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Unique Approach

Art of Music Travel

American Music Abroad was founded in 1975 by a high school band director and his wife to fulfill their dream of sharing their love of Europe with high school students, college students and adults.

American Music Abroad has organized over 320 musical tours with a specialization/concentration on Western Europe involving over 37,000 participants. During the past 45 years, we have grown in experience and expertise but have always maintained a value of giving our participants the highest standards and the greatest musical and cultural experiences for the lowest possible price. We do not compromise quality. You can be assured of not only our integrity, but our willingness to serve the participant’s best interests at all times.

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Dedication to Success

Meet our Head Directors

Our Head Directors are committed to providing the most educational, cultural, and musical experiences, and are responsible for coordinating all aspects of the recruitment and tour planning.

Gary Fink
Red Tour

Gary Fink

Bret Mascaro
Silver Tour

Bret Mascaro

Hillary Colton
Voice Tour

Hillary Colton

Jim Capolupo
Bronze Tour

Jim Capolupo

Tom Murphy
Freedom Tour

Tom Murphy

Keith Hodgson
Gold Tour

Keith Hodgson

Michael Conte
Liberty Tour

Michael Conte

Frank Zimmerer
Stars & Stripes Tour

Frank Zimmerer

Rich Riederer
Empire Tour

Rich Riederer

Christine Riederer
Empire Tour

Christine Riederer

Marni Conte
Liberty Tour

Marni Conte

Kelly May
Blue Tour

Kelly May

Don Magee
Blue Tour

Don Magee

Jennifer Zimmerer
Stars & Stripes Tour

Jennifer Zimmerer

Christopher Memoli
Community Music Tour

Christopher Memoli

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Student Impressions

What Our Students Say

“I cannot begin to describe to you haw amazing this trip truly was for me. You have done something that I did not know was possible and changed 150 lives in three weeks. Your hard work and dedication to this trip is amazing and it is what made the trip the experience that it was. I want to thank you for inviting me on this tour and changing my life forever."

“I am so delighted that my son is feeling the freedom of the experience and is able to separate in a way that feels quite natural. It is showing me that he is enjoying his newfound liberty and growing into a young adult. Our collective job is to teach them to fly. This is an experience that is allowing them that to do just that under the guidance of the leaders."

“I wanted to let you know that my daughter had a fabulous experience with American Music Abroad. She loved the program, the travel and the music. She said she looked forward to every concert! I did not hear one negative comment about the trip. We are so thrilled that she participated this year. Thank you again for providing such an incredible opportunity for these kids."

“Having been the only participant from my high school, I wondered how I would become good friends with others. I have many many special friendships. To share an experience such as this one with others creates a bond with them. I have learned so much from this trip. From the rich history of Europe to the workings of relationships."