Arizona • June 12-28, 2027
Welcome to Arizona Musicians Abroad
You can be an international performer!
Musicians Abroad is accepting nominations for our 2027 European Performance Tour. Selected student musicians will travel for two weeks through several European countries while performing alongside other incredible student performers. Nominees should be current grade eight through 2027 graduates.
We will visit: Czech Republic, Austria, Germany, Switzerland, France and United Kingdom (Optional Extension)
Our Musicians Abroad tour provides time for sightseeing, local culture, shopping and cuisine. Planes, trains and charter coaches will all be utilized during your tour. The band and choir ensembles will perform in incredible venues in several countries.
Musicians Abroad selects educators from the top music directors in your state or region with proven success and a commitment to encouraging students to be their best.
The Nominate a Student button allows teachers to submit single nominations. It is also perfect for students or parents to self-nominate.
Selection criteria are focused on both the student's musical excellence as well as their character and maturity. We encourage music educators to nominate multiple students at once. It is common for directors to submit the entirety of their top ensembles, including those students who are seniors graduating this spring as they are still eligible to participate after completing their freshman year of college.
The Nominate Multiple Students button provides an Excel sheet download. Complete the required data for as many of your top students as you like. Complete the short form and attach the Excel file and click submit to complete.
Saturday, June 12, 2027
Get checked in for camp. The day will include rehearsals and time to meet your newfound friends.
Sunday, June 13, 2027
You’ll spend a full day in sectionals and rehearsals working on the performance literature. The day will culminate with a concert for your family, friends and supporters.
Monday, June 14, 2027
Your final rehearsals occur throughout the day as we finish up camp and prepare to leave the USA. Get packed and ready before bed.
Tuesday, June 15, 2027
It’s up early as we depart from an international airport for your flight to Europe!
Wednesday, June 16, 2027
Upon arrival, take in the Prague Old Town Guided Walking Tour. Stroll through the historic heart of the city, showcasing centuries of art, architecture and stories. You’ll explore landmarks like the Old Town Square, with its famous Astronomical Clock, the Church of Our Lady before Týn and the Baroque St. Nicholas Church. The tour typically winds through narrow medieval streets, along the Royal Route, past the Powder Tower and often includes the Jewish Quarter (Josefov) with its synagogues and old cemetery.
Thursday, June 17, 2027
Start the morning with a hearty breakfast before our day of sights. This morning's visit to the Prague Castle District will include visits to the St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace and the Golden Lane. After dinner, delight the crowd during your first concert performance.
Friday, June 18, 2027
Pack up and get some breakfast before we leave for Austria. Along the way, we make a stop at Melk Abbey. Melk Abbey, as it stands today, was constructed in the 1700's and is considered one of the most beautiful baroque buildings in the world. Designed by Jakob Prandtauer with a grand view over the Danube, it sits on the ancestral home of the Babenberg dukes (from the 10th-Century). The Benedictines assumed control of the castle in the late 11th-Century and it has operated as their monastery ever since. We arrive in Schladming to check into our hotel and dinner before getting a good night rest.
Saturday, June 19, 2027
After breakfast we’ll ride The Planai cable car (Planai Seilbahn) as it takes us from the center of Schladming up to the well-known Planai mountain, one of the main peaks of the Schladminger 4-Berge-Skischaukel. As the gondola lifts off, you get an immediate view over the traditional Alpine town, with its chalet rooftops, church spire and the Enns Valley stretching below. The ride is smooth and quiet, with large modern cabins that offer panoramic windows on all sides. Enjoy an afternoon of sights and prepare for our concert in an outdoor venue.
Sunday, June 20, 2027
After breakfast at the hotel, we’re off to Germany. We will stop to visit Herrenchiemsee Palace. This grand 19th-century palace built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria, is on an island in Lake Chiemsee, southern Germany. Inspired by the Palace of Versailles, it was intended to glorify absolute monarchy and features lavish Baroque-style rooms, expansive formal gardens and an opulent Hall of Mirrors. Although never fully completed, it remains one of Germany’s most impressive royal residences. We will check into our hotel in Southern Bavaria and enjoy dinner.
Monday, June 21, 2027
Grab breakfast at the hotel and load the coaches for our trip to Munich. Just northwest of Munich lies KZ Gedenkstätte Dachau, the infamous concentration camp that became the model for all other camps established by the Nazi regime across Europe. From its famous motto, inscribed in iron over the camp entrance, "Arbeit Macht Frei" (work makes (you) free), to its now-restored barracks, and to memories of its fine camp orchestra, a visit to Dachau gives insight into the horrors visited on political prisoners, people of the Jewish Faith, Romani peoples, and others prior to and during the Second World War. While it was in operation, more than 200,000 prisoners from over 30 countries passed through Dachau's main gate. U.S. Forces liberated the camp in April 1945. We return to Oberammergau for dinner and a concert at Ammergauerhaus.
Tuesday, June 22, 2027
Enjoy a traditional breakfast before we head to Switzerland. Tonight, we take a scenic train ride to the top of the mountain for dinner, dancing, hiking and incredible views.
Wednesday, June 23, 2027
We are up early for breakfast then off to the Cog Railway leading to Zermatt. The Matterhorn is one of the most iconic mountains in the Alps, known for its striking pyramidal shape and sharply defined ridges. Straddling the border between Switzerland and Italy, it rises to 4,478 meters (14,692 ft). Its dramatic silhouette dominates the resort town of Zermatt, making it a symbol of the Swiss Alps and a popular destination for climbers, hikers and sightseers. After dinner in the village, we return to Villars for some rest.
Thursday, June 24, 2027
Today is a relaxed day to spend exploring the Villars area. We will also perform a concert in the area and enjoy a Swiss Folklore Fondue Dinner.
Friday, June 25, 2027
Make sure to pack all your souvenirs and enjoy a wonderful breakfast before we make our way to France. Tonight we will have dinner in Paris.
Saturday, June 26, 2027
It's an action packed day after breakfast as we visit the sights of Paris. The Louvre Museum is the world's largest art museum and a historic monument renowned for its vast collection of art and artifacts. It houses thousands of works, including masterpieces like Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" and Eugène Delacroix's "Liberty Leading the People." The Louvre's stunning glass pyramid entrance and its rich history as a former royal palace make it a must-visit cultural landmark. Notre Dame has been restored and is a breathtaking visit for all travelers. Today we will have concerts in Luxembourg Gardens for the band and the choir will perform in Madeleine Church. After dinner, we climb the steps to Montmartre, first a sacred hill (Roman temples and then the abbey), also the political hillside from Henri IV to the Commune, has preserved its cultural and artistic identity by welcoming the greatest painting movements of the 19th and 20th-century: Impressionism, Cubism, Fauvism, Futurism, Surrealism.
Sunday, June 27, 2027
Today is another busy day as we transfer to Versailles, after breakfast at the hotel. The opulent Palace of Versailles is a symbol of the grandeur of the French monarchy and a masterpiece of 17th-century architecture and design. The palace, famously expanded and embellished by King Louis XIV, features stunning gardens, an intricate Hall of Mirrors and elaborate royal apartments, drawing millions of visitors each year. Beyond the palace, Versailles is a picturesque city with charming streets, vibrant markets and cultural sites that reflect its rich historical heritage and artistic legacy. You’ll have time this afternoon to explore Paris. Don’t miss The Eiffel Tower, an iron tower built on the Champ de Mars beside the River Seine in Paris. It is the tallest structure in Paris and among the most recognized symbols in the world. Named after its designer, engineer Gustave Eiffel, and erected as the gateway to the World's Fair of 1889, it is a premier tourist destination. Nearby attractions or places of interest include the Jardins du Trocadero, the Hotel des Invalides and other shopping and cafes! We finish off the night with a special farewell dinner cruise along the Seine River!
Monday, June 28, 2027
If you decide to add one more stamp to your passport, load the Eurostar Train as we zoom across the channel to London and the United Kingdom. We'll enjoy a guided bus tour of the city before dinner and leisure time.
Monday, June 28, 2027
If you decide to add one more stamp to your passport, load the Eurostar Train as we zoom across the channel to London and the United Kingdom. We'll enjoy a guided bus tour of the city before dinner and leisure time.
Tuesday, June 29, 2027
After breakfast at the hotel, we transfer to the Tower of London. Standing guard by the River Thames, The Tower is an impressive London landmark. Discover the secrets that lie within its walls, marvel at the breathtaking Crown Jewels, stand on the site where three English queens were beheaded and explore the myths and legends that make a visit to The Tower a memorable day out. Enjoy dinner in the city and find space for all your souvenirs as we pack to return back to the states.
Wednesday, June 30, 2027
It’s the last morning of a magnificent tour filled with experiences that will stay with you forever. We’re off to Heathrow Airport for departure. Today you will gain back the six hours you lost on your flight to Europe many days ago! We return to the U.S. excited, enthused and exhausted yet enriched.
Itinerary updated as of 03.12.26
In general, you should plan to attend the meeting nearest your home. If you can't make the meeting nearest your home, you may attend any other meeting that fits your schedule. We do encourage students and parents to take advantage of the earliest meeting date possible. Meetings will last approximately one hour. During the meeting, you will meet the music directors and local staff.
Sunday, April 26, 2026
7:00 PM
Catalina Foothills HS - Auditorium
4300 E Sunrise Dr,
Tucson, AZ 85718
Host: Rene Shane-Boyd
Sunday, May 3, 2026
6:00 PM
Mountain View Mesa HS - Auditorium
2700 E Brown Rd,
Mesa, AZ 85213
Park in southeast or northeast
parking lot
Host: Julie Trent
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
6:00 PM
Glendale HS - Auditorium
6216 W Glendale Ave,
Glendale, AZ 85301
Park in the mail lot on
Glendale Ave and 63rd Ave
Host: Adam Risch
Saturday, May 9, 2026
2:00 PM
Flagstaff HS - Band Room
400 W Elm Ave,
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Host: Rick McEnaney
Monday, May 11, 2026
6:00 PM
Desert Ridge HS - Lecture Hall
10045 Madero Ave,
Mesa, AZ 85209
Park in the south student lot and proceed through the gates
Host: Stephanie Campbell
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
6:00 PM
Boulder Creek HS - Auditorium
40404 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy,
Anthem, AZ 85086
Host: Kirk Douglas
Thursday, May 14, 2026
7:00 PM
Corona del Sol HS - Auditorium
1001 E Knox Rd,
Tempe, AZ 85284
Park in the large parking lot
near the auditorium on the
north side of the school
Host: David DuPlessis
Friday, May 15, 2026
6:00 PM
Casa Grande Union HS - Auditorium
2730 N. Trekell Rd.
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
Enter campus off McCartney Rd
Host: Martin Hebda
Sunday, May 17, 2026
2:00 PM
Rincon University HS - Auditorium
421 N Arcadia Ave,
Tucson, AZ 85711
Enter and park on Arcadia Ave
Host: Jeff Marchant
Meetings updated as of 03.05.26
This international tour will be with a group from the great state of Arizona. Best known for the Grand Canyon, Arizona is the 14th most populous state. With much of the terrain desert, the state bird is the cactus wren and flower the saguaro cactus blossom. Famous for fry bread, chimichangas and Sonoran hot dogs, you’ll find plenty of good eats in the Grand Canyon State.