Both traditional Heritage festivals and non-competitive Classic Format festivals are available. Contact your Festival Selection Advisor for details!

Annapolis, a city rich in history and beauty, is home to the world-renowned U.S. Naval Academy However, there is more to this city than history, as it is known as “America’s Sailing Capital” and has miles of beautiful shoreline along the Chesapeake Bay.  Your students will have the chance to perform with either the prestigious U.S. Navy Band of Annapolis, under the direction of Commander Brian O. Walden, or the U.S. Naval Academy Men’s Glee Club, under the direction of Dr. Aaron Smith.

There are musical and performance venues of all types in Annapolis as well as close by Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Together, these three historic cities make this the ideal destination to experience cultural, historical, educational, and performance opportunities!

THE ANNAPOLIS HERITAGE MUSIC FESTIVAL PACKAGE INCLUDES:

   > Gala awards ceremony, dinner, and dance

   > Performance in a national music festival

   > Musical entertainment by the US Navy Band or Glee Club

   > Positive, constructive adjudication with taped and written comments

   > On-stage mini clinic

   > Meaningful awards and trophies

   > Heritage-approved, student-friendly hotels

   > Gift for the director

   > Professional performance recording

   > Commemorative gift for each student

   > Comprehensive insurance policy

   > Opportunity for director to earn professional development points

   > Opportunity for students to earn a one semester performing arts academic credit

   > One free participant for every 25 packages purchased

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES MAY INCLUDE:

   > Six Flags amusement park

   > Baltimore Aquarium

   > Fort McHenry

   > Baltimore Inner Harbor

   > Washington, D.C. monuments and museums

   > National Symphony Orchestra

   > Annapolis Harbor Cruise

   > Medieval Times

   > Ford's Theatre

   > Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts