Join us for the Strings Music Festival!!

Schedule of Events:

June 6, 2025

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm: The Sound of Music

Starts at $43, Junior (0-18) $33

The Story of the Trapp Family Singers by Maria von Trapp and is set in Salzburg, Austria. It is a fictional retelling of her experiences as governess to seven children, her eventual marriage with their father Captain Georg von Trapp, and their escape during the Anschluss in 1938.

Steamboat Springs Actor's Studio, in partnership with Undiscovered Earth, is presenting The Sound of Music at the Strings Music Pavilion June 6, 7, and 8, 2025. The musical is made up of students from Steamboat Springs Schools, ages 7-18. The Sound of Music is a musical with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, and a book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse.  It is based on the 1949 memoir of Maria Von Trapp, The Story of the Trapp Family Singers. Set in Austria on the eve of the Anschluss in 1938, the musical tells the story of Maria, who takes a job as governess to a large family while she decides whether to become a nun. She falls in love with the children, and eventually their widowed father, Captain von Trapp.  He is ordered  to accept a commission in the German Navy, but he opposes the Nazis.  He and Maria decide on a plan to flee Austria with the children.

June 7, 2025

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm: The Sound of Music

Starts at $43, Junior (0-18) $33

The Story of the Trapp Family Singers by Maria von Trapp and is set in Salzburg, Austria. It is a fictional retelling of her experiences as governess to seven children, her eventual marriage with their father Captain Georg von Trapp, and their escape during the Anschluss in 1938.

Steamboat Springs Actor's Studio, in partnership with Undiscovered Earth, is presenting The Sound of Music at the Strings Music Pavilion June 6, 7, and 8, 2025. The musical is made up of students from Steamboat Springs Schools, ages 7-18. The Sound of Music is a musical with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, and a book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse.  It is based on the 1949 memoir of Maria Von Trapp, The Story of the Trapp Family Singers. Set in Austria on the eve of the Anschluss in 1938, the musical tells the story of Maria, who takes a job as governess to a large family while she decides whether to become a nun. She falls in love with the children, and eventually their widowed father, Captain von Trapp.  He is ordered  to accept a commission in the German Navy, but he opposes the Nazis.  He and Maria decide on a plan to flee Austria with the children.

June 8, 2025

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm: The Sound of Music

Starts at $43, Junior (0-18) $33

The Story of the Trapp Family Singers by Maria von Trapp and is set in Salzburg, Austria. It is a fictional retelling of her experiences as governess to seven children, her eventual marriage with their father Captain Georg von Trapp, and their escape during the Anschluss in 1938.

Steamboat Springs Actor's Studio, in partnership with Undiscovered Earth, is presenting The Sound of Music at the Strings Music Pavilion June 6, 7, and 8, 2025. The musical is made up of students from Steamboat Springs Schools, ages 7-18. The Sound of Music is a musical with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, and a book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse.  It is based on the 1949 memoir of Maria Von Trapp, The Story of the Trapp Family Singers. Set in Austria on the eve of the Anschluss in 1938, the musical tells the story of Maria, who takes a job as governess to a large family while she decides whether to become a nun. She falls in love with the children, and eventually their widowed father, Captain von Trapp.  He is ordered  to accept a commission in the German Navy, but he opposes the Nazis.  He and Maria decide on a plan to flee Austria with the children.

June 25, 2025

10:00 am: Music on the Green: Tyree Woods

This event is free to attend and does not require tickets. All Music on the Green performances take place at the Yampa River Botanic Park.

Join us every Wednesday morning this summer for our weekly free concert series, co-presented by the Yampa River Botanic Park. With concerts lasting just 45 minutes, it's the perfect way to enjoy a summer morning.

Kick off the summer with this week's featured artist, Tyree Woods, is an acclaimed singer-songwriter and founder of Buffalo Commons, a soul-grass band based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Originally from Muskegon Heights, Michigan, Tyree moved to Colorado through his service in the US Army, where he served two combat tours before being medically retired in 2012. Music became his path to healing.

Now rooted in the Yampa Valley, Tyree channels his life experiences into powerful, heartfelt songs that inspire unity, resilience, and hope. Known for his infectious energy and soul-deep storytelling, he uses music to connect and uplift. Tyree is currently pursuing a degree in songwriting and production at Berklee College of Music, continuing to grow as an artist and share his message of love, inclusion, and transformation.

June 26, 2025

5:30 pm: Michael Sachs and Nathaniel Silberschlag House Party

Join us for an exclusive concert and interview with Strings' Music Director Michael Sachs and accomplished horn soloist Nathaniel Silberschlag. Michael and Nathaniel will be accompanied by and interviewed by concert pianist and non-profit executive Andrew Todd.

At our signature House Parties, guests enjoy a private concert, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a lively QandA, and a chance to mingle with musicians. These very special events are fundraisers to support Strings' free programs in the Yampa Valley, including Strings School Days.

Michael Sachs joined The Cleveland Orchestra as principal trumpet in 1988. His many performances as soloist with the Orchestra include the world premieres of John Williams's Concerto for Trumpet and Michael Hersch's Night Pieces for trumpet and orchestra (both commissioned by the Orchestra for Mr. Sachs), the United States and New York premieres of Hans Werner Henze's Requiem, and, in 2012, the world premiere of Matthias Pintscher's Chute d'Étoiles, conducted by Franz Welser-Möst at the Lucerne Festival. He has also soloed in works by Handel, Copland, and Bach, and performed Hummel's Trumpet Concerto with the Orchestra in November 2019. Michael Sachs has served as music director of Strings Music Festival in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, since 2015.

Nathaniel Silberschlag was appointed principal horn of The Cleveland Orchestra in May 2019, and took up the position in August prior to the start of the 2019-20 season. He previously served as assistant principal horn of the Washington National Opera-Kennedy Center Opera House orchestra, where he was the youngest member ever to win a position with the ensemble, at the age of 19. He completed his bachelor of music degree from New York's Juilliard School in May 2019, where he was a student of Julie Landsman and recipient of the Kovner Fellowship.

June 27, 2025

7:00 pm: Mary Chapin Carpenter - Brandy Clark

Starts at $144.

With timeless hits like "Passionate Kisses" and "He Thinks He'll Keep Her," Mary Chapin Carpenter has won five Grammy Awards (with 18 nominations), two CMA Awards, two ACM Awards, and is one of only fifteen female members of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Opening the first concert of the season is acclaimed singer-songwriter Brandy Clark, a Grammy, CMA, and Americana Award winner celebrated as one of the most compelling musical voices of her generation.

One of music's "most reliable and empathetic songwriters" (Pitchfork), Mary Chapin Carpenter has sold over 16 million records over the course of her renowned career. With hits like "Passionate Kisses" and "He Thinks He'll Keep Her," she has won five Grammy Awards (with 18 nominations), two CMA Awards, two ACM Awards, and is one of only fifteen female members of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Carpenter's record One Night Lonely was nominated for Best Folk Album at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards, and in 2023 the songwriter was awarded the Poet's Award at the ACM Honors, recognizing outstanding and longstanding musical and lyrical contributions throughout her career. Most recently, Carpenter unveiled her new podcast, Hope is a Muscle, which finds her in conversation with people from all walks of life. During its run, the podcast was in the top five music podcasts on both Apple and Spotify Platforms. In early 2025 the album Looking For The Thread, a collaborative recording with Scottish Singer-Songwriters Karine Polwart and Julie Fowlis, was released worldwide. Of the album, The Arts Desk wrote, "It's only January but this is an album of the year." The 2025 tour will feature songs from Mary Chapin's entire catalog and her new album set for early summer release.

A Grammy, CMA, and Americana Award-winner, Brandy Clark is one of her generation's most esteemed songwriters and musicians. In the midst of a landmark year, Clark won Best Americana Performance at the 66th Grammy Awards and Song of the Year at the 2024 Americana Honors and Awards with her acclaimed song, "Dear Insecurity," featuring 11x Grammy Award-winner Brandi Carlile. The track is from Clark's self-titled album, which was produced by Carlile and features her most personal songwriting to date. Released to overwhelming praise, Forbes calls the record "an Americana Masterpiece," while Variety proclaims it "further clarifies that she's one of America's treasures" and Billboard declares, "Clark continues to convey her inexorable talents as both a song-crafter and vocal interpreter." In addition to her work as a solo artist, Clark has written songs such as "A Beautiful Noise," the Grammy-nominated duet performed by Brandi Carlile and Alicia Keys, and Kacey Musgraves' "Follow Your Arrow." She also composed the music for the hit musical comedy, Shucked, alongside her longtime collaborator, Shane McAnally. With the show, Clark won Outstanding Music at the 67th Drama Desk Awards and was nominated for Best Original Score at the 76th Tony Awards, with Shucked receiving nine Tony nominations overall last year.

June 28, 2025

7:00 pm: Opening Night: Contrasts in Classical

Starts at $35.

A thrilling season opener featuring some of classical music's most beloved works-performed by a dynamic nine-player ensemble drawn from the ranks of The Cleveland Orchestra. Horn virtuoso Nathaniel Silberschlag takes center stage in Mozart's Horn Concerto No. 3, offering a rare chance to hear one of today's finest brass musicians in a solo spotlight. From the effervescent overture to The Barber of Seville to Haydn's sunrise-inspired Le Matin Symphony and Mozart's high-spirited Haffner Symphony, this evening is a celebration of the grandeur of classical music.

June 29, 2025

7:00 pm: BoDeans

Starts at $64.

With countless tunes you know from the first note, rip-roaring gigs you can count on, and a whole lot of energy you'll take home with you, BoDeans continue to contribute to the American songbook as a tried-and-true institution.

Founded and led by original frontman, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Kurt Neumann, the band's catalog consists of generational anthems such as "Good Things," "You Don't Get Much," "Idaho," and "Closer To Free," just to name a few. However, they still reflect the soul and spirit of the modern American experience on their fourteenth full-length offering, 4 The Last Time.

BoDeans emerged out of Waukesha, WI in 1986 with the seminal debut Love and Hope and Sex and Dreams, produced by T Bone Burnett. Following Outside Looking In (1987), Home (1989), and Black and White (1991), Go Slow Down (1993) yielded "Closer To Free," which famously served as the theme song for the smash hit television series Party of Five.

With a sought-after discography, their music landed hundreds of television and film placements. Meanwhile, they transformed into a proven live phenomenon by supporting the likes of U2, Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Tom Petty, The Pretenders, and David Bowie-in addition to gracing the bills of Farm Aid, Summerfest, and ACL. Speaking to the group's legacy, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame permanently entrenched BoDeans in the Midwest Artists exhibit.

July 1, 2025

11:00 am: Coffee Talk with Andrew Todd

This event is free to attend and does not require tickets. All Coffee Talks take place at Dusky Grouse Coffee.

Join Andrew Todd, concert pianist and Strings concert commentator, as he delves into the rich and fascinating world of music. Coffee Talks bring music enthusiasts of all ages together for intimate roundtable discussions about music theory and history. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just a music lover, these talks are a great opportunity to expand your knowledge and deepen your appreciation for this timeless art form.

July 2, 2025

10:00 am: Music on the Green: Camille Ditrani and Friends

Join us every Wednesday morning this summer for our weekly free concert series, co-presented by the Yampa River Botanic Park. With concerts lasting just 45 minutes, it's the perfect way to enjoy a summer morning.

This week's featured artist Camille Ditrani and Friends will perform tunes from the Great American Songbook and more. She'll join forces with Ron Wheeler, Neil Marchman, and Kyle Roland in a morning of jazz that will be sure to captivate, inspire and entertain.

7:00 pm: An American Story featuring Chee-Yun

Starts at $35.

Experience the essence of American music with the radiant violinist Chee-Yun in a program that spans the nation's most iconic composers. From the sparkling wit of Bernstein's overture to Candide to the haunting beauty of Corigliano's The Red Violin, this concert pays tribute to American artistry in all its forms. Gershwin's jazz-inflected An American in Paris and Second Prelude add a touch of cinematic flair, while John Williams' Lincoln evokes the deep soul of the American spirit.

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Twilight Yoga in the Strings Festival Park

Join us Wednesday evenings July 2 - August 13 at 7pm as teachers from Harmony Yoga lead an all-levels yoga class set to classical music. $10 Suggested Donation.

Bring your yoga mat and a buddy to sunset classes in our beautiful Festival Park. Teachers from Harmony Yoga will lead all-levels, all-ages classes to the sounds of Strings' classical evening concert. Classes focus on breath for grounding, movement for alignment of energy and extra-long savasana for embodiment of our practice. Following the event, join your fellow yogis in a non-alcoholic drink reception as the sun sets on Mt. Werner. Come for the yoga, stay for community connection. Dress in layers for varying weather. Suggested donation benefits Strings Music Festival.

July 5, 2025

7:00 pm: An American Tapestry in Brass

Starts at $41.

Brass takes center stage in this thrilling concert showcasing the brilliance and power of brass music. The evening will include energetic fanfares, stirring hymns, and vivid melodies that span a variety of styles-from lively, frontier-inspired pieces to reflective, lyrical compositions. With performances highlighting both bold virtuosity and emotional depth, this evening celebrates the dynamic versatility and resonant beauty of brass ensemble music.

July 6, 2025

7:00 pm: Brent Rowan and Friends

Brent Rowan made his mark as a Nashville studio guitarist and record producer, nominated nine times for Country Music Association awards. In addition to over 15,000 recording sessions, he has played on dozens of film soundtracks and recorded with Chris LeDoux, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Olivia Newton-John, Sting, and Neil Diamond, along with many others.

July 9, 2025

10:00 am: Music on the Green: Pat Waters

Join us every Wednesday morning this summer for our weekly free concert series, co-presented by the Yampa River Botanic Park. With concerts lasting just 45 minutes, it's the perfect way to enjoy a summer morning.

This week's featured artist, Patrick Waters, hails from Iowa City, IA, the vibrant home of the University of Iowa. His musical journey began in 5th grade with a drum set, quickly progressing to formal lessons and participation in the school band by 7th grade. Coincidentally, he discovered his singing voice through the school choir the same year.

After high school, Patrick headed east to Ithaca, NY, to attend Cornell University, where music transitioned from a casual pastime into a true passion. It was there that he joined Blindman's Holiday, a band whose dynamic sound earned them extensive radio airplay throughout upstate New York and beyond. Touring relentlessly, they shared stages with renowned groups including The Band, The Wailers, Rusted Root, and Widespread Panic, and released two widely appreciated albums.

As a solo performer, Patrick's expansive repertoire appeals to diverse musical tastes. It spans iconic acoustic melodies from the '60s and '70s by The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and Pink Floyd to engaging multi-instrumental interpretations of contemporary favorites by Sublime, Ben Harper, and Beck.

As co-owner of the local live music venue Schmiggity's since 2014, Pat has been instrumental in contributing to the live music scene in Steamboat. Pat currently plays in 7 local Steamboat Bands, including: Wish You Were Pink, Heads All Empty, Constant Change, Bella Band, Chamberlin Birch, Speak of the Devil and The Worried Men.

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Twilight Yoga in the Strings Festival Park

Join us Wednesday evenings July 2 - August 13 at 7pm as teachers from Harmony Yoga lead an all-levels yoga class set to classical music. $10 Suggested Donation.

Bring your yoga mat and a buddy to sunset classes in our beautiful Festival Park. Teachers from Harmony Yoga will lead all-levels, all-ages classes to the sounds of Strings' classical evening concert. Classes focus on breath for grounding, movement for alignment of energy and extra-long savasana for embodiment of our practice. Following the event, join your fellow yogis in a non-alcoholic drink reception as the sun sets on Mt. Werner. Come for the yoga, stay for community connection. Dress in layers for varying weather. Suggested donation benefits Strings Music Festival.

July 10, 2025

7:00 pm: Bruce Cockburn

Starts at $64.

Bruce Cockburn has written more than 400 songs on 35 albums over a career spanning more than 50 years, of which 23 have received gold or platinum certification. His guitar playing-both acoustic and electric-has placed him among the world's top instrumentalists. He has sold more than nine million albums worldwide and has been honored with 13 JUNO Awards.

One of Canada's finest artists, Bruce Cockburn has enjoyed an illustrious career shaped by politics, spirituality, and musical diversity. The Ottawa-born artist remains deeply respected for his activism on issues ranging from Indigenous rights and land mines to the environment and Third World debt, working with organizations such as Oxfam, Amnesty International, Doctors Without Borders, and Friends of the Earth.

His remarkable journey has seen him embrace folk, jazz, rock, and worldbeat styles while traveling to far-flung places such as Guatemala, Mali, Mozambique, and Nepal, writing memorable songs about his ever-expanding world of wonders.

Bruce Cockburn has written more than 400 songs on 35 albums over a career spanning more than 50 years, of which 23 have received gold or platinum certification. His guitar playing-both acoustic and electric-has placed him among the world's top instrumentalists.

He has sold more than nine million albums worldwide and has been honored with 13 JUNO Awards, induction into both the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Governor General's Performing Arts Award, and the title of Officer of the Order of Canada.

July 11, 2025

7:00 pm: Houndmouth

Starts at $58

"This is a general admission, standing room only show. All chairs will be removed.

Houndmouth is an American alternative band from New Albany, Indiana led by Matt Myers (guitar, vocals). Known for their unique blend of alternative rock and blues influences, they have gained a reputation for their energetic live performances and soulful sound.

On their latest album Good For You, Houndmouth share a collection of songs set in places as far-flung as the Alamo and the Hudson River, each populated by a motley cast of characters: fairy-tale princesses and vampires, parking-lot lovers, and wanna-be beauty queens. The result is a lovingly gathered catalogue of those wild and fleeting moments that stay lodged in our hearts forever, taking on a dreamlike resonance as years go by.

In a departure from the shambolic spirit of past work like Little Neon Limelight (Houndmouth's 2015 breakout, featuring the platinum-selling "Sedona"), Good For You bears a hi-fi minimalism that beautifully illuminates its finespun storytelling.

For Houndmouth, the making of Good For You allowed for a major leap forward in their songwriting and sound while recalling the pure abandon of the band's early days when they formed in the summer of 2011.

July 12, 2025

9:00 am: The Guild of Strings Music Festival's Kitchen and Garden Tour

Self-guided tour starts at $58. $64 after July, 1.
VIP starts at $115.

Explore secret gardens and stunning kitchens in Steamboat Springs.

Featured for 2025: A variety of beautiful kitchens and amazing gardens at five gorgeous homes spanning the Steamboat area. Exciting events and activities round out the tour:

- Breakfast at Strings Music Festival for tour kickoff
- Professional gardening and home design talks
- Live entertainment from local musicians
- Demonstrations by local artists
- Beautiful bike route

Tour proceeds support Strings Music Festival's diverse offerings in the Yampa Valley, including our free programs.

7:00 pm: Palaver Strings with Nicholas Phan: "A Change is Gonna Come"

Starts at $35.

Grammy-nominated Palaver Strings has made its mark as one of New England's most innovative chamber ensembles. Guided by a passion for engaging new audiences, addressing social justice issues, and amplifying underrepresented voices, Palaver is celebrated for their collaborative artistic programming and dynamic performances, as well their deep commitment to accessible education through the Palaver Music Center. Palaver Strings and acclaimed tenor Nicholas Phan perform a soulful tribute to the legendary Sam Cooke, showcasing classics from the iconic singer-songwriter's timeless catalog.

July 13, 2025

7:00 pm: Tab Benoit

Starts at $58.

I Hear Thunder marks the long-awaited return of four-time Grammy-nominated artist Tab Benoit. Renowned for his distinctive guitar tone and Otis Redding-esque voice, Benoit has been a captivating figure in the roots music world for over thirty years.

Tab's personal growth and advancement as a songwriter and musician have culminated in a benchmark recording. His new self-produced album, I Hear Thunder, released on his imprint Whiskey Bayou Records, is a testament to the fiery exuberance that first marked his career in 1992. The record not only showcases his artistic brilliance but also his profound commitment to environmental advocacy-a legacy that extends beyond the stage into the heart of the land that inspires his bluesy soul.

On Benoit's forthcoming national tour, fans will be delighted to hear new songs alongside selected tracks from his vast catalog. Benoit does more than play the blues-he defines its future while paying homage to its rich past.

July 16, 2025

10:00 am: Music on the Green: Amanda Hofer Trio

This event is free to attend and does not require tickets. All Music on the Green performances take place at the Yampa River Botanic Park.

Join us every Wednesday morning this summer for our weekly free concert series, co-presented by the Yampa River Botanic Park. With concerts lasting just 45 minutes, it's the perfect way to enjoy a summer morning.

This week's featured artist is the Amanda Hofer Trio. From the heart of the Yampa Valley emerges a powerful acoustic experience that defies expectations. Amanda Hofer, Darren Radach, and Eric Delaney have joined forces to create a dynamic trio that brings together their diverse musical backgrounds and shared passion for authentic live performance.

This powerhouse ensemble blends rock, funk, blues, and folk into a captivating acoustic sound that feels both familiar and refreshingly original. At the forefront stands Amanda Hofer, the "tiny powerhouse" whose vocals have drawn comparisons to legends like Etta James and Janis Joplin. Scene Magazine perfectly captured her essence: "Backed by an amazing band, tiny powerhouse Amanda Hofer came walking on the stage with vocal cords swinging for the fences."

On mandolin, vocals, and percussion, Darren Radach brings rhythmic complexity and melodic precision honed through his work with Ansel and the Brain Tattoos and The Matt Skinner Band. Completing the trio is Eric Delaney on guitar and vocals, whose soulful playing and technical prowess have been the foundation of projects like The Big Tasty and Eric Delaney's Taste Test.

Together, they create music that transcends the limitations of a three-piece acoustic setup. As Backstage Flash noted, Hofer's "power, raw explosive delivery and stage presence was and still is profoundly indescribable," and now supported by the intricate instrumentation of Radach and Delaney, the trio delivers performances that captivate audiences throughout the Yampa Valley and beyond.

Far from "traditional barroom fare," Hofer, Radach and Delaney offer sophisticated musicianship, soulful vocals, and an infectious energy that turns every venue into an intimate celebration of sound, story, and spirit.

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Twilight Yoga in the Strings Festival Park

Join us Wednesday evenings July 2 - August 13 at 7pm as teachers from Harmony Yoga lead an all-levels yoga class set to classical music. $10 Suggested Donation.

Bring your yoga mat and a buddy to sunset classes in our beautiful Festival Park. Teachers from Harmony Yoga will lead all-levels, all-ages classes to the sounds of Strings' classical evening concert. Classes focus on breath for grounding, movement for alignment of energy and extra-long savasana for embodiment of our practice. Following the event, join your fellow yogis in a non-alcoholic drink reception as the sun sets on Mt. Werner. Come for the yoga, stay for community connection. Dress in layers for varying weather. Suggested donation benefits Strings Music Festival.

Yoga will be canceled in bad weather. Call 970-89+5056×105 to confirm if class is running as scheduled.

Parking: please park in the Meadows Lot, across Pine Grove Rd. - enter at 1165 Bangtail Way. Classes take place in Strings Festival Park at the corner of Mt. Werner Road and Pine Grove Road.

7:00 pm: Anderson and Roe

Starts at $41.

Known for their adrenalized?performances, original compositions, and notorious music videos, Greg Anderson and Elizabeth Joy Roe are revolutionizing the piano duo experience for the 21st century. Described as "the most dynamic duo of this generation" (San?Francisco Classical Voice), "rock stars of the?classical music world" (Miami?Herald), and "the very model of complete 21st-century musicians" (The Washington?Post), the Anderson and Roe Piano Duo aims to make classical music?a relevant and powerful force around the?world. Their five critically acclaimed albums have spent?dozens of weeks at the top of the?Billboard Classical Charts, while their Emmy-nominated, self-produced music videos have been viewed by millions on YouTube?and at international film?festivals.  

2025 marks the 23rd anniversary of Anderson and Roe's debut. Since forming their dynamic musical partnership as students?at The Juilliard School, Anderson and Roe have toured extensively worldwide as recitalists and orchestral soloists; appeared on NPR, MTV, PBS, and the BBC; presented at numerous international leader symposiums; and served as hosts of NPR's "From the Top" and the Cliburn International Piano Competition. A?live performance by Anderson and Roe was handpicked to appear on the Sounds of?Juilliard CD celebrating the school's centenary.

Anderson and Roe believe strongly in the communicative?potential of music, and their performances, compositions, websites, videos,?recordings, and writings all serve this mission, bringing joy to people around?the world. As stated by the Northwest Reverb,?"[Anderson and Roe] swept?the audience into a cheering mass of humanity, making a strong case that?playing piano is the most fun thing that two people could ever do?together."

July 17, 2025

4:30 pm: Sunset Music Cruise

Cruise the serene waters of Lake Catamount on a piloted pontoon with musical entertainment by renowned local and national musicians at stops along the lake. Enjoy appetizers, beverages, socializing, extraordinary views, and a final sit-down dinner at this exclusive experience.

This event will take place Thursday, July 17, from 4:30-9:00pm at Lake Catamount. Tickets start at $600 and a portion of every ticket is tax deductible. Purchase by June 30 to take advantage of early bird pricing. Limited tickets available.

July 18, 2025

7:00 pm: John Oates: An Evening of Songs and Stories

Starts at $69.

John Oates is cofounder of the iconic music creators Hall and Oates, as well as an accomplished solo artist. He is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the American Songwriters Hall of Fame, and a recipient of the prestigious BMI Icon Award, as well as numerous American Music Awards, MTV Awards, and multiple Grammy nominations.

Since embarking on a solo career in 1999, John has recorded seven solo albums: Phunk Shui, 1000 Miles of Life, Mississippi Mile, The Bluesville Sessions, Good Road To Follow, Arkansas, and Live from Nashville with the Good Road Band. In addition, his 2017 autobiography Change of Seasons, released by St. Martin's Press, became an Amazon bestseller.

In 2023, he released a series of new original digital singles distributed by The Orchard in a wide variety of eclectic styles, as well as penning another series of songs for the feature film Gringa. His new album Reunion was released last May. He is currently performing an intimate series of solo acoustic shows called An Evening of Songs and Stories in America and around the world.

July 19, 2025

7:00 pm: Manhattan Chamber Players

Music for the Community: Pay-What-You-Can.

The?Manhattan Chamber Players?are a chamber music collective of New York-based musicians who share the common aim of performing the greatest works in the chamber repertoire at the highest level. ?Formed in 2015 by Artistic Director and violist Luke Fleming, MCP?is comprised of an?impressive roster of musicians who all come from the tradition of great music making at the Marlboro Music Festival, Steans Institute at Ravinia, Music@Menlo, Yellow Barn Chamber Music Festival and Perlman Music Program, and are former students of the Curtis Institute, Juilliard School, Colburn School, and the New England Conservatory.

At the core of MCP's inspiration is its members' joy in playing this richly varied repertoire with longtime friends and colleagues, with whom they have been performing?since they were students. ?Its roster allows for the programming of the entire core string, wind, and piano chamber music repertoire-from piano duos to clarinet quintets to string octets. ?While all its members have independent careers as soloists and chamber musicians, they strive for every opportunity to come together and again share in this special collaboration.

The Manhattan Chamber Players have been featured multiple times on NPR's Performance Today, and is the Ensemble-in-Residence at both the Festival de Febrero in Mexico and the Crescent City Chamber Music Festival in New Orleans. In addition to its numerous concerts across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, MCP regularly tours in Asia and the Middle East, and has led chamber music residency programs at institutions throughout the U.S. and abroad.

July 20, 2025

7:00 pm: Lucinda Williams

Starts at $92.

Lucinda Williams' music has gotten her through her darkest days. It's been that way since growing up amid family chaos in the Deep South, as she recounts in her candid new memoir, Don't Tell Anybody the Secrets I Told You. Music has also driven her recovery from a debilitating stroke she suffered on November 17, 2020, at age 67.

Her masterful, multi-Grammy Award-winning songwriting has never deserted her. Her stunning sixteenth studio album, Stories from a Rock n Roll Heart, brims with some of the best work of her career. And though Williams can no longer play her beloved guitar-a constant companion since age 12-her distinctive vocals sound better than ever.

Williams was recently honored by BMI for her songwriting, inducted into the Austin City Limits Hall of Fame, and celebrated during Grammy Week at the Troubadour. She also won a Grammy Award for her duet with Willie Nelson on Billy Joe Shaver's "Live Forever."

As she promises on the final track of Stories from a Rock n Roll Heart-one of the best albums of her career-Lucinda Williams is "never gonna fade away."

July 22, 2025

7:00 pm: Chris Isaak

Starts at $179.

Over the course of his forty-year career, Platinum-selling and Grammy-nominated singer and actor Chris Isaak has performed to sold-out crowds across the globe with his longtime band Silvertone. His music and film credits include thirteen critically acclaimed studio albums, twelve chart-topping singles along with several motion pictures, such as The Silence of the Lambs and That Thing You Do!.

His work has also taken him behind the scenes, creating music for multiple film soundtracks, including Eyes Wide Shut, True Romance, Wild at Heart, and Blue Velvet. Isaak has starred in his own critically acclaimed television series The Chris Isaak Show on SHOWTIME, has previously served as a judge on The X Factor Australia, and hosted the music talk show, The Chris Isaak Hour on BIO. 2024 marked the 35th Anniversary of Isaak's beloved Heart-Shaped World album, which includes his breakthrough classic "Wicked Game". Isaak was recently honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance by the Americana Honors.

July 23, 2025

10:00 am: Music on the Green: Bootleg Trio

This event is free to attend and does not require tickets. All Music on the Green performances take place at the Yampa River Botanic Park.

Join us every Wednesday morning this summer for our weekly free concert series, co-presented by the Yampa River Botanic Park. With concerts lasting just 45 minutes, it's the perfect way to enjoy a summer morning.

This week's featured artist is the Bootleg Trio, a band of veteran Steamboat musicians who love American music from a wide variety of genres. The band performs original music alongside tunes bootlegged from popular and lesser-known artists.

The band features: Tbone Williams (guitar), Kris Lindahl (saxophone), Bob Gumbrecht (bass), and Carlos Acosta (drums). Tbone played for thirty years in Kansas City before moving to Steamboat five years ago with firm roots in blues, country, rock and soul. Kris is a longtime Steamboat local, playing sax in multiple groups and genres for close to 40 years with roots in jazz, progressive rock, blues, and funk. Bob is a longtime Steamboat local, playing bass for more than three decades, with roots in punk and progressive rock, jazz, and funk. Carlos is an adopted, local musician of thirty-five years, with proficiency in blues, rock, reggae and Latin feels, with the voice of an angel and heart of gold.

7:00 pm: Weiss Kaplan Carr Trio

Starts at $41.

The Weiss-Kaplan-Carr Trio, featuring pianist Yael Weiss, violinist Mark Kaplan, and cellist Colin Carr, unites three internationally acclaimed artists renowned for their exceptional musicianship and commitment to chamber music. With performances spanning the globe, the trio brings together Weiss's poetic sensitivity, Kaplan's expressive artistry on his historic Stradivari violin, and Carr's vibrant cello playing praised worldwide. Individually celebrated through prestigious awards, international competitions, and acclaimed recordings-the ensemble is distinguished by their unified musical vision.

Yael Weiss, piano

Award-winning Israeli-American pianist Yael Weiss has performed worldwide including at Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall, Bolshoi Hall, Seoul's Arts Center and Tokyo's Gotanda Center. Her discography includes solo, concerto and chamber music works by over a dozen composers.  On her recent release of The Complete Beethoven Piano Trios (with violinist Mark Kaplan and cellist Peter Stumpf) Gramophone Magazine compared Weiss to Beethoven himself "…as if the composer were at the keyboard".  

She is curator of the groundbreaking commissioning and performing project 32 Bright Clouds: Beethoven Conversations Around the World, bringing together new piano works from countries of conflict, all unified by Beethoven's "Call for Inward and Outward Peace".

Ms. Weiss has been honored with distinguished prizes from the Naumburg International Piano Competition and the Ko?ciuszko Foundation Chopin Piano Competition. She has served on the faculties of Indiana University and UC-Santa Barbara. Her teachers included Richard Goode and Leon Fleisher.

Mark Kaplan, violin

A leading violinist of his generation and a laureate of the Leventritt International Competition, Mark Kaplan has appeared with nearly every major American orchestra, including the New York and Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestras, the Cleveland and Philadelphia Orchestras; as well as the great symphonies of Europe and Asia. He has appeared regularly at festivals such as Aspen, Chautauqua, Grant Park, Ravinia, Saratoga and Wolf Trap.

Deeply devoted to chamber music, Kaplan has been playing and recording trios for 45 years, first in the Golub-Kaplan-Carr trio and now in the Weiss-Kaplan-Stumpf Trio. He is a graduate of The Juilliard School, where he was a student of Dorothy DeLay and recipient of the Fritz Kreisler Memorial Scholarship. He plays a violin made by Antonio Stradivari in 1685, known as the Marquis.

Mark Kaplan is Professor of Violin at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music.

Colin Carr, cello

Colin Carr appears throughout the world as a soloist, chamber musician, recording artist, and teacher. He has played with major orchestras worldwide, including the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, The Philharmonia, Royal Philharmonic, BBC Symphony, the orchestras of Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington, Philadelphia, Montréal and all the major orchestras of Australia and New Zealand. Conductors with whom he has worked include Rattle, Gergiev, Dutoit, Elder, Skrowasczewski and Marriner.

Chamber music plays an important role in his musical life. He is a frequent visitor to international festivals and has appeared often as a guest with the Guarneri and Emerson string quartets and with New York's Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.

He has held teaching positions at the New England Conservatory and the Royal Academy of Music. St John's College, Oxford created the post of "Musician in Residence" for him. Since 2002 he has been a professor at Stony Brook University in New York.

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Twilight Yoga in the Strings Festival Park

Join us Wednesday evenings July 2 - August 13 at 7pm as teachers from Harmony Yoga lead an all-levels yoga class set to classical music. $10 Suggested Donation.

Bring your yoga mat and a buddy to sunset classes in our beautiful Festival Park. Teachers from Harmony Yoga will lead all-levels, all-ages classes to the sounds of Strings' classical evening concert. Classes focus on breath for grounding, movement for alignment of energy and extra-long savasana for embodiment of our practice. Following the event, join your fellow yogis in a non-alcoholic drink reception as the sun sets on Mt. Werner. Come for the yoga, stay for community connection. Dress in layers for varying weather. Suggested donation benefits Strings Music Festival.

July 24, 2025

7:00 pm: Firefall

Starts at $58.

Firefall is an American country rock band that formed in Boulder, Colorado in 1974. Their radio hits include "You Are The Woman," "Just Remember I Love You," "Strange Way," "Cinderella," "Headed for a Fall," and "Staying with It." 50 years after their debut, founder Jock Bartley and the gang are still going strong, touring the world and bringing their music to the fans.

July 26, 2025

7:00 pm: Harmonic Dialogues

Starts at $46.

Join celebrated musicians Vijay Gupta (violin), Leah Ferguson (viola), Joel Noyes (cello), Benjamin Hochman (piano), Ricardo Morales (clarinet), and Richard Deane (horn) for an evening of captivating chamber music featuring Dohnányi's spirited Sextet in C major, Op. 37 and Brahms' passionate Piano Quartet in G minor, Op. 25. Experience intimate musical conversations filled with depth, warmth, and exhilarating energy.

July 27, 2025

7:00 pm: Rhiannon Giddens and The Old-Time Revue

Starts at $76

A two-time Grammy Award-winning singer and multi-instrumentalist, MacArthur "Genius" grant recipient, Pulitzer Prize winner, and composer of opera, ballet, and film, Giddens has centered her work around the mission of lifting up people whose contributions to American musical history have previously been overlooked or erased.

Rhiannon Giddens has made a singular, iconic career out of stretching her brand of folk music, with its miles-deep historical roots and contemporary sensibilities, into just about every field imaginable. A two-time Grammy Award-winning singer and multi-instrumentalist, MacArthur "Genius" grant recipient, Pulitzer Prize winner, and composer of opera, ballet, and film, Giddens has centered her work around the mission of lifting up people whose contributions to American musical history have previously been overlooked or erased, and advocating for a more accurate understanding of the country's musical origins through art.

As Pitchfork once said, "few artists are so fearless and so ravenous in their exploration"-a journey that has led to NPR naming her one of its 25 Most Influential Women Musicians of the 21st Century and to American Songwriter calling her "one of the most important musical minds currently walking the planet."

July 30, 2025

10:00 am: Music on the Green: C Scott Music

This event is free to attend and does not require tickets. All Music on the Green performances take place at the Yampa River Botanic Park.

Join us every Wednesday morning this summer for our weekly free concert series, co-presented by the Yampa River Botanic Park. With concerts lasting just 45 minutes, it's the perfect way to enjoy a summer morning.

This week's featured artist is C. Scott, a folk musician whose sound bridges the rugged Tennessee hills of his upbringing with the mystic twang of the Southwest. His music combines early roots-folk with a story-driven style, reflecting the triumphs and struggles of the blue-collar grind and life beyond the 9-to-5. For years, he pursued another career, leaving music on the back burner, but songwriting never left him. His return led to Wrong Horizons, a debut album that reignited his passion.

After his Broadway covers gained traction on social media, he began recording an EP reimagining these classics, which will be released in the summer of 2025. When he's not performing, C. Scott spends time with his partner and their animals-five chickens (Dolly, Patsy, Tammy, Loretta, and Emmylou), two cats (Scout and Tillie), and a horse (Bee). You'll often find him playing shows around Denver, sharing stories through music.

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Twilight Yoga in the Strings Festival Park

Join us Wednesday evenings July 2 - August 13 at 7pm as teachers from Harmony Yoga lead an all-levels yoga class set to classical music. $10 Suggested Donation.

Bring your yoga mat and a buddy to sunset classes in our beautiful Festival Park. Teachers from Harmony Yoga will lead all-levels, all-ages classes to the sounds of Strings' classical evening concert. Classes focus on breath for grounding, movement for alignment of energy and extra-long savasana for embodiment of our practice. Following the event, join your fellow yogis in a non-alcoholic drink reception as the sun sets on Mt. Werner. Come for the yoga, stay for community connection. Dress in layers for varying weather. Suggested donation benefits Strings Music Festival.

7:00 pm: Trios of Passion

Starts at $35.

Join acclaimed artists Vijay Gupta (violin), Joel Noyes (cello), and Benjamin Hochman (piano) for an evening filled with deeply expressive chamber music. Experience the emotional intensity of Rachmaninoff's haunting Trio No. 1 in G minor, followed by Tchaikovsky's epic and heartfelt Piano Trio in A minor, Op. 50. Let yourself be swept away by this powerful musical journey of love, loss, and lyrical beauty.

July 31, 2025

11:00 am: Coffee Talk with Jamey Lamar 2025

This event is free to attend and does not require tickets. All Coffee Talks take place at Dusky Grouse Coffee.

Join Jamey Lamar, recording engineer and lecturer, as he delves into the rich and fascinating world of music. Musical Talks bring music enthusiasts of all ages together for intimate roundtable discussions about music theory and history. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just a music lover, these talks are a great opportunity to expand your knowledge and deepen your appreciation for this timeless art form.

7:00 pm: Pure Prairie League

Starts at $69.

From their beginnings in mid-sixties Ohio as a group of friends playing cover tunes to the present-day lineup featuring the propulsive rhythm team of drummer Scott Thompson and bassist Jared Camic, keyboard master Randy Harper, guitar ace/vocalist Jeff Zona, and pedal steel/saxophonist John Heinrich, Pure Prairie League continues to build upon the rich, 50-plus-year history of one of country rock's pioneering forces.

Their eponymous first album-featuring the Norman Rockwell/Saturday Evening Post cover that introduced fans to PPL's trademark cowpoke "Sad Luke"-has been hailed as a major early influence in the rising popularity of country rock music. Their second effort, the multi-platinum Bustin' Out, brought us the Craig Fuller-penned classic "Amie," along with other gems of the genre.

With "Two Lane Highway", nine more albums, and countless live performances, a legacy has been forged and enriched over the decades. Now in their sixth decade, Pure Prairie League continues to inspire a new generation of country rockers-including Keith Urban, Nickel Creek, Wilco, Counting Crows, and many others who cite PPL as a major influence.

With the release of their new album, Back On Track, Pure Prairie League brings it all full circle. The project features a dozen new songs that reflect the band's enduring sound, energy, and spirit-a sound that began in 1970 and continues to resonate with fans old and new.

August 1, 2025

7:00 pm: Jarabe Mexicano

Starts at $35

Jarabe Mexicano captures the nostalgic spirit of their border roots with their brand of "Bordeño-Soul," which honors the musical tastes and cultural influences of its members. Jarabe, which translates to ‘concoction,' highlights the eclectic mix of genres they perform ranging from Mexican folk, rock and roll, norteño/Tex-Mex to Latin rock, trio romántico, and popular cumbia. Their traditional mariachi string instruments and norteño-inspired drums complement dramatic vocals in English, Spanish, and Spanglish, and shows how this multi-generational ensemble embraces change while still honoring the past.

As educators, cultural ambassadors and advocates for the arts, the Vilar Performing Arts Center raves that Jarabe Mexicano is "thought-provoking, heartfelt, and engaging." Both their "Fiesta En Familia" concerts and educational outreach program "Día de los Muertos: A Celebration of Life" aim to create a deeper and more inclusive sense of family and community, with a special commitment to underserved groups. Jarabe has also shared the stage with Louie Pérez of Los Lobos and opened for internationally renowned acts Gaby Moreno and La Santa Cecilia.

August 2, 2025

7:00 pm: Czech Mates

Starts at $41.

Join acclaimed musicians Vijay Gupta (Violin), Claude Sim (Viola), Joel Noyes (Cello), and Benjamin Hochman (Piano) for an evening celebrating the vibrant heart of Czech chamber music. Featuring Janá?ek's soulful Dumka, Smetana's passionate Piano Trio in G minor, and Dvo?ák's spirited Piano Quartet No. 1, experience the warmth, lyricism, and joyful energy of these Czech masterpieces.

August 3, 2025

7:00 pm: Mountain Grass Unit

Mountain Grass Unit, a young quartet from Birmingham, Alabama, redefines bluegrass with a fresh narrative. Their journey began with a shared musical passion, and they have formed a sound that merges bluegrass with country, jazz, funk, rock, and metal influences.

Mountain Grass Unit, comprised of Drury Anderson (mandolin, vocals), Luke Black (guitar, vocals), Josiah Nelson (fiddle, vocals), and Sam Wilson (bass, vocals), blends tradition with bold exploration. Their debut EP, "Runnin' From Trouble," released in 2024, showcases their original music and inventive covers, inspired by legends like Tony Rice and Billy Strings.

 The EP, recorded at Nashville's Hartland Studios and produced by Mike Harris (Old Crow Medicine Show), captures their live energy. The leading single, "Hey Mama," explores life's transitions with inquisitive lyrics, while "Cicada Song" and "Smugglin'" highlight their funk and traditional sides.

 2024 marked a turning point with performances at Renewal, DelFest, and WinterWondergrass, broadening their audience and deepening their musical exploration. With plans for extensive touring, festival sets, and new music, Mountain Grass Unit is ready to share their luminous sound with the world, each performance a new chapter in their unfolding story.

August 5, 2025

6:00 pm: Erinys Quartet Community Concert

Head west to the Hayden Granary for an evening of live music with Erinys Quartet! Indulge in delicious offerings from Alpenglow Winery, Hayden Taphouse, and Sage and Spirit while experiencing the unique charm of this historic gathering place, all while supporting Hayden's historic preservation efforts.

Named for the Erinyes (a.k.a. the Furies) from the Greek tragedy Oresteia by Aeschylus, and with roots in Estonia, Lithuania, Greece, the United States, and Finland, the Erinys Quartet was founded in 2018 at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, where they worked closely with cellist Marko Ylönen.

Since the autumn of 2023, they have been the Nina von Maltzahn String Quartet-in-Residence at the Curtis Institute of Music. During the 2024-25 season, the Erinys Quartet performs throughout Europe and the United States, with concerts in Greece, Hungary, Germany, Spain, the United Kingdom, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Virginia, Florida, Minnesota, Colorado, New Mexico, and California.

They have also been featured in festivals and concert series such as the Mimir Chamber Music Festival in Fort Worth, Texas; Festival Groba in Ponteareas, Spain; the inaugural Dover Quartet Workshop at the Curtis Institute; as well as the Professional String Quartet Seminar with the Pacifica Quartet and Atar Arad (Cleveland Quartet) at Indiana University.

August 6, 2025

10:00 am: Music on the Green: Suzy and Andy Pratt

This event is free to attend and does not require tickets. All Music on the Green performances take place at the Yampa River Botanic Park.

Join us every Wednesday morning this summer for our weekly free concert series, co-presented by the Yampa River Botanic Park. With concerts lasting just 45 minutes, it's the perfect way to enjoy a summer morning.

This week's featured artists, Andy and Suzy Pratt, are a soulful musical duo blending jazz, blues, and folk into a heartfelt, harmony-rich sound. Their journey began in 2018 when they fell in love making music together-first as creative partners, then as soulmates. Since then, they've married, started a family, and put down roots in the wild beauty of North Routt, Colorado.

Andy brings his talents on piano, banjo, guitar, and vocals, while Suzy plays guitar, percussion, and sings. Together they create intimate, acoustic-driven sets filled with rich storytelling, improvisation, and emotion. Whether performing original songs or putting their own spin on timeless classics, Andy and Suzy invite listeners into their world-a space where music, love, and life intertwine. Their performances are a celebration of connection: to each other, to their audience, and to the music that brought them together.

7:00 pm: Strings Unbound

Starts at $46.

Experience an inspiring evening of chamber music featuring renowned string artists Elizabeth Stewart, Joosep Reimaa, Sheryl Staples, Katherine Bormann (violins), Marija Räisänen, Erina Laraby Goldwasser (violas), Stergios Theodoridis, and Austin Fisher (cellos). Delight in Boccherini's luminous String Quintet in E major, followed by an exciting premiere piece performed by the Erinys String Quartet, and Mendelssohn's dazzling Octet in E-flat major-a youthful masterpiece full of virtuosity and exuberance.

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Twilight Yoga in the Strings Festival Park

Join us Wednesday evenings July 2 - August 13 at 7pm as teachers from Harmony Yoga lead an all-levels yoga class set to classical music. $10 Suggested Donation.

Bring your yoga mat and a buddy to sunset classes in our beautiful Festival Park. Teachers from Harmony Yoga will lead all-levels, all-ages classes to the sounds of Strings' classical evening concert. Classes focus on breath for grounding, movement for alignment of energy and extra-long savasana for embodiment of our practice. Following the event, join your fellow yogis in a non-alcoholic drink reception as the sun sets on Mt. Werner. Come for the yoga, stay for community connection. Dress in layers for varying weather. Suggested donation benefits Strings Music Festival.

August 7, 2025

7:00 pm: TopHouse

Starts at $35.

 "Fast-paced, high-energy foot stompers. Ballads that'll make you cry. It's kind of like a rock band married old-fashioned bluegrass and had a little baby. And named it TopHouse."

A lot of people ask us what genre we are. The truth is, we don't know. Check out some of our music and let us know what you think. In reality, if you really want to get to know about TopHouse, y'all should shoot us a message and say hi, come to a show, or listen to some music! Why not all three?

TopHouse was created in 2015 by two Montana music majors, guitarist/songwriter Jesse Davis and violinist William Cook before adding Joseph Larson (lead singer and guitar/banjo player,) and Andy LaFave (piano) in 2017 and 2022 respectively. After being vaulted to local fame in their birthplace of Missoula, with the Missoulian naming TopHouse one of the top 5 best new bands (two years in a row we might add), the band moved to Nashville, TN.

August 8, 2025

11:00 am: Open Rehearsal for Families

All ages are invited to the Strings Pavilion for an Open Rehearsal as classical musicians prepare for the upcoming concert: Rhapsody in Blue.

Peer behind the curtain as classical musicians prepare for an exciting performance. This event is open to the public, giving families and friends an exclusive opportunity to gain insight into the inner workings of concert preparation. Children of all ages are welcome to attend!

August 9, 2025

7:00 pm: Rhapsody in Blue

Starts at $69.

Celebrate the orchestra with conductor Andrew Grams, featuring a vibrant showcase of American music. Opening with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Jessie Montgomery's dazzling Starburst, followed by Hovhaness's reflective Alleluia and Fugue. Pianist Joanne Pearce-Martin brings Gershwin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue to life, capturing its jazz-infused brilliance. After intermission, enjoy Copland's poignant Quiet City, spotlighting trumpet and English horn, and conclude with the beloved chamber version of Appalachian Spring, a timeless tribute to American optimism and spirit.

August 10, 2025

7:00 pm: Morgan James Symphonic Soul

Starts at $87.

Catch classically trained vocalist, Broadway veteran, and recording artist Morgan James in a very special performance with the Strings Festival Orchestra.

 Morgan recently premiered two new symphonic programs with maestro Ted Sperling: "Clouds in my Coffee: the trailblazing music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon" and "Kodachrome", celebrating Paul Simon.  

Morgan is a frequent symphony pops soloist, whose appearances includes Francisco,  Ravinia Festival, Philadelphia, Virginia, Wheeling, Cleveland Pops, Houston, Sun Valley Music Festival, American Pops Orchestra, Spokane, Detroit, Harrisburg, San Diego, Utah, Youngstown, Fort Meyers, Kansas City, Charlotte, Allentown, East Lansing, Atlanta, Colorado, and many more.

 On Broadway, Morgan has appeared in five original Broadway casts: Motown: The Musical, Godspell, Wonderland, The Addams Family and Kristin Chenoweth's For The Girls. With viral sensation Postmodern Jukebox and her own channel, her videos on YouTube have garnered 300 million views (and counting).

 As a recording artist, Morgan just released her fifth studio album of original soul music entitled Nobody's Fool, as well as a live album from Antone's in Austin, Texas. Her music is available on all streaming platforms.

She is joined by musicians from the Strings Festival Orchestra-representing the nation's top orchestras-for this one-of-a-kind performance.

August 13, 2025

10:00 am: Music on the Green: Kolby Morris-Dahary

This event is free to attend and does not require tickets. All Music on the Green performances take place at the Yampa River Botanic Park.

Join us every Wednesday morning this summer for our weekly free concert series, co-presented by the Yampa River Botanic Park. With concerts lasting just 45 minutes, it's the perfect way to enjoy a summer morning.

This week's featured artist, Rabbi Kolby Morris-Dahary, is the Rabbi of Har Mishpacha: Jewish Congregation of Steamboat and the founder and director of STAND (Steamboat Team to Disrupt Antisemitism and Discrimination). With backgrounds in vocal music performance, ethnomusicology, and West African percussion and dance, Rabbi Kolby is passionate about integrating music from diverse cultures and traditions into her work. This summer, she looks forward to bringing these rich musical influences to Strings, creating an experience for all ages that celebrates global cultural music.

Rabbi Kolby is dedicated to fostering inclusive communities, engaging in interfaith dialogue, and advocating for social justice. She lives with her family in Oak Creek, and they are excited to come dance at the green with us! Through her leadership, she strives to educate our Yampa Valley community about how to become upSTANDers, while nurturing spiritual growth and connection within our Jewish community.

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Twilight Yoga in the Strings Festival Park

Join us Wednesday evenings July 2 - August 13 at 7pm as teachers from Harmony Yoga lead an all-levels yoga class set to classical music. $10 Suggested Donation.

Bring your yoga mat and a buddy to sunset classes in our beautiful Festival Park. Teachers from Harmony Yoga will lead all-levels, all-ages classes to the sounds of Strings' classical evening concert. Classes focus on breath for grounding, movement for alignment of energy and extra-long savasana for embodiment of our practice. Following the event, join your fellow yogis in a non-alcoholic drink reception as the sun sets on Mt. Werner. Come for the yoga, stay for community connection. Dress in layers for varying weather. Suggested donation benefits Strings Music Festival.

7:00 pm: Cliburn Gold Medalist

Starts at $41.

Strings Music Festival is honored to welcome the Gold Medalist of the Seventeenth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. This exclusive performance offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience the artistry of one of the world's most promising pianists, fresh from their triumph at this prestigious competition.?

The Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, established in 1962, has long been revered as a launching pad for exceptional pianistic talent. Held every four years in Fort Worth, Texas, the 2025 edition is scheduled from May 21 to June 7, with the winner emerging as a beacon of musical excellence.

While the identity of the 2025 Gold Medalist remains to be determined, the caliber of past winners-including luminaries like Radu Lupu, Olga Kern, and Yunchan Lim-assures us of an artist whose performance will be both inspiring and unforgettable.

August 14, 2025

7:00 pm: Atlanta Rhythm Section

Starts at $87.

With over 50 years of hits and a place in the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, Atlanta Rhythm Section continues to bring their signature blend of smooth Southern rock to the stage. From "So Into You" to "Spooky," their live shows are packed with iconic tracks, top-tier musicianship, and the timeless energy that made them legends of the genre.

With over five decades of music and a place in the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, Atlanta Rhythm Section (ARS) remains a defining voice in Southern rock. Known for smooth, soulful hits like "So Into You," "Imaginary Lover," and "Spooky," ARS blends rock, blues, and country into a sound that's distinctly their own.

After reuniting in the 1990s and releasing Atlanta Rhythm Section '96, the band reignited their fan base with fresh takes on classic hits and new material. Albums like Partly Plugged and Eufaula showcased their continued songwriting strength and musical evolution. Despite lineup changes and personal challenges, ARS has remained resilient, welcoming new talent like vocalist Andy Anderson and guitarist David Anderson to carry the torch.

Today, ARS continues to tour, bringing their legendary catalog and exceptional musicianship to the stage. Their performances are a testament to the enduring power of well-crafted songs and the timeless appeal of Southern rock done right.

August 15, 2025

5:30 pm: Jon Muq House Party at Alpine Mountain Ranch

Don't miss this special private concert from Ugandan-raised and Texas-based singer-songwriter John Muq. With his debut album releasing May 31st-produced by Dan Auerbach-and recent tours alongside Billy Joel, Norah Jones, Mavis Staples, Amythyst Kiah, and Corinne Bailey Rae, Muq continues to broaden his musical influence and connect with audiences around the world.

At our signature House Parties, guests enjoy a private concert, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a lively QandA, and a chance to mingle with musicians. These very special events are fundraisers to support Strings' free programs in the Yampa Valley, including Strings School Days.

August 16, 2025

7:00 pm: Jon Muq

Starts at $35.

For Jon Muq, a singer-songwriter born in Uganda and now living in Austin, Texas, music is part of a larger conversation he's having with the world and everybody in it. With his May 31st debut album with producer Dan Auerbach and tours with Billy Joel, Norah Jones, Mavis Staples, Amythyst Kiah, Corinne Bailey Rae, and others, Muq is expanding the scope of his music to speak to more and more people.

For Jon Muq, a singer-songwriter born in Uganda and now living in Austin, Texas, music is part of a larger conversation he's having with the world and everybody in it. Drawing from African as well as western musical trends and traditions, he devises songs as small gifts, designed to settle into everyday life and provoke reflection and resilience. "These days the world is sad," he explains, "so I wanted to make happy songs. I wanted to write songs that connected with the listener in a very personal way. When someone listens to my music, it's not just about me and what I'm singing. It's about how they understand the songs individually. I think these songs can speak many languages, depending on what you want from them."

Muq's experiences as a child in Uganda and as a man in America give him a unique perspective on the world he's addressing. "I grew up in a very different life, where so many people pass through hard times just because they don't have much. Our biggest issue was food scarcity. Then I came to a different world, which gave me a picture of how to write a song that can find balance with everyone wherever they are, whether they have a lot or not much." With his May 31st debut album with producer Dan Auerbach and tours with Billy Joel, Norah Jones, Mavis Staples, Amythyst Kiah, Corinne Bailey Rae, and others, Muq is expanding the scope of his music to speak to more and more people.

August 19, 2025

7:00 pm: Crystal Gayle

Starts at $81.

Grammy Award-winning songstress Crystal Gayle is a beloved country music icon whose reign in the music business includes 22 No. 1 country hits, four top twenty pop hits, six albums certified Gold by the RIAA and three certified Platinum, including We Must Believe in Magic which was the first album by a female artist in country music history to reach platinum sales.

Her list of platinum and gold is matched by her awards and accolades. CMA's "Female Vocalist of the Year" for two consecutive years, Crystal is also a Grammy Award winner for "Best Female Vocal Performance" thanks to her timeless, international smash hit "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue" - a song that she today admits she has never grown tired of singing. Crystal has three Academy of Country Music Awards statuettes for "Top Female Vocalist" and won four American Music Awards. Not surprisingly, she was named the Most Performed Country Female Artist on radio for the decade of 1975-1985.

Perhaps nothing sums up Crystal's career achievements better than being awarded with a star on the fabled Hollywood Walk of Fame in October 2009. Famous for her nearly floor-length hair, Crystal was voted one of the 50 most beautiful people in the world by People Magazine and in 2016 the Academy of Country Music honored her with the Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award. Gayle was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in January 2017 by her sister and Opry legend Loretta Lynn.  

August 20, 2025

10:00 am: Music on the Green: Chantil Dukart

This event is free to attend and does not require tickets. All Music on the Green performances take place at the Yampa River Botanic Park.

Join us every Wednesday morning this summer for our weekly free concert series, co-presented by the Yampa River Botanic Park. With concerts lasting just 45 minutes, it's the perfect way to enjoy a summer morning.

This week's featured artist, Chantil Dukart, is a nationally acclaimed indigenous jazz funk fusion artist based in Denver that combines the art of jazz with the fun of funk and the soul of hip hop. Chantil's recent album Lady and the Champ features incredible artistry including Adam Deitch and Isaac Teel on drums, Benny Bloom and Parris Fleming on trumpet. Chantil has performed with greats such as Jill Scott, Nikki Glaspie and Esperanza Spalding.

August 24, 2025

7:00 pm: Allen Stone

Starts at $64.

With a voice that channels the spirit of classic soul and a style that blends funk, gospel, folk-rock, and RandB, Allen Stone delivers electrifying live performances that have won him fans around the globe. From humble beginnings in small-town Washington to sharing stages with legends like Stevie Wonder and Chris Stapleton, Stone's heartfelt music and magnetic energy make him one of today's most compelling voices in modern soul. Don't miss this powerful night of groove, grit, and emotion.

Allen Stone, a soul/RandB luminary, has captivated global audiences with his electrifying performances and heartfelt melodies, embodying the essence of classic soul legends while forging a sound all his own. His genre-defying style-blending elements of funk, gospel, folk-rock, and soul-has earned him critical acclaim and a devoted fanbase.

Stone's musical journey began in Chewelah, Washington, where he was raised on gospel music as the son of a pastor. After relocating to Seattle, he hit the road in his '87 Buick, tirelessly touring the West Coast and quickly gaining recognition for his dynamic, high-energy live shows. At the height of his rise, Stone was playing up to 200 shows a year, sharing stages with musical greats like Stevie Wonder, Al Green, Dave Matthews Band, Erykah Badu, and Gary Clark Jr. More recently, he hit the road with Chris Stapleton, further cementing his status as a powerhouse performer in the modern music scene.

Stone's latest release, Mystery-featuring a collaboration with PJ Morton-continues to earn accolades, bringing infectious rhythms and emotional resonance that affirm his place as a bold, influential voice in contemporary soul. With more new music on the horizon in 2025, along with festival appearances and continued support dates with Chris Stapleton, Allen Stone remains one of the most compelling artists in soul and RandB today.

September 19, 2025

7:00 pm: Hot Tuna

Starts at $69

Hot Tuna, an iconic American blues rock band, has been delivering a profound musical experience to fans around the world for over six decades. Formed by Jefferson Airplane's Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady, the band has captivated audiences with their dynamic blend of blues, rock, and improvisational mastery. Their enduring passion and innovation have solidified their status as music legends, continuing to inspire with their timeless sound.

The story of Hot Tuna begins with Jefferson Airplane, a pioneering psychedelic rock band of the 1960s. Guitarist Jorma Kaukonen and bassist Jack Casady were at the heart of Jefferson Airplane, contributing to its distinctive sound and monumental success. As members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Grammy Award-winners, Kaukonen and Casady helped shape the musical landscape of the era, leaving an indelible mark on the history of rock and roll.

Hot Tuna has consistently evolved throughout their career, experimenting with different styles and sounds while staying true to their blues roots. Casady, long considered one of rock's first bass heroes, has been a driving force behind this evolution. His creativity is evidenced by his continually evolving bass solos in his extensive library of songs and live performances. At almost 85 years of age, Kaukonen remains at the apex of his skills, captivating audiences with his husky voice and proficient blues licks that rival the iconic leads of many blues rock masters. Together, they are well-seasoned musicians and musical treasures.

Hot Tuna's journey is a testament to the enduring power of passion, creativity, and innovation. From their roots in Jefferson Airplane to their status as blues-rock legends, Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady have left an indelible mark on the music world. Hot Tuna remains one of American music's most innovative rock and roll bands, continuing to inspire and captivate audiences with their timeless sound and unwavering dedication to their craft.

October 4, 2025

7:00 pm: Dawes Duo

Starts at $69.

For the first time in almost a decade, brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith grace the cover of a Dawes record. It's just the two of them this time, and as such, Oh Brother marks a distinctive new chapter for the California rock band - one that is both introspective and accessible, all while maintaining their beloved sense of sincerity.

Oh Brother steers Dawes decidedly forward, honoring 15 years of Taylor and Griffin's musical relationship, as well as the next era of their band. Each of the nine songs began with just Taylor on guitar and vocals and Griffin on drums. They initially tracked each one live together, before adding in additional instrumentation and collaborating with touring guitarist Trevor Menear in the studio. Additionally, Oh Brother is the first record the brothers have co-produced, working alongside longtime friend Mike Viola.

At this point in the Goldsmith's career, Dawes has cemented itself as one of the most earnest, no-******** musical acts out there. They're a band that can move seamlessly between folk rock, piano ballads, and sprawling jams while maintaining both an immediately recognizable sound and a freedom from expectations. Even as the Goldsmith brothers navigates new chapters in their personal and professional lives, Oh Brother shows how they remain creative, ambitious, and inspired - what it means to be lifers in a band together.

October 10, 2025

6:00 pm: Musical Stargazing at Legacy Ranch with Jay Roemer

Live Americana and classical music accompany an astronomy lesson and hands-on viewing during this unique collaboration between Strings Music Festival and Yampatika.

Look. Learn. Listen. This unique program is a collaboration between Strings Music Festival and Yampatika. The evening will feature music from Jay Roemer on Friday night. Colorado Mountain College professor Paul McCudden will teach basic astronomy as the sun sets and stars rise in the autumn sky. Participants will be able to safely view celestial objects through telescopes. Bring a dinner picnic and enjoy!

October 11, 2025

6:00 pm: Musical Stargazing at Legacy Ranch with Chamberlin Birch

Live Americana music accompanies an astronomy lesson and hands-on viewing during this unique collaboration between Strings Music Festival and Yampatika.

Look. Learn. Listen. This unique program is a collaboration between Strings Music Festival and Yampatika. The evening will feature music from Chamberlin Birch on Saturday night. Colorado Mountain College professor Paul McCudden will teach basic astronomy as the sun sets and stars rise in the autumn sky. Participants will be able to safely view celestial objects through telescopes. Bring a dinner picnic and enjoy!

November 7, 2025

5:30 pm: BUGS

Starts at $18 Adult, $12 Junior (6-18) and $2 Kid (0-5)

BUGS is an interactive multimedia performance by acclaimed guitarist and composer Kaki King, designed to captivate young audiences and the young at heart. The show combines King's signature guitar projection mapping and drum-triggered effects to weave a delightful narrative centered around bugs, beetles, critters, and all things sugary.

Audiences are invited to engage actively-shouting out their favorite bugs, dancing along with animated insect characters projected onto the guitar, and immersing themselves in a playful exploration of nature's tiny creatures. The visual experience, crafted in collaboration with multimedia theater company GLITCH, features projections of insects, melting ice cream, bouncing toys, and more, creating a whimsical atmosphere. Musically, King blends live guitar performances with sound samples and field recordings from nature, all triggered in real time, offering a rich auditory journey. ?

BUGS is a celebration of curiosity and discovery, encouraging audiences to connect with the natural world through a fusion of music, technology, and interactive storytelling. Whether you're a child or simply young at heart, this show promises a unique and enchanting experience.

Date:
June 6 - November 7, 2025

Location:
Various Venues in Steamboat Springs, CO

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