The following client comments are taken from our Director Comments Survey. They are indicative of overall comments from this survey and all refer to all festivals hosted by AmClass. We greatly appreciate these kind words as well as any helpful suggestions for improvement that may have been offered.


"… the festival was managed beautifully. I appreciate all the time and effort that goes into a festival of this caliber."

Ms. Linda Spillar, Director
Woodlawn MS, Choir
Louisiana
Attended: Crescent City Classic, New Orleans, LA


"All of our planning and pre-festival arrangements were handled in a most positive, professional, and pleasant manner by Carol Tatum (and Lynn Low in her absence). Even though this was my first festival with American Classic, (and I often had basic and many questions!) I always felt valued and understood. I never felt that my questions were insignificant or unimportant. … I have recommended American Classic to other directors, and will definitely use this company again to plan future trips."

Ms. Judy Snow, Director
The Dunham HS, Choir
Louisiana
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"We had an excellent festival experience. The facilities were wonderful and the adjudicators were very helpful and encouraging in their comments. I truly appreciate Carol’s helpfulness. I also want to thank everyone who was so helpful to me - - Penny Benjamin, (and all the Corpus support staff and Shannon.) … You were very helpful, cooperative, and understanding. Thank you, so much !"

Mr. Gene Holkup, Director
Edinburg MS South, Choir
Texas
Attended: Buccaneer Classic, Corpus Christi


"Your staff at Breckenridge was incredible. Not only did they do any and everything we asked, they demanded that they be allowed to do instead of us. We had a sick child who was in need of transportation back home and the staff truly extended themselves in many ways to help facilitate her safe return. I have never been on any trip where the event organizers were so hands-on in their involvement in making sure everything was just right. Thank you for a great time."

Mr. David Hill, Director
Texas City HS, Choir
Texas
Attended: Breckenridge Ski Classic, Breckenridge, CO


"Thanks for an excellent trip"

Mr. Robert Albright, Director
Lee HS Choir
Texas
Attended: Bayou Classic, Houston, TX


"… we had a wonderful trip."

Dr. Richard Holsomback, Director
Pine Tree MS, Band
Texas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"Thanks for a positive experience for my group."

Mr. Tom Knoflicek, Director
Lamar JHS, Band
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"The festival and adjudication were great."

Mr. Glenn Lambert, Director
Ms. Kristin Barker, Director
Shepton HS, Band
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"The festival staff was very friendly and flexible – thank you."

Mr. Mark Wallace, Director
Webb MS, Band
Texas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"Everything was great!"

Mr. Sean O’Brien, Director
Morris HS, Band
Oklahoma
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"The American Classic festival was really an outstanding event. The students had a great time and got to perform in an outstanding auditorium. The staff was courteous, helpful and totally professional. The Point of Contact person at the hotel was very helpful. I would not hesitate to use American Classic again or encourage others to do so. Thanks!"

Mr. Ken Williams, Director
Malvern HS, Band
Malvern, AR
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"Great!"

Ms. Christi Domingue, Director
Kleb IS, Choir
Texas
Attended: Bayou Classic, Houston, TX


"I really enjoyed your festival. My students had a wonderful experience and really appreciated the judges’ comments. The staff was very friendly and courteous and made it enjoyable for all. … Overall, it was a nicely planned and run festival."

Mr. Michael Stringer, Director
Midway HS, String Orchestra
Texas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"I enjoyed having a (American Classic) representative at the hotel for check-in/check-out. The performance venue (Trinity University) was very nice."

Mr. Ken Lantz, Director
Community HS Band
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"Festival location, venue, judges – outstanding."

Mr. Carl Kling, Director
H.F. Stevens MS, Band
Texas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"The students had a blast! Everything went so smoothly."

Ms. Kathleen Fowler, Director
Incarnate Word Academy, Choir
Texas
Attended: Crescent City Classic, New Orleans, LA


"This was another wonderful experience for our band. Everyone – contest host, and workers were very friendly and helpful. …You folks are doing a great service to musical groups across the country. The performance venues and critiques are excellent. Please do not stop providing this opportunity for students and directors."

Mr. George Strickland, Director
Glen Rose HS, Band
Texas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"Our trip was fine. The accommodations were great and I appreciate having someone there to meet us at the hotel. The Awards Ceremony was great. My kids enjoyed this a lot."

Mr. Neil Nelson, Director
Sharyland HS, Band
Texas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"Great – Penny Benjamin (Director Service Representative) was terrific!"

Ms. Julianne Booth, Director
Jasper HS, Orchestra
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"Went great, as always."

Mr. Bill Duggan, Director
Dulles HS, Band
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"Generally, I felt that everything was well-organized, on time and was properly done."

Mr. Dale Koran,
Dulles HS, Symphonic Band
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"Great contest - ran on time! Very helpful with schedule. Tremendous and warm words of encouragement from festival coordinator. Thank you."

Mr. Chris Reidlinger, Director
Riverwood MS, Orchestra
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"Great event! We will return. Good concert facility, judging panel, condos, and slopes."

Dr. Ross Grant, Director
DeSoto HS, Band
Texas
Attended: Breckenridge Ski Classic, Breckenridge, CO


"Great!"

Ms. Valerie Curry, Director
Austin Academy, String Orchestra
Texas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"We enjoyed our day tremendously. Wonderful awards ceremony!"

Ms. Angela Landrum, Director
Rivercrest HS, Band
Texas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"Enjoyed our weekend. I felt the evaluation was fair."

Ms. Cindy Mueller, Director
Highland HS, Orchestra
Texas
Attended: Buccaneer Classic, Corpus Christi, TX


"The festival was run very efficiently and my students and I enjoyed it. I plan to come again."

Mr. Bill Miller, Director
Gregory Portland MS, Band
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX

"Very organized. Great experience for the girls."

Mr. Richard Salmon, Director
Kingsborough MS, Treble Choir
Texas
Attended: Bayou Classic, Houston, TX


"I was pleased with everything."

Ms. Dodie Morris, Director
Hyde Park Baptist Jr/Sr HS, Choir
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"The festival, housing, and personnel were superb!"

Ms. Susan Bartos, Director
Canyon HS, Choir
Texas
Attended: Bayou Classic, Houston, TX


"As always, we had a great experience."

Mr. Steve Sells, Director
Lee JHS, Band
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"I felt American Classic was very helpful and efficient in every way. Your representative at the hotel was a great help and a nice reassurance."

Ms. Carol Barnes, Director
Hobbs HS, Choir
New Mexico
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"Overall the festival staff was knowledgeable and helpful. We enjoyed the service you provided. Thanks for a great festival – look forward to coming again sometime."

Mr. Jeff Jones, Director
Poteet HS, Band 3
Texas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"Wonderful contest – first year I have contracted hotel reservations through your company – the hotel was great and Judith Goodwin (your hotel representative) was awesome and had everything ready for us when we arrived. She is truly a joy to work with."

Ms. Michele Seymour, Director
Tahlequah JHS, Select Choir
Oklahoma
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"Thought it was a very nice, positive experience!"

Mr. Mike Grant, Director
John Horn HS, Mixed Choir 2
Texas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"We certainly enjoyed the festival. It is always a great experience for the kids!"

Mr. Ardis Case, Director
Youree MS, Orchestra
Louisiana
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX


"Everyone was very nice, positive, encouraging, and helpful. It was a great experience for my choirs! Thank you!

Ms. Cheryl Marshall, Director
Boerne Middle School, Choir
Texas
Attended: Bayou Classic, Houston, TX


"I thought that everything was great."

Mr. Steve Lueth, Director
Russell HS Band
Kansas
Attended: Breckenridge Ski Classic, Breckenridge, CO


"Outstanding festival – well run – good facilities"

Mr. Danny Solis, Director
South San Antonio HS, Choir
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"To begin with, I would like to thank all of you for this wonderful opportunity for my students to participate. Everyone including the band parents had a fantastic time."

Mr. Randy Capshaw, Director
Socorro MS, Band
Texas
Attended: Buccaneer Classic, Corpus Christi, TX


"This was a very good first experience for our girls, so next year we plan to bring 2 groups."

Ms. Gale Pierce, Director
Lincoln JHS, Treble Choir
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"No problems. We were treated great."

Mr. Robin Watson, Director
Kempner HS, Band
Texas
Attended: Bluebonnet Classic, San Antonio, TX


"The staff of American Classic was most helpful, both by phone and at the hotel. Accommodations were wonderful. Lake Hamilton students were most impressed with everything and I, as a director, certainly appreciate the security that was provided. The awards ceremony was very nice – Trophies Super! My students and I thoroughly enjoyed the event – especially getting to bring home 2 trophies. Thanks for a wonderful experience."

Ms. Pat Smith, Director
Lake Hamilton HS, Choir
Arkansas
Attended: Big "D" Classic, Dallas, TX



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