or spirituals in the American South provides a historical and cultural context that a textbook cannot provide.

• Empathy through Art: Performing for diverse audiences helps students realize that music is a universal language, fostering a sense of global connection.

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Professionalism and Responsibility

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Touring is a "soft skills" boot camp.

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Students must manage:

• Punctuality: Being "five minutes early" for bus departures.

• Uniform Care: Keeping formal wear pristine while living out of a suitcase.

• Public Representation: Acting as ambassadors for their school and community in public spaces.