Ohio • June 12-27, 2026
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Our inaugural international tour will be with a group from the great state of Ohio. Known as the buckeye state, Ohio was a vital state in the Underground Railroad. Rich with a history in manufacturing, they lay claim to the Rubber Capital of the World, Play-Doh and the inventor of the automobile starter. Home to the Football Hall of Fame, Ohio is the Birthplace of Aviation for the Wright brothers, who conducted their pioneering flight at Kitty Hawk.
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Friday, June 5, 2026
Get checked in to your room, meet your roommate and move into your room. The evening will include rehearsal and recreation time with your newfound friends.
Saturday, June 6, 2026
After breakfast, you’ll spend a full day in sectionals and rehearsals working on the performance literature.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Your final rehearsals occur throughout the day and culminate with a concert for your family, friends and supporters. Head home for a few days of rest and repack before your trip to Europe.
Friday, June 12, 2026
It’s up early as we depart from an international airport for your flight to Europe!
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Welcome to London! Pass through customs and grab your luggage. We will transfer and tour Windsor Castle, check in to your hotel and enjoy a nice dinner. Get some much-needed sleep!
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Enjoy the sights and sounds and learn about the city on a guided panoramic tour. You’ll have some time to lunch in Borough Market, a wholesale and retail market hall in Southwark. It is one of the largest and oldest food markets in London, dating back to at least the 12th century. The Concert Choir will perform.
Monday, June 15, 2026
After an early morning breakfast, off we go to experience the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Changing of The King’s Guard takes place in front of Buckingham Palace. Next, you’ll visit the Tower of London, officially His Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress. The Tower of London is an historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames. The Concert Band will have a performance then you’ll have a leisurely evening to enjoy the city. You might want to see a Broadway show in the West End.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
You’ll be up early to check out of the hotel as we make our way to France. Board the ferry in Dover and arrive in Calais. On to Paris and hotel check in and dinner.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Paris is the city of love and offers many sights including Notre-Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe and The Louvre Museum. Shopping and the excitement of the city abound. The Concert Choir will perform followed by a dinner cruise on the Seine River.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
After breakfast, you’ll board the coaches to travel to Versailles Palace, the summer palace of Louis XIV. Admire the state apartments, Chapel and the Hall of Mirrors. There are numerous historical buildings in Versailles, including the one in which, on September 3, 1783, the Government of British King George III, by signing the Treaty of Versailles, recognized the independence of the 13 United States. Following the Concert Band performance, we’re off to Montmartre. The charming hilltop Montmartre district, also known as La Butte, is a former artists’ village once inhabited by Picasso and Dalí, and home to the domed Sacré-Cœur basilica. Scale the many steps up to Montmartre for an amazing view of the city and wonderful dinner.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Time to load up the suitcase and board the coaches. You’ll be mesmerized by the beauty of the terrain as we travel to Switzerland. Tonight, we will have dinner in Lucerne.
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Grab a good breakfast and check out of the hotel. You’ll see breathtaking views from Mount Pilatus, a mountain massif overlooking Lucerne in Central Switzerland. It is composed of several peaks, of which the highest is named Tomlishorn. Enjoy a leisure afternoon in Lucerne.
Sunday, June 21, 2026
Today will include some sightseeing and shopping in Andermatt followed by a full ensemble concert.
Monday, June 22, 2026
Enjoy a great traditional breakfast and load your suitcase once again as we begin our travel to Salzburg. On our way, you’ll visit Neuschwanstein Castle, a 19th-century historicist palace on a rugged hill of the foothills of the Alps in the very south of Germany, near the border with Austria.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Enjoy a day of sights and sounds in Oberammergau followed by a full ensemble concert and dinner at the famous Ammergauerhaus.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Just outside Munich, you’ll experience Dachau Concentration Camp. Dachau was one of the first concentration camps built by Nazi Germany and the longest running one, opening in March of 1933. The camp was initially intended to intern Hitler’s political opponents, which consisted of communists, social democrats and other dissidents. You’ll have free time for shopping and lunch in Munich before we travel to Austria.
Thursday, June 25, 2026
After breakfast, your day of sightseeing begins with a drive along Ring Boulevard, Hofburg Palace and the State Opera. Learn why Bruckner, Brahms, Beethoven and Strauss called this Austrian capital home. Visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral and see the midday parade of historical figures at the musical Anker Clock and Central Cemetery.
Friday, June 26, 2026
Start the day with a hearty breakfast as we begin our final full day overseas. You’ll learn all about Salzburg with a guided walking tour. We’ll have our final full ensemble performance today followed by a special Farewell Dinner.
Saturday, June 27, 2026
It’s the last morning of a magnificent tour filled with experiences that will stay with you forever. We’re off to Vienna International Airport for departure. Today you will gain back the six hours you lost on your flight to London many days ago! We return to the U.S. excited, enthused and exhausted yet enriched.
Itinerary updated as of 01/29/25
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.
Thursday, May 15, 2025
7:00 PM
Greenville Middle School
1111 North Ohio Street, Greenville, OH 45331
HOST: Brian McKibben
Saturday, May 17, 2025
11:00 AM
Tusky Valley HS
2629 Tusky Valley Rd NE
Zoarville, OH 44656
HOST: Merri Gensley
Saturday, May 17, 2025
4:00 PM
Berea-Midpark HS
165 E. Bagley Rd., Berea, OH 44017
HOST: Brett Benzin
Saturday, May 17, 2025
7:00 PM
Mentor HS
6477 Center St, Mentor, OH 44060
HOST: Ben & Amanda McMurtrie
Tuesday, MAY 20, 2025
7:00 PM
Pettisville HS
232 Summit St. Pettisville, OH 43553
HOST: Duane Beck
Friday, May 23, 2025
7:00 PM
Wayne HS
5400 Chambersburg Rd, Huber Heights, OH 45424
HOST: Kirsten Showers
Saturday, May 24, 2025
11:00 AM
Nagel MS
1500 Nagel Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45255
HOST: Chad Sheridan, Toby Biederman
Saturday, May 24, 2025
2:00 PM
Walnut Hills HS
3250 Victory Pkwy, Cincinnati, OH 45207
HOST: Richard Canter
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
7:00 PM
Sandusky HS
2130 Hayes Avenue, Sandusky, OH 44870
HOST: Danny Klohn
Friday, May, 30, 2025
7:00 PM
Waverly HS
1 Tiger Dr., Waverly, OH 45690
HOST: Zachary Ross
Saturday, May 31, 2025
11:00 AM
Hillliard Davidson HS
5100 Davidson Rd., Hilliard, OH 43026
HOST: Jushua Dufford
Saturday, May 31, 2025
2:00 PM
Miami East Local Schools
3825 N. State Route 589, Casstown, OH 45312
HOST: Omar Lozano
Monday, June 2, 2025
7:00 PM
Sylvania Northview HS
5403 Silica Dr, Sylvania, OH 43560
HOST: Nathan Heath
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
7:00 PM
Bath HS
2850 Bible Road Lima, OH 45801
HOST: Stephen Hanhold
Meetings updated as of 04.21.25
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