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Reviews from Music Directors on Concert Tours

As groups return from their travel programs, we are always heartened to read the latest comments that are noted on the tour evaluation forms or e-mailed directly to us. We hope that you find these comments useful as you consider Casterbridge.

“Our children’s choir traveled with Casterbridge to Scotland and most recently to Austria and Germany. Every aspect of both trips was handled extremely well, but in both cases I was especially impressed with the historical, architectural, and acoustical quality of our concert venues and with Casterbridge’s ability to attract a sizable number of enthusiastic people to the concerts. How wonderful for the children to share their music with appreciative audiences!”
S.S. – Group Leader – Performing Tour to Austria and Germany

“Our travel with Casterbridge was simply the best I have experienced in a long time. The pre & post trip communication was top-notch, the sight seeing agenda was superbly organized, our accommodations were elegant and the food at every hotel was fantastic. Our guide was with us 24/7 from arrival to departure and was knowledgeable in every aspect of our tour. The performance venues were classy and the audiences were great. We could not have asked or hoped for a better trip overseas”
T.C. – Band Director – WI – Performing Tour to the United Kingdom

“It is extremely difficult to express how completely satisfied I was with our recent tour with your company to Germany and Austria. Every aspect of the tour; from airline connections to hotels; meals to sightseeing tours; and, of course, our performances were handled with professionalism and pride. Everyone on the tour had a wonderful time, including all of the chaperones. Your escorts were fantastic, and connected with both the students and adults. Our performance venues were wonderful, and the time frames involved with each of the performances allowed the choir to feel as though they were truly there to perform, especially when they witnessed the advertising that you did for them, creating an audience.”
J.W. – High School Concert Choir – NJ

“Thank you for all you did. All the details were handled with care. No stone left unturned when exploring the possibilities. And the result was a trip of outstanding quality. Even the chaperones, all of whom have traveled extensively talked about how it was one of the best experiences they have ever had!”
R.G. – Music Director – CT – Performing Tour to Italy

“We’ve never had as good publicity as what Casterbridge provided! This trip has brought the band together on a personal level, something that has never happened before. The trip may be over, but the spirit of being a group and not just a collection of musicians who rarely talk to each other lives on. Thank you, and when we plan our next big trip to Europe, we will be sure to contact you!”
D.C. – Concert Band Director – VA – Performing Tour to Britain

“The Leipzig International Choral Festival was the experience of a lifetime. To sing in the Gewandhaus and in Bach’s own church is something I will never forget—it’s like standing on hallowed ground. To hear the choirs from Germany, Switzerland, England and the USA sing music that they passionately believe in broadened our appreciation of the power of music. To sing for enthusiastic audiences in beautiful acoustics is a real treat. Casterbridge Tours could not have done a better job in organizing and running this festival, and I would definitely book with them in the future.”
J.C. – Choir Director – NC – Leipzig International Choral Festival

“Every single member of the group, without exception, had nothing but the highest praise for the festival – the concerts, the accommodations, the workshops, all of it. Many said they were ready to come again next year.”
D.T. – Choir Director – MA – Leipzig International Choral Festival

“We had a lovely experience thanks to your hard work, the work of the staff in the UK and Janet and Eleanor as well. The choir did well with such an awesome responsibility! The people of Wells were so welcoming! The hotel staff was lovely at White Hart and Ancient Gatehouse. We could not believe the hospitality of the cathedral staff and the wonderful guides at so many of the sites. It was a pleasure and an experience we will treasure!”
C.K. -Director of Music – TX

“The performances at Capital Wesleyan, the Basilica, and the Medical Center were wonderful, and we regretted that we couldn’t spend more time with each of them. My kids said that this was ‘the best trip ever and that is an indication that it was a successful tour. I thoroughly enjoyed it. We enjoyed all of the sight-seeing, and the kids loved the whale watch. I will plan to use Casterbridge again in the future.”
C.L. – Choir Director – IN

“I cannot begin to thank you for organizing such a fantastic experience. From the moment we walked off the plane to the moment we said goodbye to our Tour Manger we had the trip of a lifetime! The concert venues were terrific, the tour guide knowledgeable, the food outstanding and the hotels perfect.”
J.P. – High School Choral Director – OH

“I just wanted to let you know that our tour to Ireland was wonderful!!! The weather was good, the people were friendly, and the performances went very well. I would like to thank you for your professional handling of our tour. I would definitely book another trip with Casterbridge in the future. It is a wonderful company to work with.”
J.S. – High School Choir – NJ

“I just wanted to let you know how pleased I was with the concert venues on our recent England concert tour. The audiences were very appreciative, and of course singing in Bath Abbey and Christ Church Oxford thrilled everyone. Our final concert appearance at the Royal Military School of Music is an experience that none of us will ever forget. Thanks for your help. We were extremely pleased with every aspect of Casterbridge Tours during our trip. I certainly will be using your company again. The tour certainly met and exceeded my expectations. The venues and pacing of the trip were excellent. Everything was handled very smoothly and efficiently.”
M.L. – High School Choral Ensemble – DE

“Our entire group sends many thanks for your planning and support of our choral tour during March. Just one week ago tonight we all gathered at the church for show and tell of many interesting snap shots & videos. It was quite obvious that a good time was had by all. Thanks again for all your help. Our group had an excellent experience and a great bonding with your personnel – Robert, Simon and Alan as well as with one another.”
D.D. – Church Choir – NY

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