Travel to the 19th-century United States through a program rooted in African American spirituals and American folk traditions. Featuring works by Dvorák alongside composers including Harry T. Burleigh, Florence Price, and Charles Ives, this concert explores the cultural forces that shaped a distinctly American musical identity. Arrive early for a free pre-concert lecture led by Michael Beckerman. Concert duration: approximately 2 hours with intermission.
The Valley of the Moon Music Festival returns July 11-26, 2026, with Postcards from Dvorák, a season inspired by the travels, influences, and cultural connections behind the composer's music. Set in the heart of Sonoma Valley, the festival brings together internationally acclaimed musicians for historically informed performances that blend world-class classical music with the beauty and charm of wine country.
Travel to the 19th-century United States through a program rooted in African American spirituals and American folk traditions. Featuring works by Dvorák alongside composers including Harry T. Burleigh, Florence Price, and Charles Ives, this concert explores the cultural forces that shaped a distinctly American musical identity. Arrive early for a free pre-concert lecture led by Michael Beckerman. Concert duration: approximately 2 hours with intermission.
The Valley of the Moon Music Festival returns July 11-26, 2026, with Postcards from Dvorák, a season inspired by the travels, influences, and cultural connections behind the composer's music. Set in the heart of Sonoma Valley, the festival brings together internationally acclaimed musicians for historically informed performances that blend world-class classical music with the beauty and charm of wine country.
Travel to the 19th-century United States through a program rooted in African American spirituals and American folk traditions. Featuring works by Dvor...