30 years Wintergreen Music Festival!

Schedule of Events:

July 3, 2025

9:30?AM  10:30?AM - Coffee Talk: Season Preview with Erin Freeman

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 4, 2025

9:30?AM  10:30?AM - Coffee Talk: Anniversaries: From the Resort to the Music Festival, from Bizet to Ravel!

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn  39 Mountain Inn Loop, Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:30pm - Festive Fridays I: Opening Night – Jazz with John Winn & Friends

Kick off the 2025 Wintergreen Music Festival with a night of American jazz featuring John Winn & Friends. Join us for this festive and energetic Opening Night celebrating so many milestones in the Dunlop Pavilion – the 30th Anniversary of Wintergreen Music, the 50th Anniversary of Wintergreen Resort, the 10th Anniversary of Artistic Director Erin Freeman’s tenure, and America’s 249th birthday! Arrive as early as 6:30 pm to enjoy sparkling wine & light bites, courtesy of Wintergreen Club, or make reservations at one of the Resort dining options before this concert to remember! 

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 5, 2025

6:30pm - 7:30pm - Special Event: An American Salute with Orchestra!

At the generous invitation of Wintergreen Resort, the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra will return for an exciting family-friendly patriotic pops concert headlining Saturday night of the July Fourth Jubilee! Join Artistic Director Erin Freeman and the full orchestra for music from Broadway and Film to patriotic favorites such as America the Beautiful and Stars and Stripes Forever. There will even be a few singalongs, for those who want to join our impressive roster of musicians! Seating will be available on a first come, first served basis in Dunlop Pavilion, and we welcome you to bring your chairs and blankets to enjoy slopeside seating. (Free and open to the public.)

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 6, 2025

3:00?PM - 5:00?PM - Sunday MountainTop Masterworks I: Sound Tapestries: Bach, Haydn, Ravel & Friends

Watch our Festival Artists shine in this impressive orchestra concert led by multi-talented keyboardist and conductor Kamna Gupta! From the harpsichord, she will lead the orchestra in Bach’s exciting Brandenburg Concerto No. 3. Then, she’ll step onto the podium to lead the orchestra in Haydn’s colorful Symphony No. 7. and help us honor Ravel’s 150th birthday with his vibrant Le Tombeau de Couperin.  Whether you’re a MountainTop Masterworks regular or joining us for the first time, this is simply the perfect kickoff concert to our flagship series!

Concert Program:

Kamna Gupta, Conductor & Soloist

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750), Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G Major, BWV 1048

I. Allegro
II. Adagio
III. Allegro assai

Joseph Haydn (1732-1809), Symphony No. 7 in C Major, Hob. 1:7, "Le midi"

I. Adagio - Allegro
II. Recitativo - Adagio
III. Menuetto
IV. Finale: Allegro

Intermission

Sarah Kirkland Snider (b. 1973), Drink the Wild Ayre

Maurice Ravel (1875-1937), Le tombeau de Couperin, M.68a

I. Prélude
II. Forlane
III. Menuet
IV. Rigaudon

Tagged MountainTop Masterworks
Earlier Event: July 5
Special Event: An American Salute with Orchestra!
Later Event: July 7
Coffee Talk: Life as a Conductor with Kamna Gupta

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 7, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Life as a Conductor with Kamna Gupta

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:00pm - 9:00pm - Monday MountainTop Masterworks I: Sound Tapestries: Bach, Haydn, Ravel & Friends

Watch our Festival Artists shine in this impressive orchestra concert led by multi-talented keyboardist and conductor Kamna Gupta! rom the harpsichord, she will lead the orchestra in Bach’s exciting Brandenburg Concerto No. 3. Then, she’ll step onto the podium to lead the orchestra in Haydn’s colorful Symphony No. 7. and help us honor Ravel’s 150th birthday with his vibrant Le Tombeau de Couperin.  Whether you’re a MountainTop Masterworks regular or joining us for the first time, this is simply the perfect kickoff concert to our flagship series!

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 8, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Triple Threat: Playing More Than One Instrument in the Orchestra

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

11:00am - Special Event: Music & Nature Hike I – Our Musical Mountain

Rain Date: Wednesday, July 9 at 11:00 am

Presented in partnership with The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen 

Wintergreen Music partners with The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen in this first of two special event collaborations. Your hike will begin as Nature Foundation guides, Artistic Director Erin Freeman, and Festival Artists Charlie Messersmith and Joseph Beverly (clarinets) take you on a musical journey through Wintergreen’s mountain trails for an hour of reflection and inspiration.

Location: Train Location TBA 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

6:00pm - 9:00pm - In-Home Concert Special I: Duos & Trios

The ever popular In-Home Concert Special series is back, bringing together friends and  musicians for a vibrant social hour, all while enjoying delicious hors d’oeuvres, wine, and intimate musical performances. This program features duos and trios by Mozart, Piazzolla, and Dohnányi in a captivating display of musical depths, colors, and characteristics. Join our generous hosts John & Manja Blazer in their gorgeous mountain home. Space is limited.

Location: Mountain Home of John & Manja Blazer

July 9, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Life in the Orchestra

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:00pm - 9:00pm - Fresh Perspectives I: New Discoveries

Step into an evening of musical discovery, where buried treasures are brought back to life! Listen as composer Maurice Duruflé’s tender and plaintive melodies spin into rhapsodic and imaginative variations, as Brahms brings you along an intimate journey amid explorations of color and contrast, and as our Festival Artists introduce you to Loeffler’s brilliant 1897 Octet, rediscovered after 120 years and reconstructed in April 2020. 

Program:

Maurice Duruflé (1902-1986), Prélude, Récitatif et Variations for flute, viola, and piano, op. 3

Johannes Brahms (1833-1897), Viola Sonata No. 2 in E-Flat Major, op. 120

I. Allegro amabile
II. Allegro appassionata
III. Andante con moto – Allegro

Intermission

Charles Martin Loeffler (1861-1935), Octet for two clarinets, harp, string quartet, and double bass
I. Allegro moderato
II. Adagio molto
III. Andante – Allegro alla Zingara

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 10, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Grieg’s Piano Concerto

Location: Wintergreen Resort, 39 Mountain Inn Loop Roseland, VA 22967

7:30pm - 8:30pm - Mix, Mingle & Music I: Flights of Fancy at Veritas Vineyards and Winery

Immerse yourself in an evening of artistic discovery at Veritas Vineyard and Winery. This unique concert blends four distinct musical pieces with a thoughtfully paired drink flight (optional), offering a harmonious fusion of sound and flavor. The program showcases the timeless grace of Bach’s Cello Suites, the emotive richness of Röntgen-Maier’s String Quartet in A Major, the delicate charm of Rota's Sonata for Flute and Harp, and the reflective modernity of Wie’s Where Our Breath Comes From. As each composition unfolds, enjoy a selection of wines that enhance the mood and essence of the music, creating an experience that is both sophisticated and surprising.

Program:

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750), Selections from the Cello Suites

Jungyoon Wie (b. 1990), Where our Breath Comes From

Nino Rota (1911-1979), Sonata for flute and harp

I. Allegro molto moderato 
II. Andante sostenuto 
III. Allegro festoso
Amanda Röntgen-Maier (1853-1894), String Quartet in A Major
IV. Finale. Presto

Location: Veritas Vineyards, 151 Veritas Lane Afton, VA 22920

July 11, 2025

9:30am - 11:30am - Coffee Talk: Designing a New Symphony for the Mountain

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:30pm - 9:30pm - Festive Fridays II: A Wintergreen Birthday with TFC

Get ready for an unforgettable evening with TFC celebrating Wintergreen Music’s 30th birthday! This powerhouse ensemble will blend elements of Motown, funk, soul, and jazz, creating a high-energy sound that’s sure to have you on your feet! 

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 12, 2025

7:00?PM - 9:00?PM - Saturday MountainTop Masterworks II: Magic, Majesty & Music

Straight from her debut in the Netflix film Maestra, French-American conductor Mélisse Brunet will lead the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra in Mozart’s playful Overture to The Magic Flute. Then, Avery Gagliano, First Prize winner of the 2020 National Chopin Piano Competition and finalist of the prestigious 2025 American Pianists Awards, will join the orchestra for Grieg’s magnificent piano concerto. After intermission, join the Orchestra for a special Symphony for the Mountain, combining meaningful and inspiring movements from four different symphonies into one celebratory work for Wintergreen Music’s 30th Anniversary! 

Concert Program:

Mélisse Brunet, conductor

Avery Gagliano, pianist 

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791), Overture to The Magic Flute, K. 620

Edvard Grieg (1843-1907), Piano Concerto in A Minor, op. 16

I. Allegro molto moderato
II. Adagio
III. Allegro moderato molto e marcato

Intermission 
A Symphony for the Mountain 
I. Andante – Allegro from Symphony No. 2 in D Major, op. 35 Louise Farrenc (1804-1875)    
II. Adagietto from Symphony No. 5 Gustav Mahler (1860-1911)
III. Scherzo from Fantaisie symphonique in C Major, (“Roma”) Georges Bizet (1838-1875)
IV. Finale: Presto from Symphony No. 3 in C Major Franz Berwald (1796-1868) 

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 13, 2025

3:00pm - 5:00pm - Sunday MountainTop Masterworks II: Magic, Majesty & Music

Straight from her debut in the Netflix film Maestra, French-American conductor Mélisse Brunet will lead the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra in Mozart’s playful Overture to The Magic Flute. Then, Avery Gagliano, First Prize winner of the 2020 National Chopin Piano Competition and finalist of the prestigious 2025 American Pianists Awards, will join the orchestra for Grieg’s magnificent piano concerto. After intermission, join the Orchestra for a special Symphony for the Mountain, combining meaningful and inspiring movements from four different symphonies into one celebratory work for Wintergreen Music’s 30th Anniversary! 

Please note: This concert includes a pre-concert talk (beginning at 2:00 pm) with guest conductors to add color and perspective to your concert experience.

Avery Gagliano is represented by Curtis Artist Management at Curtis Institute of Music

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 14, 2025

9:30?AM - 10:30?AM - Coffee Talk: British Composers and Their Connection to Nature: Britten, Holst, Vaughan Williams & Elgar

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

6:30pm - 8:00pm - Special Event: Othello Wilson: Let Your Light Shine Showing at Oak Hill Baptist Church

Join us as we honor the rich musical heritage of Nelson County and its lasting legacy through the work of renowned music educator Othello Wilson. In collaboration with Oak Hill Baptist Church and the Nelson County Historical Society and the Oakland Museum, Wintergreen Music is proud to present a special screening of Jonathan Page’s recently completed documentary about Othello Wilson titled “Let Your Light Shine.”  In the 1930s, Othello Wilson sparked a cultural and educational renaissance in one rural Virginia community for its struggling black citizens affected by Jim Crow laws and the Great Depression.  His educational medium was music.  The event will be followed by a live Q&A with Producer and Director Jonathan Page, a Nelson County Native, as well as performances by LEAD Cooperative students, offering a unique opportunity to experience the story and music that have shaped our community.

Location: Oak Hill Baptist Church 382 Level Green Road Roseland, VA, 22967

July 15, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Meet Valerie Coleman

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

11:00am - 12:00pm - Special Event: Music & Nature Hike II: Mountain Meditations

Wintergreen Music partners with The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen in this second of two special event collaborations. Embark on a serene journey through the woods, where each step invites you to find solace within the mountain trails. Join your Nature Foundation guides, Artistic Director Erin Freeman, and Festival Artists Audrey Gray and Nathaniel Yaffe on an immersive hike designed to highlight the deep connection between music, mindfulness, and the mountains. 

Location: Train Location TBA 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

1:00pm - 2:30pm - Special Event: Othello Wilson: Let Your Light Shine Showing at Rockfish Valley Community Center

Join us as we honor the rich musical heritage of Nelson County and its lasting legacy through the work of renowned music educator Othello Wilson. In collaboration with Rockfish Valley Community Center and the Nelson County Historical Society and the Oakland Museum, Wintergreen Music is proud to present a special screening of Jonathan Page’s recently completed documentary about Othello Wilson titled “Let Your Light Shine.”  In the 1930s, Othello Wilson sparked a cultural and educational renaissance in one rural Virginia community for its struggling black citizens affected by Jim Crow laws and the Great Depression.  His educational medium was music.  The event will be followed by a live Q&A with Producer and Director Jonathan Page, a Nelson County Native, as well as performances by LEAD Cooperative students, offering a unique opportunity to experience the story and music that have shaped our community.

Location: Rockfish Valley Community Center 190 Rockfish School Lane Afton, VA, 22920

6:00?PM - 9:00?PM - In-Home Concert Special II: Harmonies of Time & Tradition

 Join us for an intimate evening of music at the gorgeous mountain home of Ed & Judy Anderson, where the vibrant rhythms of Valerie Coleman's Maombi Asante will transport you to the heart of African diasporic music. Experience the emotional depth of Britten’s Phantasy Quartet and Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 11, alongside the timeless elegance of Bach’s Cello Suite Selections. This gathering promises to be a celebration of friendships both new and old, filled with exquisite music, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and fine wine. Space is limited.

Location: Mountain Home of Ed & Judy Anderson

July 16, 2025

9:30?AM - 10:30?AM - Coffee Talk: There’s a Storm a Brewin' – Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:00pm - 9:00pm - 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.

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 17, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: They Call It Stormy Weather – How Artists See the Weather and the Seasons with Jeffrey Allison of the VMFA

Meteorologists aren’t the only people who watch the sky. So do artists – for ideas, subjects and inspiration. They Call It Stormy Weather explores the numerous ways in which weather and the seasons have inspired artists throughout the ages. From thunderstorms on raging seas to sunny skies above spring fields, artists have responded to weather and other natural forces through a range of media and styles.

Location: The Crawford Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:30?PM - 9:30?PM - Mix, Mingle & Music II: 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.

Location: Valley Road Vineyards 9264 Critzer Shop Road Afton, VA, 22920

July 18, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Alex Berko’s Sacred Place

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:30pm - 9:30pm - Festive Fridays III: Project Locrea

Immerse yourself in the captivating rhythms and soulful melodies of the jazz-fusion ensemble Project Locrea! Fusing the rich traditions of Latin, jazz, classical, and global music, Project Locrea offers a unique, genre-blending experience that transcends boundaries. Whether you're swaying to the groove or caught in the storytelling of their music, don’t miss this opportunity to experience a band that pushes musical limits while honoring the beauty of collaboration!

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 19, 2025

7:00pm - 9:00pm - Saturday MountainTop Masterworks III: Nature’s Voice: Beethoven & Beyond

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.

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 20, 2025

3:00pm - 5:00pm - Sunday MountainTop Masterworks III: Nature’s Voice: Beethoven & Beyond

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:

Erin Freeman, conductor

Soloists: Jacob Wilder, horn & Will Ferguson, tenor

Gustav Holst (1874-1934), St. Paul's Suite, op. 29

I. Jig. Vivace
II. Ostinato. Presto
III. Intermezzo. Andante con moto
IV. Finale (The Dargason)

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”)

I. Allegro ma non troppo
II. Andante molto mosso
III. Allegro
IV. Allegro
V. Allegretto

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

6:30pm - 9:30pm - Special Event: 7th Annual Benefit: A Wintergreen Birthday Cabaret

6:00 pm: Drinks & Appetizers on the Blue Ridge Terrace, sponsored by Wintergreen Club

7:00 pm: Dinner & Performance in the Dunlop Pavilion

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 21, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Schubert’s Symphony No. 3

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 22, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Women in Music

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

6:00pm - 9:00pm - In-Home Concert Special III: Baroque, Beauty & Blues

Join your hosts, Aimée and Stacy Cummings, at their beautiful mountain home for an evening that celebrates a wide array of musical styles and voices. In addition to the delicate yet profound beauty of Bach’s Cello Suites, experience the expressive innovation and vibrant energy of Rebecca Burkhardt’s BluesWomenTriptych, as well as Schubert’s lyrical String Quartet No. 13 in A Minor “Rosamunde”. Enjoy the company of both new and familiar faces, paired with delicious hors d’oeuvres and wine. Space is limited. 

Location: Mountain Home of Aimee & Stacy Cummings

July 23, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Bowed Keyboard Instruments from daVinci to Thornton

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

1:00pm - 2:00pm - LEAD Cooperative Event: Voice & Piano Pop-Up Concert

Join us for a special afternoon pop-up concert as the talented 2025 LEAD Cooperative class of singers and pianists take the stage alongside seasoned professional musicians. This free matinee performance offers a unique chance to experience the vibrant energy of emerging artists paired with the expertise and artistry of established professionals. Come enjoy an afternoon brimming with music, talent, and collaboration!

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:00pm - 9:00pm - Fresh Perspectives III: In a New Light

From playful and refined to dramatic and cinematic, join Wintergreen Music Festival Artists as they reimagine familiar sounds and offer fresh perspectives – In a New Light! The program features Alyssa Morris’ Wind Quartet “Motion”, a dynamic piece that explores four distinct types of movement, the deep and intricate Brahms' Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, and a quirky Piano Quartet by popular film composer Danny Elfman.

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 24, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Mandolin with Orchestra!?

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

2:00pm - 3:30pm - LEAD Cooperative Event: An Afternoon with Conductors and Composers

Experience the future of classical music in a concert showcasing the creativity of student composers and conductors. This special LEAD Cooperative event features world-premiere string quartets by the talented 2025 LEAD Cooperative class of student composers, offering a preview of the next generation of musical innovators. The program also includes Schubert's Symphony No. 3, a timeless work of grace and energy, conducted by student conductors who bring their own unique vision to this iconic piece.

Program:

Composed by the 2025 LEAD Composers, String Quartets

Franz Schubert (1797-1828), arr. Peter Stangel, Symphony No. 3 in D Major, 27

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:30pm - 8:30pm - Mix, Mingle & Music III: Flights of Brass & Brews at Three Notch’d Brewing Company

Join us for a one-of-a-kind evening where the bold sounds of brass harmonize with the rich flavors of craft brews. This unique pairing experience features Pergolesi’s elegant Trio Sonata No. 4, the serene beauty of Morten Lauridsen’s O Magnum Mysterium, the expressive tones of Ricardo Moll’s Song for Nurya, and the vibrant energy of Enrique Crespo’s Suite Americana No. 1 for Brass Quintet, all complemented by beverages carefully selected to match the essence of each piece (optional).

Program:

Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (1710-1736), arr. William Schmidt, Trio Sonata No. 4

I.  Moderato
II. Andantino
III. Presto

Morten Lauridsen (b. 1943), O magnum mysterium

Ricardo Mollá, Song for Nurya for trumpet, horn, and trombone

Enrique Crespo (b. 1941), Suite Americana No. 1 for Brass Quintet

I. Ragtime
II. Bossa Nova
III. Vals Peruano
IV. Zamba Gaucha
V. Son de Mexico

Location: Three Notch'd Brewing Company 2461 Rockfish Valley Highway Nellysford, VA, 22958

July 25, 2025

9:30am - 10:30am - Coffee Talk: Elgar’s Enigma Variations

Location: The Hearth Room in the Mountain Inn 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

5:00pm - 6:00pm - LEAD Cooperative Event: Composition Sound Lab

Join the composition students of the 2025 LEAD Cooperative as they present their processes of writing music for solo clarinet and cello and recitatives and arias for voice and piano. 

Location: Resort Location TBA 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:30pm - 9:30pm - Festive Fridays IV: Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper

For the final Festive Friday of the 2025 Wintergreen Music Festival, come experience the electrifying sounds of Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper! Renowned for his virtuoso fiddle playing and high-energy bluegrass, GRAMMY® Award-winner and 12-time IBMA “Fiddler of the Year” Michael Cleveland leads one of the most dynamic bands in the genre today. Whether you're a lifelong bluegrass enthusiast or new to the style, this performance promises an unforgettable night of music that will ignite your spirit and keep you on your feet!

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 26, 2025

2:00pm - 3:30pm - LEAD Cooperative Event: Chamber Music Concert

Join the students of the 2025 LEAD Cooperative in a free & open to the public chamber music concert showcasing the incredible talents of these budding musicians.

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

7:00pm - 9:00pm - Saturday MountainTop Masterworks IV: Season Finale: Celebrating Destination, Community & Artistry

The grand finale of our 30th Anniversary season brings together the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our vibrant community, and our talented musicians in a celebration of both our past and the exciting future ahead, all under the direction of the dynamic Christopher Rountree. The program opens with Libby Larsen’s bright and colorful tone poem Deep Summer Music. Virginia-based soloist Jeff Midkiff will then join us to perform his own composition, From the Blue Ridge, a concerto for Mandolin and Orchestra. The evening concludes with Elgar’s Enigma Variations, including the beloved “Nimrod” and a triumphant conclusion. Join us for this fitting and memorable season finale!

Concert Program:

Chris Rountree, conductor

Soloist: Jeff Midkiff, mandolin

Libby Larsen (b. 1950), Deep Summer Music

Jeff Midkiff, From the Blue Ridge: Concerto for Mandolin and Orchestra

I. Allegro 
II. Slow 
III. Allegro

Intermission

Edward Elgar (1857-1934), Enigma Variations, op. 36

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

July 27, 2025

3:00pm - 5:00pm - Sunday MountainTop Masterworks IV: Season Finale: Celebrating Destination, Community & Artistry

The grand finale of our 30th Anniversary season brings together the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our vibrant community, and our talented musicians in a celebration of both our past and the exciting future ahead, all under the direction of the dynamic Christopher Rountree. The program opens with Libby Larsen’s bright and colorful tone poem Deep Summer Music. Virginia-based soloist Jeff Midkiff will then join us to perform his own composition, From the Blue Ridge, a concerto for Mandolin and Orchestra. The evening concludes with Elgar’s Enigma Variations, including the beloved “Nimrod” and a triumphant conclusion. Join us for this fitting and memorable season finale!

Concert Program:

Chris Rountree, conductor

Soloist: Jeff Midkiff, mandolin

Libby Larsen (b. 1950), Deep Summer Music, 8’

Jeff Midkiff, From the Blue Ridge: Concerto for Mandolin and Orchestra, 20’ 

I. Allegro 
II. Slow 
III. Allegro

Intermission

Edward Elgar (1857-1934), Enigma Variations, op. 36, 31

Location: Dunlop Pavilion 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen Resort, VA, 22967

Date: July 3 - 27, 2025

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