The LILA High School Music Department successfully had a Concert Band Tour to Chicago in March of 2023.  We invited the Orchestra too.  We had dinner at Ed Debevic's, went to the top of the Willis Tower, sat in on a "Live Taping" of NPR's "WAIT WAIT DON'T TELL ME" went to the Science Museum, had a Great Band Clinic at Vandercook College of Music, and went to Medieval Times for Jousting. We even performed at a local Elementary School.

Every great music program does one thing: share its music with the world. Successful school music programs take trips, near and far, to share their students' achievements and talents with others. The LILA Band and Orchestra Department aims to take high school students on a performing tour every two years. Tours such as these are wonderful and memorable experiences for students, providing them with the opportunity to learn from other musicians and professionals, experience other areas of the country or world, perform in unique and interesting settings, and develop lasting bonds with their ensemble-mates. 

The Informational Flier that is on the Drop down menu, is obsolete, but remains to give an estimated idea of the proposed dates and rough Itinerary.  Costs and details will change and are subject to approval.  

The current projected cost per students (and Chaperones), is being considered.  The Informational flier is being listed for basic information only.

The informational flier can be found on the drop-down menu above. If you have questions or need more information, please contact Mr. Ruhnke.

Estimated Dates:

Sometime in March-April, 2026