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New York Music School Tours

Manhattan is a fast-paced, exciting metropolis offering music groups a wide range of performance venues and eclectic musical tastes, making it the ideal destination for school band trips of all abilities and genres.

This, the most populous city in the United States, is a hub of activity and significantly impacts upon many areas including commerce, media, art, fashion, technology and entertainment. It is no wonder that New York is so lovingly described as the city that never sleeps.

To create a truly memorable experience for your group, NST will arrange an itinerary that also includes many of the attractions that this amazing city has to offer, at the very best group prices.

Prices start from £1405pp


NST Music Tour Manager

NST Music Tour Manager

Accompanying and assisting you throughout your trip
Tour Assistant

Tour Assistant

Assisting you throughout your trip
Concert Assistant

Concert Assistant

Supporting you with concert organisation

Price includes

  • 4 nights’ room only accommodation
  • Return flights & airport transfers in resort
  • Organisation, venue hire & publicity for 3 concerts
  • Services of a Concert Assistant in resort
  • Extensive group travel insurance
  • 1 in 10 free place ratio

Price shown is based on 40 paying passengers departing from a London airport and is subject to availability.


On-tour support

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On-tour support includes...

Additional on-tour support available...

  • Pre-booked meals at great group prices

 


Accommodation

Popular options in New York

This is only a sample of our entire range, so for expert advice on accommodation to suit your group’s specific needs, speak to one of our Music Tour Travel Advisors.

West Side YMCA

This large youth hostel offers good value for money and excellent facilities in a nice location. Management staff have comprehensive knowledge of group requirements.

 

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Cambria Hotel

Experience the best of Chelsea at the Cambria Hotel. An excellent hotel with a gracious hub of hospitality in Manhattan, located in the heart of Chelsea. Groups are assured a comfortable stay.

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Courtyard Midtown East

An excellent hotel with a good range of facilities, located in the heart of mid town Manhattan. Groups are assured a comfortable stay.

 

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Top performance venues

Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum

Perform at the impressive Intrepid! This is an American military and maritime history museum with a collection of museum ships in New York City. It is located at Pier 86 at 46th Street in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood on the West Side of Manhattan.

The Cathedral of St John the Divine

Groups can combine a 30-minute recital with a musically themed tour of the cathedral.

St Paul’s Chapel

Due to its close proximity to the Twin Towers site, and for the part it played in the rescue effort helping survivors of 9/11, this chapel is now recognised throughout the world as St Paul’s Chapel at Ground Zero. Choirs have the opportunity to give a one-hour lunchtime concert in this very special venue.

 


Top visits

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

Explore three levels of mind-bending multi-sensory immersive experiences. With magnificent views over the Manhattan skyline, Summit takes the concept of an “observation deck” to entirely new heights.

Broadway Instrumental Clinic

Arrive with prepared material of your choice to perform for a Broadway musician during a two-hour session. The Broadway musician will then guest conduct, give constructive feedback, and help your group perform to the best of their abilities. Your group will be able to ask questions about playing in a Broadway pit, training, and how one makes the journey from playing an instrument for fun to becoming a professional musician.

Stage School Performing Arts Workshop – Making Music

Learn techniques of vocal dynamics and acting through song while working with a musical director on a piece of Broadway music. Explore the art of marrying music and drama to effectively achieve great emotional impact. Then your students have the opportunity to perform the piece they have learned with a Broadway guest performer, followed by a Q&A session.

Stage School Workshops are delivered by qualified teaching artists (so you can get involved too) and can be tailored to your chosen show, as well as your curriculum requirements.


Evening activities

  • Broadway show

Expert's comment

‘The ‘Big Apple’ has everything to offer music groups, from chorale groups to jazz bands. There is a varied range of venue types from the famous band shell in Central Park to various plazas, local schools and community centres. For groups with a more traditional programme there are a number of quality churches which welcome visiting performers and some actually encourage more diverse programmes.’


Transport

We can arrange for your group to fly from a range of UK airports and we’ll work with you to plan your route at the best value possible.

Flight


Giving you full support throughout

Before your tour

  • Dedicated NST expert from day one
  • Responsive, flexible communication - Teams, phone, or email
  • Same-day quotes
  • Trips tailored to your budget, with transparent pricing
  • Straightforward planning - we handle the details
  • Step-by-step risk assessment guidance
  • Free accommodation for group leader preview visits
  • Curriculum-driven, enriching experiences across 100s of locations
  • Unrivalled local knowledge & expertise

Whilst you're away

  • Our travel app keeps all your info in one place
  • On-tour support from our reps on the ground
  • Support & assistance from our specialists
  • 24/7 helpline and support
  • Extensive group travel insurance
  • Group-friendly accommodation
  • Free educational resources

On your return

  • Priority rebooking services
  • Loyalty reward scheme for valued customers
  • You say, we act - we're committed to continuously improving our tours