North Texas • June 13-28, 2027
Welcome to North Texas 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 and Italy
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.
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.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
6:30 PM
Richardson HS - Band Room
1250 W Belt Line Rd., Richardson, TX 75080
Enter off Dogwood Dr (west side of the school) and park in the lot at the corner of Belt Line and Dogwood. Enter the Band Hall through the door marked “Band Hall” (Door #15), facing Dogwood Drive.
Host: Chris Bronson
Sunday, May 3, 2026
2:00 PM
Braswell HS - Band Room
26750 US Highway 380 E, Aubrey, TX 76227
Park in the front parking lot. Enter through the front entrance labeled Auditorium.
Host: Aaron Snipes
Sunday, May 3, 2026
6:00 PM
Allen HS - Band Room
300 Rivercrest Blvd, Allen, TX 75002
Follow signage to band room
Host: Alex Baczewski
Monday, May 4, 2026
6:00 PM
McCray Music Building - Meadows Recital Hall
110 Baylor Ave, Waco, TX 76798
Enter through main lobby and follow signs to Recital Hall.
Host: Eric Wilson
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
6:30 PM
Rock Hill HS - Choir Room #1300
16061 Coit Rd., Frisco, TX 75035
Park in front of the school main lot off of Coit. Enter through the main entrance. Follow signage to choir room.
Host: Josh McGuire
Monday, May 11, 2026
6:30 PM
The Colony HS - Band Room
4301 Blair Oaks Dr., The Colony, TX 75056
Park in the teachers parking lot on the north side of the building and enter through the commons. Someone will be there to direct everyone to the band hall.
Host: Mike Larkin
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
6:30 PM
Little Elm HS - Band Hall
1900 Walker Ln., Little Elm, TX 75068
Park on the East side of the school. You will see the marching band tower and band trailers. Enter through exterior door #44.
Host: Laura Sturch
Monday, May 18, 2026
6:30 PM
Lake Highlands HS - HUB/Cafeteria
9449 Church Rd., Dallas, TX 75238
Park in the lot off Church Road that is located between the stadium and the auditorium. If you’re coming down Church Road west bound from Plano, go just past the main campus building, turn right after the auditorium. Look for the band tower as a landmark then turn right into the lot. If you’re coming down Church Road east bound from Skillman St, go past the stadium and turn left into the lot. You’ll see a “Home of the Wildcats” mural at the top of the building. Park anywhere in the lot and head to the northeast corner towards the building. Look for the glass doors at the top of the steps. Once inside follow the signs left into the HUB/Cafeteria.
Host: Aaron Singleton
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:30 PM
McKinney HS - Band Hall
1400 Wilson Creek Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75069
Please enter the parking lot from the south side of the building off Wilson Creek Parkway next to the school marquee. The Band Hall is located behind the south right-hand side of the building, between the Auditorium and the Natatorium and JV Practice Stadium. We are across from Towne Lake and you will see the marching band tower. You may park anywhere in the nearby lot. You may enter directly through the Band Hall at Door 34.
Host: Brandon Fisher
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
6:30 PM
Royse City HS - Band Room
700 FM 2642, Royse City, TX 75189
Follow signs to the band room for the meeting.
Host: Jason Webb
Meetings updated as of 03.27.26
Sunday, June 13, 2027
Get checked in for camp. The day will include rehearsals and time to meet your newfound friends.
Monday, June 14, 2027
After breakfast, you’ll spend a full day in sectionals and rehearsals working on the performance literature.
Tuesday, June 15, 2027
Your final rehearsals occur throughout the day as we finish up camp and prepare to leave the USA. The day will culminate with a concert for your family, friends and supporters. Get packed and ready before bed.
Wednesday, June 16, 2027
It’s up early as we depart from an international airport for your flight to Europe!
Thursday, June 17, 2027
We'll arrive early today and immediately 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.
Friday, June 18, 2027
Start the morning with a hearty breakfast before we begin 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 our first concert performance.
Saturday, June 19, 2027
Pack up and get some breakfast before we leave for Vienna. Along the way, we make a stop at Cesky Krumlov. Built around a curve of the Vltava River, Ceský Krumlov is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has changed little since the 16th century. Its narrow cobblestone streets, colorful houses and red-tiled roofs create a storybook atmosphere that draws visitors from around the world.
Sunday, June 20, 2027
After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll explore the Musicians’ Section (Ehrengräber der Musiker), where legendary figures such as Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms and Johann Strauss II are buried together. The tour often highlights their lives, friendships, and influence on Vienna’s rich musical heritage. Vienna City Centre (Innere Stadt) is the historic and cultural heart of Austria’s capital — a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with imperial architecture, grand boulevards and elegant cafés. Encircled by the Ringstrasse boulevard, the city centre is where old-world grandeur meets modern life. It’s compact and walkable, making it ideal for exploring on foot. The area reflects centuries of Habsburg rule, showcasing magnificent palaces, churches and museums. Tonight, you'll perform in the MuTH Concert Hall.
Monday, June 21, 2027
After breakfast, we'll spend some time in Vienna. Built in the 18th century, Schönbrunn Palace served as the royal summer retreat for Empress Maria Theresa, Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth (Sisi). The palace reflects the opulence and power of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, featuring richly decorated state rooms and lavish gardens inspired by Versailles. The Haus der Musik is an interactive sound and music museum in Vienna’s historic city centre, celebrating Austria’s world-famous musical heritage and the science of sound. Opened in 2000, it’s housed in the former palace of Archduke Charles, near the Vienna State Opera.
Tuesday, June 22, 2027
After breakfast at the hotel, we’re off to Germany. We'll make a stop in Salzburg to visit the birthplace of Mozart and enjoy some time in the city center. We will check into our hotel in Garmisch and enjoy dinner.
Wednesday, June 23, 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.
Thursday, June 24, 2027
Enjoy a traditional breakfast before we head to Switzerland. We make a lunch stop in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein. The city offers a pleasant break surrounded by Alpine scenery and small-town charm. Dinner tonight will be in Andermatt.
Friday, June 25, 2027
Mount Pilatus is a majestic mountain overlooking Lucerne, Switzerland, famous for its dramatic peaks, panoramic views and legendary tales. Rising to about 2,128 meters (6,982 feet), Pilatus offers breathtaking vistas of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps. According to legend, the mountain was once haunted by dragons — adding a mythical charm to its natural beauty. Enjoy a traditional Swiss meal with entertainment today in Lucerne. Tonight we will present a concert performance.
Saturday, June 26, 2027
Make sure to get a good breakfast as we leave today for Milan. We stop in Lake Como for lunch then make our way to our destination for some leisure time.
Sunday, June 27, 2027
Today includes a wonderful day of sights in Milan, host of the 2026 Winter Olympics. You'll have a guided tour of the city including the Duomo Cathedral. Shopping and cafés are everywhere. We will have our Farewell Lunch followed by our final concert.
Monday, June 28, 2027
It’s the last morning of a magnificent tour filled with experiences that will stay with you forever. We’re off to Milan International 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.
Monday, June 28, 2027
If you decided to add a few more days in Italy, we transfer to Venice.
Tuesday, June 29, 2027
Enjoy the sights of Venice.
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 Venice International 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 03.31.26
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.
This international tour will be with a group from North Texas. The ensembles include participants centered around the metropolitan areas of Dallas and Fort Worth, as far west as Lubbock and Amarillo, south to Waco and Killeen and east to the Texas border. These areas of Texas are known for their iconic cowboy culture, delicious Tex-Mex cuisine and thriving arts scene. You’ll find the Dallas Museum of Art and plenty of fascinating history that is deeply rooted in the oil industry. Proud to be the Lone Star State, Texas ranks 2nd in size and population in the U.S.