Many American traditions of government, justice, religion, the arts (especially literature and music) have their roots in England. A journey to England is a discovery of our own past and this experience is enhanced by the sharing of music with appreciative audiences. A shared concert with local orchestras, choirs, brass bands, and wind ensembles is recommended as part of the American Celebration of Music in England.
England has a long history that has created traditions that will stand forever, but one notices a great forward-looking optimism in this land of Shakespeare, Milton, Dickens, Churchill, the Windsors, the Beatles, and the late Princess Diana.
A concert/festival experience in England offers a unique combination of music, history and heritage. Performance opportunities range from the most prestigious cathedrals (Westminster Abbey/St. Margaret’s, Canterbury Cathedral, York Minster) to concert halls, castle grounds, theaters and historic churches.
England offers numerous and unique opportunities for shared concerts and exchanges with local performing groups. Staying with British family hosts for several nights is a recommended option for some groups.
Annually, selected American groups are invited to share their talents in the very surroundings where Benjamin Britten, Gustav Holst, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Edward Elgar, Hubert Parry, William Byrd, and numerous other famous composers shared their’s.
Testimonials
The Cedar Rapids First Lutheran Church Choir Returns From their UK Residency
For over 30 years, Music Celebrations International (MCI) has partnered with church choirs to create meaningful, faith enriching travel and performance experiences throughout the United States and Europe. MCI’s clients benefit from 30 years of experience, networking,...
The Northern Kentucky University Chamber Choir Tours London & Edinburgh
Thank you! We had a fantastic trip to London & Edinburgh! We made so many memories! I was very happy with the entire MCI Team we worked with. One of the reasons we chose to use MCI was the detail we received and the timeliness of the responses we received when...
The Kelly Walsh High School Choir Tours Scotland
This trip was phenomenal! Hands down, this was the best trip, and I thank the MCI staff for all of your work to assist in making it so! The guided sightseeing was great! The visit to the Sheep Dog Demonstration was AMAZING and for many, the favorite...