outstanding classical music performances by acclaimed artists from around the world
Staunton Music Festival proudly presents "Virginia's world-class music festival" (Travel + Leisure), a robust program of 40+ concerts every year. From solo recitals and intimate Special Events to April's popular BaroqueFest and The Summer Festival in August, Staunotn has earned a reputation for daring programming combined with superlative artistry. SMF's signature event takes place each August, when more than 90 world-class musicians from around the world come to the Blue Ridge Mountains for ten consecutive days and nights of eclectic chamber, vocal, and symphonic music. Programs combine historically-informed performances from the Middle Ages all the way up to commissioned world premieres. Join us this season and find music that inspires you!
Historically-informed performances of music from the Italian Baroque
April 10-12
Eclectic, compelling programs from the Middle Ages to world premieres
August 14-23
Staunton Music Festival Box Office | (540) 800-6012 Mon-Fri 9:00-3:00 | boxoffice@stauntonmusicfestival.org
"Staunton is overflowing with culture." - ABC News
The spirit behind our tagline, Rethink Classical, touches on two basic convictions about what classical music can be in the 21st century. First, by taking a deep interest in historically-informed performance practice, we can rediscover the subtlety and color that emerges from period instrument concerts. Second, by merging past masterworks with world premieres, we remind ourselves that music from all eras is vital and expressive - that all music was once "modern." We believe programming old and new, together, deepens the appreciation of both.
Together, these commitments to historically-informed performance of older music and to the creative, mixed programming of contemporary works define Staunton Music Festival. For us, therefore, the call to "Rethink Classical" is more than just a tagline - it's a key element of our mission statement.
