Iceland is a relatively young island, only 15-18 million years old, making its geological activity one-of-a-kind. But more than geology,...

The Norman High School Band was heading to a state regional marching contest when one of our charter buses caught...

In the Plaza de Armas in Old Havana, Cuba, student musicians perspired in the tropical humidity combined with the heat of...

A conversation with the author of Travel 101: A band director's guide for planning student travelAndrew Yaracs recently retired after a...

Maximizing the Educational Travel Experience for Your Performing EnsembleTraveling abroad is a highly educational experience, especially when it comes to...

Teaching to the Test: Preparing school bands and orchestras for FestivalFrom time to time, I read articles or hear news stories...

SBO readers weigh in on the latest trends in band and orchestra travel.What’s your first choice when you think of...

During my days as a high school band member, one of my favorite events was the annual spring trip. Everything...

While a band festival can take many different forms, in every case, both students and educators should feel rewarded for...

In the microcosm of an instrumental music program, participation in a music festival is typically one of the primary highlights...