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A Band Trip To China Would Be Crazy…Right?

BandDirector — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:54:48 +0000

As a band director, you know a tradition of travel is important to your program. It helps with recruiting and retention and gives your students something to look forward to. Normally this means simple in-state trips and the occasional out-of-state trip. But once every four years we recommend your band program go big- and by ... Read More about A Band Trip To China Would Be Crazy…Right?

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How Do You Launch A Band Trip?

BandDirector — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:00:45 +0000

How Do You Launch A Band Trip? The school year is rapidly coming to a close, and you may have just returned from a Spring trip with your band. As a result, you may be thinking of where your band should go next Spring and how you can help even more students be a part ... Read More about How Do You Launch A Band Trip?

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What Should You Do With Your Band’s Baggage?

BandDirector — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:24:13 +0000

Let’s face it: your band has baggage. Not the emotional drama kind (though a couple of band parents probably have that too) we’re talking about literally transporting all the stuff you’ll need when traveling by plane. With Spring Break right around the corner, you may be wondering about the most cost-effective way to get your ... Read More about What Should You Do With Your Band’s Baggage?

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Should I Plan My Own Band Trip?

BandDirector — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 17:46:10 +0000

For many band directors, organizing a band trip is a meaningful tradition—a chance to showcase your students’ talent, bond as a group, and create lifelong memories. But when it comes time to start working on logistics, a critical question arises: Should I plan this trip myself, or work with a professional group travel company? Green ... Read More about Should I Plan My Own Band Trip?

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Spring Trip Survival Guide ‘25

BandDirector — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 14:26:42 +0000

The big spring trip is on the horizon and whether it’s your first time or thousandth time leading one, there’s always a lot to consider. But what do you really need to focus on to make your spring trip a success? We’ve broken it all down in our spring trip survival guide ‘25! 1. Keep ... Read More about Spring Trip Survival Guide ‘25

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So, You Love A Parade!

BandDirector — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 16:39:03 +0000

The Truth About Participating In America’s Most Popular Marching Spectacles. Thanksgiving gets most people thinking about turkey, but for band directors, it can get them thinking of something else: The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Maybe you’ve marched in it. Maybe you’ve only seen it on TV. Either way, we wanted to share what it’s really ... Read More about So, You Love A Parade!

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The Truth About Comps On Student Trips

BandDirector — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 16:49:48 +0000

“Band Directors Travel FREE!” Ever heard that one before? Well, it’s true. It’s an actual tradition in student group travel for the band director to travel free of cost. After all, they’re using their nights and weekends to take their students on a transformative travel experience and they just plain deserve it. But, like mama ... Read More about The Truth About Comps On Student Trips

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2024 Tips For The Most Magical Band Trip To Disney

BandDirector — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:27:48 +0000

We’ve taken a lot of bands to Disney over the years and here’s the truth: it really is the happiest place on Earth! But here’s the other thing about Disney: you want to be prepared. As the band director, you probably want your band to have the most magical trip to Disney possible, so here’s ... Read More about 2024 Tips For The Most Magical Band Trip To Disney

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How To Make Better Hotel Rooming Lists

BandDirector — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 02:51:31 +0000

Overnight band trips can be magical. They can create life-long memories for your students and oh yeah… they’re an extremely effective recruiting and retention tool for you. However, every overnight band trip needs a rooming list, and when you’re in charge of making one, it’s natural to want to seek some guidance. This article will ... Read More about How To Make Better Hotel Rooming Lists

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How Can I Make Fundraising & Online Payments Work Together When Paying for a Trip?

BandDirector — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 13:26:01 +0000

Full service tour operators should be able to make organizing a great band trip easy – including the payment for that trip. Tour companies should provide ways to accept individual online payment for each band member. However, there’s often the question: “What about fundraising and booster money?” It’s a valid question! However, we’re here to ... Read More about How Can I Make Fundraising & Online Payments Work Together When Paying for a Trip?

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