The dates for the Sewanee Summer Music Festival are June 23rd – July 22nd, 2018.
One of the nation’s premier orchestra and chamber music training festivals
The impact of Sewanee is felt in concert halls, conservatories, universities and teaching studios across the United States and around the world.
Faculty
Our faculty come from leading orchestras, chamber ensembles, conservatories and university programs. They come to Sewanee each summer to perform, teach and inspire the next generation.
Conductors
Each summer, sewanee assembles leading conductors from across the world who are passionate about music and educating the next generation of musical leaders.
Repertoire
This summer, SSMF celebrates the music of Leonard Bernstein. From Broadway to the concert hall, Bernstein’s music, and the music he chose to champion continues to influence the classical music world today.
Play
Make the most of your summer having fun
Learn
Study with the nation’s best instructors
Grow
Develop your musical skills in a beautiful environment
An exceptional experience for amazing musicians.
Festival participants will be fully immersed in the musical experience. Students will participate in daily orchestra rehearsals and chamber music coaching, as well as weekly lessons and master classes with our renowned faculty. In addition, participants can select to study composition, attend a conducting workshop, compete in our annual concerto competition, or perform in our student showcase concerts. Each week, both symphony orchestras and chamber ensembles perform for our Sewanee community in popular and well attended performances in Guerry hall. Educational outreach community performances and a rousing 4th of July celebration round out a full, but rewarding summer season.