YOSA Tours
2026 YOSA Tour
England & Scotland
In June 2026, YOSA will embark on a tour to England and Scotland, performing concerts in London, York, and Edinburgh. YOSA musicians will discover the best of Britain on this journey through history and culture. Join us as we roam from London’s world-class museums and iconic landmarks to Oxford’s storied colleges; from York’s Roman history and medieval charm to Scotland’s majestic capital, Edinburgh, where tradition and innovation meet. This tour will offer an unforgettable blend of cultural immersion and musical inspiration.
YOSA Tour Rehearsals
Rehearsals in San Antonio are required for all touring musicians, June 12-15.
Friday, June 12, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 13, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 14, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Monday, June 15, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Bon Voyage Concert in San Antonio: June 15, 2026
Join us in a celebratory evening concert with the YOSA Tour musicians before they leave for the U.K.
Travel in the UK: June 16-24, 2026
Tuesday, June 16 – SAN ANTONIO to LONDON
Travel by bus to Austin for our international flight across the Atlantic to England’s capital city, London—founded by the Romans in 47 AD.
Wednesday, June 17 – LONDON
Upon arrival in London, enjoy a panoramic tour of the city that will include many of its iconic landmarks, inclduing the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Welcome dinner and overnight in London.
Thursday, June 18 – LONDON
More London exploration, including the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, and the London Eye. In the evening, we will perform our London concert. Dinner and overnight in London.
Friday, June 19 – STONEHENGE & LONDON
Morning excursion to visit Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument of a ring of standing stones believed to have been constructed between 3000 and 2000 BC. Return to London for a West End show. Dinner and overnight in London
Saturday, June 20 – OXFORD & YORK
Travel from London to Oxford, known for its architecture and universities. Visit Christchurch Cathedral and the University of Oxford, whose campus has hosted several major film productions, including the Harry Potter series. Continue to York for dinner and overnight.
Sunday, June 21 – YORK
Morning tour of York, a walled city in northeast England with extensive Roman and Viking history. Explore York Minster, one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals. In the evening we will perform our York concert. Dinner and overnight in York.
Monday, June 22 – EDINBURGH
Travel up the coast from York to Edinburgh, Scotland, one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, draped across a series of rocky hills overlooking the sea. Dinner and overnight in Edinburgh.
Tuesday, June 23 – EDINBURGH
Sightseeing tour with a visit to Edinburgh Castle, which sits atop the volcanic Castle Rock and dominates the skyline. In the evening we will perform our Edinburgh concert in Usher Hall. Farewell dinner and overnight in Edinburgh.
Wednesday, June 24 – EDINBURGH to SAN ANTONIO
We will return from Edinburgh to the USA with lifelong memories of exploring and performing in England and Scotland, sharing our own culture and encountering the rich artistic cultures of these countries.
NOTE: itinerary details subject to change
Tour Cost
Our travel partner, Perform International, has extensive experience facilitating travel for orchestras and other musical ensembles. They previously managed YOSA’s 2024 Germany tour. Included in the tour price:
Ground transportation to Austin and roundtrip airfare from Austin to the U.K.
Lodging (in double occupancy rooms) and ground transportation throughout the tour
Breakfast and dinner daily
Entrance fees for all scheduled sightseeing, including Stonehenge, Christ Church College, York Minster, Edinburgh Castle, and more
Not included: lunches, individual travel insurance
Payments
Musicians
Total cost of tour for student musicians is $5,995 per person, payable in the following installments:
no later than September 15: non-refundable deposit of $570
no later than October 15: $775
no later than November 15: $775
no later than December 15: $775
no later than January 15: $775
no later than February 15: $775
no later than March 15: $775
no later than April 15: $775
Financial Aid
YOSA has limited amounts of financial aid available to musicians traveling to England and Scotland for the 2026 YOSA Tour. Musicians can apply for aid before registering for the trip and paying the deposit.
If you have already filled out the financial aid application to be considered for Season Financial Aid, you do not need to complete it again. Please contact YOSA Staff and request that you would like to be considered for aid. We will process your application as soon as possible.
Financial aid applications are due by September 8. If you would like your musician to be considered for financial and you have already filled out the application, please inform YOSA staff by September 8. Families can expect to be informed of financial aid decisions for the YOSA tour by September 11.
How to Fill Out the Application
Log into your YOSA Family Portal account. The musician you are applying for aid must already be signed up for an audition or camp session.
Complete the “Financial Aid Application” form. You will see the application in "forms" under each musician. Each musician will need their own application.
Upload your income verification documents directly in the application.
Companions
Total cost of tour for family members and companion travelers is $6,495 per person, payable in the following installments:
no later than September 15: non-refundable deposit of $615
no later than October 15: $840
no later than November 15: $840
no later than December 15: $840
no later than January 15: $840
no later than February 15: $840
no later than March 15: $840
no later than April 15: $840
Companion travelers who are at least 18 years old may upgrade to single-occupancy accommodations for an additional $1,100. This option is not available to musicians.
Enrollment
To enroll in tour, visit the links below. The deadline is enroll is September 15, 2025.
Click HERE to enroll a musician in the YOSA Tour
Click HERE to enroll a companion in the YOSA Tour.
Questions
If you have any questions about the 2026 YOSA Tour, feel free to contact the YOSA Office via phone at (210) 737-0097 or by email at registration@yosa.org
Tour History & Tour Blogs
* 2026 England and Scotland (conducted by Troy Peters)
* 2024 Germany (conducted by Troy Peters)
* 2022 New York, Boston, and Philadelphia (conducted by Troy Peters)
* 2018 Spain and Canary Islands (conducted by Troy Peters)
* 2016 Czech Republic, Austria, and Hungary (conducted by Troy Peters)
* 2014 Québec and Vermont (conducted by Troy Peters)
* 2012 England and Wales (conducted by Troy Peters)
* 2010 China (conducted by Troy Peters)
* 2007 Finland, Estonia, and Russia (conducted by Marlon Chen)
* 2004 Italy and Austria (conducted by David Mairs)
* 2001 France (conducted by Eugene Dowdy)
* 1998 Australia (conducted by Brendan Townsend)
* 1995 Germany (conducted by Geraldo Edelstein)
* 1989 Poland, Hungary, and Austria (conducted by Terence Frazor)
* 1985 Romania, Hungary, and Austria (conducted by Terence Frazor)