WYSO is excited to share an early look at a potential international performance opportunity being explored for June 2027. This experience would be a 10–11 day performance tour through England, Wales, and Ireland!
At this stage, all details are tentative, and no commitments or registrations are being requested. More information will be provided as planning continues.
Overview
We are exploring a 10–11 day performance tour in June 2027 with opportunities for WYSO students and recent alumni to perform in historic venues, experience major cultural sites, and connect with musicians abroad.
Proposed Destinations:
- London
- Oxford
- Stratford-upon-Avon
- Liverpool
- North Wales
- Kilkenny
- Killarney
- Dublin
Estimated Cost
These figures are early estimates provided by our tour operator and may change.
- Estimated Ground Tour Price: $3,850 per person
- Estimated Airfare: $1,100–$1,400 per person
Total projected cost per participant is expected to be approximately $4,950–$5,250.
Fundraising & Parent Involvement
As we explore this exciting opportunity, WYSO anticipates offering a range of fundraising options throughout 2026–2027 to help offset trip costs for families. Many of the most successful fundraising efforts stem from parents who take the lead in organizing events or forming partnerships within the community.
If you are interested in helping to organize or coordinate a fundraising project, please reach out to me directly. Parent initiative and involvement will play an important role in keeping this experience accessible for all students.
What’s Included
The following items are included in the projected tour cost:
Travel & Lodging
- Round-trip airfare (Pittsburgh → London, Dublin → Pittsburgh)
- 9 nights in 3–4 star hotels
- Breakfast daily
- Many group dinners
Transportation & Logistics
- All ground transportation by private motorcoach
- Up to $3,000 toward instrument transport and oversized baggage fees
- Full-time professional tour leader
- All tips and gratuities
- Online registration and payment platform for families
Sightseeing & Activities
Visits may include:
- Westminster Abbey
- London Eye
- West End theatre performance
- Christchurch College (Oxford)
- Shakespeare’s Birthplace (Stratford-upon-Avon)
- Beatles Story Museum (Liverpool)
- Conwy Castle (North Wales)
- Blarney Castle & Woolen Mills
- Cliffs of Moher
- Trinity College & Book of Kells
A full proposed itinerary will be shared with families during the next planning phase.
Questions?
Please feel free to reach out to Adam Gillespie, Academy Director, adam@westmorelandsymphony.org with any preliminary questions.
