2027 England UK

Experience of a lifetime for high school string students that have a demonstrated desire to gain an international performance tour experience. 

Join the Production!

Background

Since 1999, the Rock Infused Orchestra™ based in Wisconsin USA has brought youth string communities together to work as a group to put on a final concert production.  They work on music that is widely recognized by the masses while honing their individual technique & musicianship skills.

INVITATION

We are taking the RIO production on tour again and extending an invitation to directors, string groups, and high school string programs across the USA to be a part of an international experience.  This opportunity is ideal for like-minded high school students that are passionate about working and performing with a professional rock band on world class stages.

Well that was an amazing show! Wow! We very much enjoyed the performance! Absolutely wonderful!!!!

Thank you!

Lori N. & family

I am so proud of you all!

Sara K

TEACHER

Great show! So happy to have had this opportunity to learn about your program. You have truly inspired my 10 year old grandson!

J.M.G

Grandpa

Congratulations on an entertaining and impressive performance last night. As I process what Rock Infused Orchestra has meant to me personally, I think of things like the crowd-pleasing song selection, the opportunity for my children’s growth and performance in the summer, and what it means to the community.

Adam P.

Parent

What a great concert!

Alan S

STUDENT

Thank you so much for the experience you provided my son this summer. He had a wonderful time and learned so much. The concert last night was amazing – we had a blast!

Charles N

PARENT

We are beyond excited that our daughter has discovered the joy of music and beyond grateful for your participation and guidance in that discovery.

Tara R

PARENT

TOUR EXPERIENCE

The tour itinerary will include amazing sightseeing locations combined with on-site rehearsals to prepare for two large performances on specially designed stages complete with professional lights and sound.

The camaraderie built through traveling and performing as a group can be life changing.  We want this music tour to be transformative, equipping students with skills and experiences that will enrich their musical and personal development.

Benefits & commitment

There will be exceptional support, benefits and opportunities throughout the year:

  • Students will explore, learn & memorize a 40 minute program of diverse classic rock and pop string arrangements that are at a minimum Grade 2.5 level. All the music – score, parts, and mp3s – will be supplied (contact us to review the repertoire)
  • Meetings with the RIO musical directors both in person and via Zoom throughout the year to workshop and prepare: 1) The music 2) Stage presence 3) Audience engagement skills
  • An opportunity to work with other like-minded students and professional musicians that are passionate about performing
  • Be part of a major stage production & experience a professionally managed performance-based musical tour
  • Make new friends

Itinerary

RIO OnTour 2027 England (Subject to change):

Thu, June 10 – Depart USA to England
Fri, June 11 – Arrive London, UK
Sat, June 12 – Sightseeing Reading – Rehearsal
Sun, June 13 – Sightseeing Warwick Castle – Oxford
Mon, June 14 – Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, and Ceilidh
Tue, June 15 – Performance #1 Day Southern England
Wed, June 16 – Sightseeing London with a visit to Abbey Road Studios
Thu, June 17 – Performance #2 Day Bournemouth
Fri, June 18 – London – Fly Home
Download 2027 Itinerary PDF

DETAILS

accommodation

The accommodation is based on twin occupancy.  All rooms have en-suite facilities. Single Supplement is available upon request

Transportation

Private motor coach as per the itinerary. 

MEALS

Every effort will be made to accommodate food allergies and other reasonable food issues.

INSTRUMENT RENTAL

We are able to procure the larger instruments (cellos, basses, etc.)  There will be a rental charge for the lower strings.  Transportation of those larger instruments will be supplied.

Friends and family

Friends & family are welcome to come along.  We encourage them to come as there will be lots to experience and see in addition to the performances.

For more details, contact us:

connect(a)mcmarts.ca

Phone: 403-630-9097

RIO OnTour

is professionally managed by:

The creator of Barrage with over 40 years of experience facilitating International Arts, Education and Entertainment projects.

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