Colorado Music Festival

Colorado Music Festival's celebrates its 50th Anniversary Season (July 9-August 9, 2026) as Colorado turns 150 and America marks 250 years. This summer's festival, led by Music Director Peter Oundjian, features world-class artists — pianists Yuja Wang, Michelle Cann, Tony Siqi Yun and Nobuyuki Tsujii; violinists Himari, Njioma Grievous; clarinetist Ricardo Morales; guest conductors Leonard Slatkin, Jeffrey Kahane and Gemma New; the Canadian Brass; and the Danish String Quartet — beloved masterworks with the Festival Orchestra and three world premieres. Concerts take place on Thursdays, Fridays, Sundays and Tuesdays, offering an unforgettable summer music experience on the iconic historic stage at Chautauqua.