Telluride Musicfest 2024, 6/26 – 7/7! Tickets Now on Sale!

19 Mar Telluride Musicfest 2024, 6/26 – 7/7! Tickets Now on Sale!

Telluride MusicFest is a brilliant, beautiful series of sights and sounds that always elicits hosannas from a rapt crowd. Musicfest 2024 is again under the co-artistic direction of Kathryn Lockwood and Yousif Sheronick and hosted by Claire Beard’s Telluride Chamber Music in an ongoing collaboration. 

Tickets and more information: telluridechambermusic.org

Link to donations for would-be patrons.

Any questions email telluridechambermusic@gmail.com.

Go here for much more about the history of Telluride Musicfest.

Join Telluride Musicfest for a unique series in the beautiful setting of the Mai Residence overlooking Sunshine Mountain.

MusicFest 2024 returns with eclectic and innovative programming and your favorite musicians. Plus, new this year, is the chance to join a frame drum workshop run by Yousif Sheronick! 

2024 MusicFest Artists:

Deborah Buck & Min-Young Kim, Violins
Kathryn Lockwood, viola; Caroline Stinson, cello
Orion Weiss, piano; Yousif Sheronick, percussion

duoJalal, Kathryn Lockwood & Yousif Sheronick, impresarios of Musicfest 2.0

Everything you need to know aboutMusicFest 2024…

June 26, 5.30pm, ‘Frame Drum Workshop’ at Telluride Arts HQ: (New for 2024!)

A one-hour hands-on Frame Drum workshop with world-renowned percussionist Yousif Sheronick. Participants will begin by learning basic strokes on this ancient instrument and will slowly build up rhythms using modern playing techniques. This workshop is for all levels. Beginners welcome! Book early to guarantee your space!

June 27, 5.30pm, “Family Concert” at the Telluride Library: (Free admission)

MusicFest takes an educational trip around the world for families (all ages welcome!). duoJalal (Kathryn Lockwood & Yousif Sheronick) and special guest Claire Beard (flute) will present a musical trip around the globe in a program that will excite and educate the young listener.

June 30, 6pm, “Fete de la Musique,” at the Mai House:

A celebration of French music bringing the spirit of France’s annual festival “Fete de la Musique” to Telluride.The music of composers Debussy, Ravel, Poulenc, Franck and more is featured.

July 2, 6pm, “Local Artists Night”: (Free admission)

“Local Artists Night” is a celebration of musicians in the community from all levels and genres. The concert is at the home of Anne and Vincent Mai. The audience is encouraged to come and cheer performers along! Email telluridechambermusic@gmail.com to sign up as a performer!

July 5, 6pm, “Mother Country” at the Mai House:

Before July 4th there was the Mother Country! This program showcases pieces from Commonwealth countries including Canada, Australia and England. And perhaps a “spot of tea” to go along with these pieces!

July 7, 6pm, “Romani Reach,” at the Mai House:

One of the most significant musical genres in Hungary is the traditional folk music of the Romani people. Composers like Dvorak, Brahms, Bartok and Ravel were all inspired and influenced by Romani sounds.

“Romani Reach” will bring together both Hungarian and Romani influenced pieces in a MusicFest finale not to be missed!