Author - Audrey Scrogham

Featured Destination: Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH, is the perfect blend of performance opportunities, engaging museums and immersive history.   Main Event Arcade games, obstacle courses and escape rooms provide an opportunity for collaboration, relaxation and group bonding.   Clinic at the University of Cincinnati Students can visit the Corbett Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Cincinnati for...

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Students Embark on International Performance Tours

The Music Travel Consultants family of brands is pleased to announce this summer's Musicians Abroad international student performance tours! With performance destinations across Europe, student musicians will soon experience the trip of a lifetime. High school band, orchestra and choir students were nominated by their directors for this experience based on...

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Finalists and Winners of 2025 MSBOA Outstanding Soloist Competition

Sixteen adjudicators and 111 students came together at Eastern Michigan University this month for the 2025 MSBOA Outstanding Soloist Competition. MSBOA announced that 15 finalists were selected for this year's competition. (Garrett Ernst/MSBOA) From left to right, finalists included Mia Bayardo (HH Dow HS) on string bass, Matthew Dyson...

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Operations, Development and Finance Teams Thrive

Three talented women lead the Operations, Development and Finance teams for the MTC Family of Brands. Read more about their impact below. In seven years with MTC’s Operations team, Jeni Burgett has built a career around organization and efficiency. With a background in accounting and finance, her ability to manage complex...

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Fritz’s Student Adventure Trips

For both the young and young at heart, Fritz’s student adventure trips in The Colony, Texas, promise incomparable adventure. The all-weather, indoor/outdoor adventure park and family attraction offers 100,000 square feet of explorable space – all year round. Fittingly named after the courageous eldest son from the novel,...

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Gilroy Gardens: Where Students Can Perform, Learn and Play

For over 25 years, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park has been a magical destination where students can experience a unique blend of education and entertainment. Nestled in the scenic town of Gilroy, California, this enchanting, 536-acre park offers a distinctive opportunity for teachers to inspire their students...

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Grand Nationals Showcases Best and Brightest

Lucas Oil Stadium is still echoing after three days of incredible performances by some of the best and brightest student performers in the nation. Bands of America Grand Nationals last month was the largest event in BOA history. “We are thrilled to have hosted the largest Grand National...

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Preparing for Show Choir Competition Day with Pendleton Heights HS

Show choir competition events, like Heart of America, showcase the end product of months of preparation. Pendleton Heights HS (IN) Choral Director Erin Archer shares the dedication and hard work it takes to make it to competition day. The Pendleton Heights HS Show Choir program practices two times...

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Join Us at The Midwest Clinic

We are excited to celebrate music educators at The Midwest Clinic. The Midwest Clinic International Band, Orchestra and Music Conference offers guests interested in music education an array of clinics and exhibits, as well as access to music and teaching icons. The conference will also focus on industry...

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