Virginia's Blue Ridge Music Festival

Our ongoing focus is on music education, especially the support of local young people, and on broadening our region’s musical richness by making classical music and a blend of classical and Appalachian heritage styles affordable and available in our community – in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.

Our Vision for Classical Music in the Mountains

• Broaden our region’s musical richness by making classical music and a blend of classical/Appalachian heritage styles affordable and available in our community – in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.
• Provide a wide array of musical offerings – house concerts, chamber orchestra, and ensembles – with special emphasis on families and seniors.
• Promote music education, especially the support of local young people, and appreciation for music.
• Offer grants and scholarships to support promising area music programs and young musicians.
• Develop stronger collaborations with area schools and arts organizations.
• Provide opportunities for young musicians to study and perform with skilled professional mentors.
• Strengthen the area’s economy.