FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Outstanding high school musicians from across the United States will soon have the opportunity to perform on some of Europe’s most renowned stages. The Musicians Abroad National Honor Band & Choir, in collaboration with Music for All, will embark on its inaugural European Performance Tour in July 2027, a 12-day international experience featuring concerts in Munich, Vienna, Bratislava, and Prague.
Before departure, students and faculty will participate in a multi-day rehearsal workshop, receiving world-class instruction while building connections with fellow ensemble members. The tour will be led by Richard Saucedo and Dr. Jennifer Sengin, both highly respected conductors with extensive international experience.
Musicians Abroad, which has organized 18 previous European tours, and Music for All, nationally recognized for its advocacy and high school honor ensembles, join forces to establish what will become a recurring international honor ensemble tour every three years.
Membership in the National Honor Band & Choir is determined by audition and teacher recommendation, with selection criteria emphasizing musical excellence, character, and leadership. Auditions open December 1, 2025 and close March 31, 2026.
In addition to student performances, the 2027 tour will include a professional development program for music educators, featuring clinics and workshops. A limited number of spots will be available for teachers to participate in this unique international learning experience.
Musicians Abroad, a division of Music Travel Consultants, Indianapolis, supports the international performance dreams of student musicians nationwide. Music for All, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is one of the nation’s most influential music education advocates, known for its national festivals, performance opportunities, and educational programming.
For more information, visit https://www.musiciansabroad.com/national2027/.
