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Destination Close-Up: Germany
Step back in time as you experience the beauty, history, and warm welcome that Germany has to offer. Your travels in Germany may include storybook villages, medieval architecture, impactful experiences, and incredible performances. Wander through a fairy tale,...
Safety on Tour: Preparation and Protocols for Your AOM Tour
For over 45 years, educators and parents have chosen Bob Rogers Travel to make music and memories with their students, entrusting us with the safety of over 750,000 travelers in total, and over 50,000 students on hundreds of international trips. Safety on...
Payment Made Simple: Trip Donations and More for Your AOM Experience
Receiving a nomination for the Ambassadors of Music program is incredibly exciting for student performers. They dive into the 15-day itinerary and start dreaming of the destinations they’ll explore on this once-in-a-lifetime musical adventure. As parents,...
The Countdown: April 2026
April is here and this month’s post brings us that much closer to departure day! So far, we’ve talked travel documents, packing strategy, backpack business and more. Countdown mode is ON! But first things first… You have your passport already, right? Hopefully...
Sneak Peek: Austria
Goodbye, Germany, “hallo,” Austria! Our Austrian home for the next several days is Bad Hofgastein, a resort village nestled in the Gastein Valley of the Central Eastern Alps. In the winter, this area is a skier’s paradise, but your visit will be marked by...
The Power of Performance
Something amazing happens when students rise to the challenge of new music, in new venues alongside new friends. They grow as both performers and young adults as they work hard to make incredible music together. Whether they're delighting audiences in hallowed...
Destination Close-Up: Switzerland
Majestic mountains, mirror lakes and lush green hills are everywhere you look during your stay in Switzerland. The Swiss Alps are a stunning backdrop as you explore charming towns, a fun filled resort area and a lakeside promenade. You may even spot a medieval...
The Countdown: March 2026
Whether your backyard is still covered in snow or showing the first signs of spring, the days are officially getting longer. In fact, we’ve been gaining a little more daylight every day since the Winter Solstice in December. Things really kick into gear this month...
Meet Your New Massachusetts State Coordinator: Anna Pless
Our team welcomes Anna Pless as the new Ambassadors of Music coordinator for Massachusetts! Anna currently serves as the band director for North Attleboro Middle School, where she works with students in grades 6 through 8. She believes that music education is...
Meet Your New Michigan State Coordinator: Chris Janowiak
We are thrilled to welcome Chris Janowiak as the new state coordinator for the Michigan Ambassadors of Music. Chris experienced his first Ambassadors trip nearly 20 years ago and has been involved in the tour ever since, bringing a genuine passion for sharing the...
