Indiana Combined Community Band Trip • June 9-16, 2027
Join us in 2027 for an Indiana Combined Community Band Ireland Performance Tour!
Perform While Traveling Internationally
The band will perform in incredible venues including St. Coleman Cathedral, St. Nicholas Cathedral and Dublin 1 Windmill Lane.
Join community band members from across the state of Indiana for our Community Musicians Abroad Ireland Performance Tour, summer of 2027. Members of community bands from other states are welcome to join the tour.
Under the direction of Professor Jay Gephart, this Musicians Abroad Community Band will be made up of instrumentalists primarily from the state of Indiana. The ensemble will have one rehearsal in central Indiana approximately six weeks prior to arrival in Dublin.
Music Travel Consultants will be handling all travel and concert arrangements while in Ireland. Participants MUST arrive in Dublin by June 9 and can depart any time after June 15. Travelers will be responsible for their transportation to and from Ireland, allowing early arrival, late departure or additional adventures in Europe.
Registration is now open for the tour. Download the Trip Informational Document here:
Instructions for registration are included in that document.
Any adult over the age of 18 and a member of your local community band is eligible for the ensemble.
Fill out the interest form on the website and plan to join us for a live zoom webinar Sunday, May 17, at 7:00 p.m. EST. Can’t attend? A recording of this webinar will be available soon after the meeting.
Land package pricing for the 2027 tour is $3,249 in a shared room. Those that prefer a single room will pay $3,999. This includes ground transportation, lodging, breakfast each day, six dinners, taxes, tips and all excursions. Airfare will be at your expense.
- All concert arrangements, music advisors and administration.
- Seven nights hotel accommodations based on sharing twin/double rooms with private w.c. bath and shower facilities, hotel details below.
- Full Irish buffet breakfast served daily
- Four evening meals served in our hotel
- One evening meal in a local restaurant
- Traditional Irish dinner at Taylors Three Rock with Irish music, song and dance
- Admissions to: Rock of Cashel, Blarney Castle, Titanic Walking Trail Cobh, Muckross House, Jaunting Carts, Bunratty Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Caherconnell Stonefort and Sheepdog Demonstration, Poulnabrone Dolman and EPIC Museum
- Guided Panoramic Tour of Dublin City
- Travel and transfers by luxury touring coach
- Services of professional driver and tour guide throughout
- All local taxes and service charges
Yes. We encourage spouses, significant others, family members and friends to join us on this trip. Pricing is the same for all travelers.
June 9, 2027
Welcome to Ireland. We will all meet near the airport to begin our journey. As we leave Dublin, we stop to visit The Rock of Cashel, a historic hilltop complex in County Tipperary, Ireland. Rising dramatically above the surrounding countryside, it was once the seat of the kings of Munster before becoming an important religious center. We continue on to Cork for dinner, rehearsal and rest.
June 10, 2027
After a traditional breakfast, we’ll make our way to Blarney Castle and the Blarney Woollen Mills. Built nearly 600 years ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy, Blarney Castle has been attracting attention ever since. Over the last few hundred years, millions have flocked to Blarney making it a world landmark and one of Ireland’s greatest treasures. Blarney Woollen Mills is a legacy stitched into the very fabric of Ireland. Established in 1823 as a working woollen mill, it once echoed with the rhythm of spinning wheels and the soft rustle of woven dreams. Cobh is on an island in Cork city’s harbour. It’s known as the Titanic’s last port of call in 1912. Cobh became an embarkation point during Ireland’s mass emigrations. We will have dinner this evening at the Commodore Hotel. The Commodore Hotel is a historic waterfront hotel in the town of Cobh, overlooking Cork Harbour. Over its 170+ years, the Commodore has been closely tied to Cobh’s maritime history—overlooking the harbour and witnessing major events, including rescue efforts after the sinking of the Lusitania. Tonight you will perform your first concert in St. Colman's Cathedral. The cathedral is dedicated to St. Colman, a 6th-century Irish saint, and remains both an active place of worship and one of Ireland’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
June 11, 2027
Enjoy a good breakfast before we begin the day's adventures. Muckross House is a 19th-century Victorian mansion located in Killarney National Park, near Killarney. Built in 1843 for the Herbert family, it is known for its elegant architecture and famously hosted Queen Victoria in 1861. Today, it is a popular heritage site showcasing historic interiors, traditional farms, and scenic gardens. Jaunting cars in Killarney are traditional horse-drawn carriages used to give scenic tours around Killarney National Park. Driven by local guides known as “jarveys,” they offer a relaxed and historic way to explore the area while hearing stories about its landscape and heritage. Enjoy some free time in Killarney.
June 12, 2027
Pack up after breakfast as we make our way to Galway. Along the beautiful drive, we'll stop at Bunratty Castle. This formidable castle, built in the 15th century, is one of Ireland's major tourist attractions. Its most important residents were the O'Briens, Earls of Thomond, who lived here from around 1500 until the 1640s. The present interior looks much as it did under the so-called "Great Earl" who died in 1624. Abandoned in the 19th century, the castle was in ruin when Lord Gort bought it in the 1950s, but it has been beautifully restored to its original state. You'll dine in the Main Guard room, now used for medieval-style dinner banquets! And there's a chance you may have to sing for your supper! We arrive in Galway, a lively cultural city on Ireland’s west coast, known for its colorful streets and strong artistic heritage. Galway sits along the Atlantic Ocean and is famous for traditional Irish music, festivals and a vibrant pub scene. Galway also serves as a gateway to the scenic Connemara region and the Wild Atlantic Way. Tonight will be our second concert.
June 13, 2027
A fun day begins with breakfast before heading out to the Cliffs of Moher. The Cliffs of Moher are a breathtaking natural wonder on Ireland’s west coast, stretching over 14 kilometers along the Atlantic Ocean. Rising up to 214 meters at their highest point, the cliffs offer dramatic views, crashing waves, and an awe-inspiring sense of scale. Popular with visitors for their rugged beauty and diverse birdlife, they’re a must-see destination that captures the wild spirit of Ireland. We then travel to Killary Sheepdog Farm. A traditional working mountain farm with approx. 200 ewes and lambs roaming freely in the mountain, you'll see spectacular scenery overlooking Killary Fjord on the Wild Atlantic Way. Poulnabrone Dolmen is a large prehistoric megalithic tomb. Situated on one of the region's most desolate and highest points, it comprises three standing portal stones supporting a heavy horizontal capstone and dates to the early Neolithic period, with estimates from 3800 and 3200 BC. A busy day will end with dinner near our hotel.
June 14, 2027
It's an early morning as we travel back to Dublin. Founded by the Vikings in the earth 9th century and one of their largest settlements outside Scandinavia, Dublin has survived plague, fire and strife with England to evolve into the cosmopolitan capital of the Republic of Ireland that it is today. Center of Irish commerce, business, education and culture, its many churches, museums, public buildings and arts offerings draw visitors from around Europe and the world. Tonight we will enjoy dinner and a show at Taylors Three Rock. The chefs prepare a traditional three-course meal prior to the show. The Taylors cast comprises of world champion Irish dancers, instrumentalists and singers.
June 15, 2027
Today is our last full day in Ireland. Our day begins with a tour through EPIC. The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin’s Docklands is a fully digital, interactive museum that explores the history and global impact of the Irish diaspora. Housed in the historic CHQ Building, it features 20 immersive galleries that delve into the stories of over 10 million Irish emigrants and their contributions worldwide. Since its opening in 2016, EPIC has been recognized as Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction multiple times, offering visitors a deep and engaging understanding of Irish heritage. We'll have plenty of time to explore all things Dublin before our final concert and Farewell Dinner.
June 16, 2027
Whether you are heading back to the US, staying for a few more days or venturing into another European country, today marks the end of an incredible performance tour of Ireland.
Itinerary updated as of 04.27.26
This international tour will be with the group from the great state of Indiana. Known for fast cars at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and as the amateur sports capital of the world, the Hoosier State is the 17th most populous state in the U.S. Musicians Abroad is proud to receive an endorsement from the Indiana Music Education Association (IMEA) and Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA).