July 15: Wintergreen Music Festival - Music & Nature Hike
Embark on a serene journey through the woods, where each step invites you to find solace within the mountain trails. Join your guides Artistic Director Erin Freeman and Festival Artists Audrey Gray and Nathaniel Yaffee on an immersive hike designed to highlight the deep connection between music, mindfulness, and the mountains.
Festival Artists: Audrey Gray (violin) and Nathaniel Yaffee (cello)
Trail point and logistics to be shared after ticket purchase. Hike level: beginner to moderate. Advance purchase required; space is limited.
July 16: Wintergreen Music Festival - Fresh Perspectives II: Exploring Musical Landscapes
From France and Italy to Germany, join Festival Artists on a musical journey through diverse and colorful landscapes. Experience the playful yet poignant tones of Poulenc’s Trio for Oboe, Bassoon, and Piano, the deep emotion of Brahms’ Piano Quartet No. 1, and the lush, Italian-inspired romanticism of Alfredo Casella’s Serenata. With its lyrical melodies and lively, dance-like rhythms, Casella’s work will have you tapping your feet and moving to the music.
Concert Program:
Francis Poulenc (1899-1963), Trio for oboe, bassoon, and piano, FP 43, 11’
Alfredo Casella, Serenata, op. 46, 25’
Intermission
Johannes Brahms (1833-1897), Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, op. 25, 35’
July 17: Wintergreen Music Festival - Flights of Serenity at Valley Road Vineyards
Escape to the serene beauty of Valley Road Vineyards, where tranquility meets artistry in a concert featuring five stunning pieces designed to inspire peace and reflection. Each performance is paired with a carefully selected drink that enhances its mood. Savor the peaceful landscapes of Snowden’s Appalachian Polaroids, the delicate harmony of Bacewicz’s Suite for two violins, the airy grace of Holst’s Wind Quintet in Ab Major, the nuanced textures of Enescu’s Aubade for String Trio, and the profound depth of Vaughan Williams’ String Quartet No. 2. Choose the carefully selected flight of Valley Road Wines to deepen the experience, offering the perfect companion to unwind.
Concert Program:
Steven Snowden (b. 1981), Appalachian Polaroids, 6’
Graźyna Bacewicz (1909-1969), Suite for two violins, 12’
Gustav Holst (1874-1934), Wind Quintet in Ab Major, op. 14, 17’
George Enescu (1881-1955), Aubade for String Trio, 4.5’
Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958), String Quartet No. 2, 4.5’
July 17: BSO - Notes from Italy at Boordy Vineyards
Overtures by Rossini and Johann Strauss are paired with Boccherini's Cello Concerto and Mendelssohn's "Italian" Symphony in a program that celebrates la dolce vita.
July 18: Heifetz Institute - Celebrity Series
Friday night concerts featuring the star-studded Heifetz Institute faculty. The complimentary pre-concert “Heifetz Happy Hour”—offering the finest regional wine, beer, and other light refreshments.
July 18, 20: Wolf Trap Opera - Poulenc's Dialogues of the Carmelites
Set amid the turmoil of the French Revolution, Dialogues of the Carmelites tells the haunting story of Blanche de la Force, a young woman torn by fear and faith. Seeking refuge in a Carmelite convent, she finds unexpected courage through the unwavering devotion of her fellow nuns. In a powerful act of faith and solidarity, the nuns face martyrdom together, singing to their final breaths. Poulenc’s emotionally charged opera is a profound testament to conviction, sacrifice, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Join dramaturg Cori Ellison for a pre-performance discussion, held one hour before each show at The Barns, exploring the rich and volatile intersection of politics, faith, and personal stories that keeps Poulenc’s masterpiece as immediate today as it has ever been.
Sung in French with English captions with the Wolf Trap Orchestra.
CAST
In order of vocal appearance
Chevalier de la Force: Travon D. Walker
Marquis de la Force: Jonathan Patton
Blanche de la Force: Erin Wagner
Thierry/M. Javelinot: Robert Frazier*
Madame de Croissy: Cecelia McKinley
Sister Constance: Gemma Nha
Mother Marie: Gabrielle Beteag
Madame Lidoine: Keely Futterer
The Chaplain: Nathaniel Bear*
Sister Mathilde: Midori Marsh
First Commissioner: Timothy Anderson*
Second Commissioner: Søren Pedersen*
Mother Jeanne: Naomi Steele*
The Jailer: Chandler Benn*
Sister Alice: Arianna Rodriguez
Sister Anne of the Cross: Sophia Maekawa
Chorus: WTO Studio Artists
Conductor: Geoffrey McDonald
Director: Katherine M. Carter
*Wolf Trap Opera Studio Artist
July 19: Wintergreen Music Festival - Saturday MountainTop Masterworks III: Nature's Voice: Beethoven & Beyond
Wintergreen Festival Orchestra; Conductor Erin Freeman; Soloists Sing with Us! chorus, Jacob Wilder (horn), Will Ferguson (tenor)
Join Artistic Director Erin Freeman as she guides the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra in a stunning celebration of nature and music! This concert features Jacob Wilder, principal horn, and Will Ferguson, tenor, performing Britten’s poignant Serenade for Tenor, Horn, and Strings, a collection of nocturnal works. Be prepared for some dramatic weather, as the centerpiece of the evening is Beethoven’s stormy Symphony No. 6 (the "Pastoral"). Don't miss the performances on both Saturday and Sunday, each offering a unique program. On Saturday, the Sing with Us! Chorus will present the world premiere of Alex Berko’s emotional work, Sacred Place. Then on Sunday, we’ll feature the 2025 LEAD Cooperative’s string students on Holst’s youthful and lively St. Paul’s Suite that highlights the versatility and virtuosity of the string ensemble.
Concert Program:
Alex Berko (b. 1995), Sacred Place, world premiere re-orchestration, 22’
Benjamin Britten (1913-1976), Serenade for Tenor, Horn and Strings, op. 31
Intermission
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827), Symphony No. 6 in F Major, op. 68 (“Pastorale”)
July 19: Garth Newel - Beloved Masterworks
Chamber music masterworks performed by the joint forces of GNPQ and Emerging Artists.
5:00pm concert, followed by optional four-course dinner
String Quartet in A major, K. 464 - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Allegro non troppo
Menuetto - Trio
Andante
Allegro
Andrew Choi, violin
Glen Kuenzi, violin
Fitz Gary, viola
Stephen Arthur, cello
Piano Quartet No. 1 in C minor, Op. 15 - Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924)
Allegro molto moderato
Scherzo: Allegro vivo
Adagio
Allegro molto
Eliza Willett, violin
David Lawrence, viola
Ami Matsushita, cello
Jeannette Fang, piano
MENU
Mushroom and Goat Cheese Flatbread with Grilled Leeks, Kalamata Puree, Micro Greens and Thyme oil
Cold Cucumber Soup with Creamy Saffron Crab Salad, Dill Oil, Fennel, Red Pepper Slaw and Paprika Creme Fraiche
Rosemary and Thyme Beef Tenderloin, Roasted Cipollini and Fingerling Potatoes, Arugula, Parsley Chimichurri and Green Peppercorn Sauce
Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with Blood Orange Compote and Mint Syrup
July 19, 20: BSO - Gershwin, featuring Rhapsody in Blue
Gershwin's Cuban Overture, Porgy and Bess, Rhapsody in Blue, and American in Paris will take you around the world in one thrilling concert!
July 20: Wintergreen Music Festival - Sunday MountainTop Masterworks III: Nature's Voice: Beethoven & Beyond
Wintergreen Festival Orchestra; Conductor Erin Freeman; Soloists Jacob Wilder (horn), Will Ferguson (tenor)
Join Artistic Director Erin Freeman as she guides the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra in a stunning celebration of nature and music! This concert features Jacob Wilder, principal horn, and Will Ferguson, tenor, performing Britten’s poignant Serenade for Tenor, Horn, and Strings, a collection of nocturnal works. Be prepared for some dramatic weather, as the centerpiece of the evening is Beethoven’s stormy Symphony No. 6 (the "Pastoral"). Don't miss the performances on both Saturday and Sunday, each offering a unique program. On Saturday, the Sing with Us! Chorus will present the world premiere of Alex Berko’s emotional work, Sacred Place. Then on Sunday, we’ll feature the 2025 LEAD Cooperative’s string students on Holst’s youthful and lively St. Paul’s Suite that highlights the versatility and virtuosity of the string ensemble.
Concert Program:
Gustav Holst (1874-1934), St. Paul's Suite, op. 29, 13’
Benjamin Britten (1913-1976), Serenade for Tenor, Horn and Strings, op. 31
Intermission
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827), Symphony No. 6 in F Major, op. 68 (“Pastorale”)
July 20: Garth Newel - Beloved Masterworks II
Chamber music masterworks performed by the joint forces of GNPQ and Emerging Artists.
3:00pm concert, followed by optional buffet picnic
String Quartet in G Major, Op. 106 - Antonín Dvořák (1841-1904)
Allegro moderato
Adagio ma non troppo
Molto vivace
Finale. Andante sostenuto - Allegro con fuoco
Luke Pisani, violin
Anna Hilderbrand, violin
Shishi Gong, viola
Isaac Melamed, cello
Trio élégiaque No. 2 in D minor, Op. 9 - Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943)
Moderato - Allegro moderato
Quasi variazione
Allegro risoluto
Teresa Ling, violin
Stacey Chung, cello
Qianqian Zhao, piano
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Sunday July 20th
Sesame Salmon Black Rice with Bok Choy, Peanut Cilantro Sauce and Fried Wontons
Shiitake Mushrooms, Broccolini, Scallions Stir Fry with Somen Noodles and Peanut Ginger Teriyaki Sauce
Various Sides, Salads and Desserts
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