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Fancy a trip away?

If your band fancies a trip away this year then why not get in touch with the experts at Rayburn Tours to sort things out...

Rayburn Band Tours
 

With the help of Rayburn Tours, there is still plenty of time to organise a first-class, great value Band Tour for your group departing later this year.

Perfect help

Whether you fancy combing some fantastic performance opportunities with some winter sun in Italy, some First World War history in Belgium or the world-renowned sites of a city such as Paris, we are the right people to help.

Our tailor-made service includes transportation, accommodation, excursions, venues, concert publicity and creating your itinerary, so your main focus can be on preparing your repertoire!

£200 off

If you’re thinking of a tour for October 2014 then we have some fantastic news as, for a limited time only, we are offering all new enquiries a £200 discount, helping you on your way to that ultimate Band Tour. T&Cs apply, so speak to our team today on 01332 347828.

Brand new website

Take a look at our band new website for more information and inspiration, then get in touch with our friendly and experienced team to discuss your tour and request you tailor-made quote.

Take a look at our band new website for more information and inspiration, then get in touch with our friendly and experienced team to discuss your tour and request you tailor-made quoteRayburn Tours

Get in touch

Call: 01332 347828

Visit: www.rayburntours.com/concert

Email: info@rayburntours.com

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James Garlick

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Conductor, Band Trainer, Adjudicator, Tutor


               

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