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<\/a><\/p>\nThe fun has just begun! Here\u2019s what\u2019s next. The Laurence Hobgood Trio will perform American Songbook jazz favorites and originals on Wednesday, July 26th. With Jazz Cellars pouring wine that night and Lake Alpine Lodge serving pre-dinner meals at the tent area, it\u2019s the perfect escape from the heat and craziness of day-to-day life.<\/p>\n Come join us for a relaxing, cool evening of jazz. You can get tickets at the tent or\u00a0online<\/a>.<\/p>\n Classics! The opening classical night is Friday, July 28th, and is themed around Western music, including Ferde Grofe\u2019s Grand Canyon Suite and Aaron Copland\u2019s Rodeo. On Saturday we are thrilled to have sitarist Arjun Verma joining us to perform Ravi Shankar\u2019s Symphony. There are a small handful of sitarists allowed by the Shankar estate to perform this piece, so this is a rare opportunity to hear it live. The weekend rounds out with a matinee on Sunday at 2 pm, with a program of lighter classical tunes that are perfect for people of all ages to enjoy. That concert is free for youth 17 and under, so grab the kids or grandkids and come enjoy some fun music.<\/p>\n Food! Bear Valley Resorts takes over pre-concert meals starting with Friday night\u2019s concert. Their menu will change each night with some delicious options. You can see the full menu on our website at\u00a0https:\/\/www. Thank you!![\"\"](\"https:\/\/ci3.googleusercontent.com\/proxy\/p0Ps3uFlOwQvbugb2U82yipV8iYlDX4w_rimWBRpisYYaSCPaIxhQQBhfUZwuD18vrualvDiGobC6OHPa54LSgyi4ssjyYDicS9Q49kVdIvKfB2kNm7fSepCqY55N2QLo3TV05M2316h0CCwq-RtcMM09rAHHVEzyPiDtw=s0-d-e1-ft#https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/47307700302caf8677218aace\/_compresseds\/2e5f2d67-35e8-087d-c3e7-98aba56a2104.jpg\")
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\nThe orchestra has arrived in Bear Valley and rehearsals are underway. If you attended any of the classical concerts last year you know what a treat it is to have Alexander Mickelthwate at the podium. He converses with the audience, helping us understand the pieces, telling little-known stories about the composers, and explaining his inspiration for choosing the repertoire. Whether you know a lot about classical music or nothing at all, Alexander helps you feel connected to the music and the experience is transformative. It\u2019s a come-as-you-are, everyone-is-welcome, make- yourself-comfortable atmosphere inside our tent, and we hope you\u2019ll join in.<\/p>\n
\nLake Alpine Lodge wraps up their pre-concert meal service with Thursday\u2019s concert, but their restaurant at Lake Alpine will stay open late with post-concert drinks and casual food throughout the entire festival. Their food has received rave reviews and we thank them for their partnership.\u00a0\\<\/p>\n
\nWe simply couldn\u2019t put on this festival without the support of volunteers and donors. We appreciate each and every one of you. If you\u2019d like to contribute, every dollar helps. Thank you!<\/p>\n