Tom,
The trip is already tax deductable--just as long as it pertains to your musical education. This trip will definitely be a real education for all who attend.
Gary
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PSR-S950, TC Helicon Harmony-M, Digitech VR, Samson Q7, Sennheiser E855, Custom Console, and lots of other silly stuff!
K+E=W (Knowledge Plus Experience = Wisdom.)