How to get decision makers on board with your school trip
The first hurdle when planning a school trip is getting the go ahead from the decision makers at your school – and we know this can sometimes be a long process. So to help you out (because we know...
Interesting facts about the Menin Gate & Last Post Ceremony
Did you know? Get the inside scoop with some interesting facts about the Menin Gate Memorial & Last Post Ceremony (Ypres, Belgium).
“Could we really perform there?” Unlikely concert venues in Belgium
Imagine stepping through the doors of a beautiful holy venue, surrounded by sacred sentiment and ready for every corner to be filled with the echoes of your ensemble. As you take your first breath to...
Top 10 things to do when visiting Prague with a group!
1. Prague Castle Covering an area of 70,000m2, Prague Castle is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city. Possibly the largest coherent castle complex in the world, make sure you leave...
Simply unforgettable venues to suit your Youth Music ensemble’s sound and style
At Rayburn Tours, providing ensembles with simply unforgettable performance opportunities is at the very heart of what we do. Taking pride in exceeding the expectations of our clients and offering a...
Merchant Taylors’ School: La Bella Vita in Lido di Jesolo & Lake Garda
Merchant Taylors’ School: La Bella Vita in Lido di Jesolo & Lake Garda An Italian Adventure Begins Earlier this year, young musicians from Merchant Taylors’ School embarked upon a musical...
A guide to branding your music ensemble
Branding is all about creating an image that captures who you are as an ensemble. It’s a feeling, an association, an identity – something that people think of when they hear your name. So to get...
How can an international concert tour benefit your youth ensemble?
Inspiration is what moves us to do something, and with everything going on right now, we could do with some. We know things are a bit different now – schools remaining closed, rehearsals moved...
