2026 American Choral Festival | San Antonio

2026 American Choral Festival

San Antonio, Texas

April 11, 2026

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Perform and Learn in Sunny

Southern California

Saturday, April 11, 2026

San Antonio, Texas

Known as the "heart of Texas charm," San Antonio invites visitors to experience its rich history and vibrant culture. Home to the iconic Alamo and the enchanting River Walk, this city blends timeless landmarks with modern attractions, creating a unique backdrop for exploration and inspiration. Beyond these celebrated sites, San Antonio offers immersive cultural festivals, exciting culinary options, and the thrill of theme parks like Six Flags Fiesta Texas and SeaWorld. It's a destination where every group's journey is filled with unforgettable moments and harmonious adventures.

American Choral Festival

Crafted and produced by Choirs of America, the American Choral Festival stands apart as a groundbreaking advancement in choral festival programming and educational experiences. We warmly invite you and your choir to join us under the sunny skies of Southern California for this inspiring and memorable event!

Festival Inclusions

What Your Group Will Do:

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

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Adjudicated Performance

Using the most current, criterion-referenced standards, our high-magnitude adjudicators will provide you and your ensemble with detailed, written feedback about your performance. If you don't want to be adjudicated, no problem. Simply request a Comments Only Performance.

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Detailed One-Hour Clinic

After your performance, one of our world-class Teaching Artists will work with you and your ensemble for a detailed and engaging clinic based on your adjudicated performance.

03

xChange: A Meeting of Voices

Join with other choirs for an engaging, fun opportunity to sing with and for other participating choirs from across the country.

04

Pen-to-Podium Workshop

Work with COA's Composer-in-Residence as your choir journeys from pen to podium during this workshop. Engage your singers in the creative process and industry of composition from start to finish with some new music you won't want to miss!

What Your Group Will Also Get:

FESTIVAL DETAILS

In addition to the Festival Highlights listed above, you and your ensemble will also benefit from:

Observation opportunities (watch other groups perform);
Written comments and adjudication (or comments only) form... click here for our rubric;
Audio recording of your adjudicated performance;
Commemorative, personalized participation plaque; and
Memories to last a lifetime!

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Festival Rate...

♬ Performer Rate: $95.00 per person

♬ Directors and Chaperones: Free

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Sample Itinerary

Day One

Travel Day to SoCal
Meet your Dedicated Harmony Tours Guide(s)
Check into Hotel
Inclusive Group Dinner

Day Three

Group Breakfast at Hotel
Spend the day visiting Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Inclusive Group Dinner

Day Five

Group Breakfast at Hotel
Travel Home

Day Two

Group Breakfast at Hotel
Visit Alamo (optional performance)
Explore SeaWorld
Inclusive Group Dinner on the San Antonio River Walk

Day Four

Group Breakfast at Hotel
Participate in the American Choral Festival - San Antonio
Free time to explore San Antonio River Walk
Inclusive Group Dinner

Customize Your Tour

We have a ton of other ideas and options. Contact us to create and customize the perfect tour itinerary for you and your group!

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FAQs

Got a question? We’re here to help.

Can I have more than one ensemble perform?

Absolutely!
Can I see your adjudication rubric?

Sure. Here they are...

Concert Band Standards and Rubric (click here)
Orchestra Standards and Rubric (click here)
Choir Standards and Rubric (click here)
What is the festival cost?

The American Choral Festival is $95.00 per performer. Director's, collaborative pianists, and chaperones are free.
Do I use my own repertoire?

Yes.
Is my group required to adjudicate?

No.

"We had a wonderful time! Great trip, wonderful guide, fun festival!"

- Hawaii tour and festival participant from the Seattle Children's Chorus

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"We had an incredible choir tour with Harmony Tours!!! It feels so good to travel with these incredible humans! Mahalo Hawaii!"

- Kimberly R, Choir Director, Green Valley High School

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"It was a wonderful trip. Well organized. Friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. Great sites and meals. Thank you!!!

- Seattle tour participant from Sheldon High School
Thank you for coordinating the Band's tour to Orlando. My daughter had a great time and I felt like she was well taken care of."

- Kirsten H, Tour Participant Mom

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"THANK YOU for making our dreams come true. We could not have done this without you!"

- Steve P, Band Director, Tournament of Roses Parade Band

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"Such a fabulous and fun day with my Chamber Singers at the Choirs of America Festival today!"

- Laura R, Choir Director, Chino Hills High School

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"The experience of performing in the esteemed Carnegie Hall was awe-inspiring and will have a lasting impact on me, and the choir."

- Marshall W, Artistic Director, Voices of Unity Youth Choir

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"After 7 trips to Carnegie Hall, I can say I enjoyed yours the most!"

Bonnie G, Director Emeritus, Royal High School Choir

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"Your format for this festival does have a positive effect on the teachers and choirs choosing to attend your event."

- Dr. Andre Thomas

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"Singing at Carnegie Hall constituted one of the most intense moments of my life."

- Choral Participant, COA Nationals for Top Choirs

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"We are still flying high from a wonderful weekend with Choirs of America and Dr. Z. Randall Stroope in the magnificent Carnegie Hall!"

- Trish J, Artistic Director, New Jersey Youth Chorus
"Great tour guide. Jam-packed fun and very well-organized. Thank you!"

- Rowena C, Tour Participant

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"We had an absolutely incredible time!!! Everything was so organized. We will definitely use your company again and again!"

- Kim R, Tour Participant

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"Such an amazing experience, so many activities, so much to see and we saw it all! Great hotel, comfortable and restful! We will definitely use Harmony Tours again!"

- New York City performing arts group tour participant from Central Valley Christian School
"Our son had an amazing experience that he will remember for the rest of his life. The entire trip was very well organized. It was impressive."

- Parent of NYC tour and festival participant from Ballard High School
"What a fantastic experience for students and parents. From the beginning of the planning process over a year ago to the actual trip, working with Harmony Tours was a pleasure every step of the way."

- Choir Director from Chaminade College Preparatory School, Nationals for Top Choirs in NYC + Carnegie Hall

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"We found the trip very well organized, run like a clock, and hugely fun and memorable!"

- NYC tour and festival participant from Brentwood High School
"My daughter had a great time! I was impressed by the itinerary and how thorough the cultural activities were. I hope the students get to experience another trip offered by Harmony Tours!"

- Parent of NYC tour and festival participant from The Hockaday School
"Very well organized, educational, and fun! Loved having a Tour Director help us in a city we didn't know. Things were timely run and very well handled."

- NYC tour and festival participant from Oak Ridge High School

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"My daughter had a wonderful time discovering new things in NYC with her friends. I loved being able to see her sing in Carnegie Hall. It was an amazing experience."

- Parent of a NYC tour and festival participant from Hollis Brookline High School

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"Well-planned itinerary! The students had a great time and their performance opportunities were fantastic. They loved listening to other choirs perform. Thank you Harmony Tours and Choirs of America!"

- Chaperone Parent of a Hawaii tour and festival participant from Benjamin Franklin High School

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2026 American Choral Festival

San Antonio, Texas

April 11, 2026

Perform and Learn in Sunny

Southern California

Saturday, April 11, 2026

San Antonio, Texas

American Choral Festival

Festival Inclusions﻿

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

01

Adjudicated Performance

02

Detailed One-Hour Clinic

03

xChange: A Meeting of Voices

04

Pen-to-Podium Workshop

Festival Rate...

Sample Itinerary

Day One

Day Three

Day Five

Day Two

Day Four

Customize Your Tour

FAQs

Can I have more than one ensemble perform?

Can I see your adjudication rubric?

What is the festival cost?

Do I use my own repertoire?

Is my group required to adjudicate?

"We had a wonderful time! Great trip, wonderful guide, fun festival!"

"We had an incredible choir tour with Harmony Tours!!! It feels so good to travel with these incredible humans! Mahalo Hawaii!"

"It was a wonderful trip. Well organized. Friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. Great sites and meals. Thank you!!!

Thank you for coordinating the Band's tour to Orlando. My daughter had a great time and I felt like she was well taken care of."

"THANK YOU for making our dreams come true. We could not have done this without you!"

"Such a fabulous and fun day with my Chamber Singers at the Choirs of America Festival today!"

"The experience of performing in the esteemed Carnegie Hall was awe-inspiring and will have a lasting impact on me, and the choir."

"After 7 trips to Carnegie Hall, I can say I enjoyed yours the most!"

"Your format for this festival does have a positive effect on the teachers and choirs choosing to attend your event."

"Singing at Carnegie Hall constituted one of the most intense moments of my life."

"We are still flying high from a wonderful weekend with Choirs of America and Dr. Z. Randall Stroope in the magnificent Carnegie Hall!"

"Great tour guide. Jam-packed fun and very well-organized. Thank you!"

"We had an absolutely incredible time!!! Everything was so organized. We will definitely use your company again and again!"

"Such an amazing experience, so many activities, so much to see and we saw it all! Great hotel, comfortable and restful! We will definitely use Harmony Tours again!"

"Our son had an amazing experience that he will remember for the rest of his life. The entire trip was very well organized. It was impressive."

"What a fantastic experience for students and parents. From the beginning of the planning process over a year ago to the actual trip, working with Harmony Tours was a pleasure every step of the way."

"We found the trip very well organized, run like a clock, and hugely fun and memorable!"

"My daughter had a great time! I was impressed by the itinerary and how thorough the cultural activities were. I hope the students get to experience another trip offered by Harmony Tours!"

"Very well organized, educational, and fun! Loved having a Tour Director help us in a city we didn't know. Things were timely run and very well handled."

"My daughter had a wonderful time discovering new things in NYC with her friends. I loved being able to see her sing in Carnegie Hall. It was an amazing experience."

"Well-planned itinerary! The students had a great time and their performance opportunities were fantastic. They loved listening to other choirs perform. Thank you Harmony Tours and Choirs of America!"

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