Whether you live here year round, or just visit for a few weeks in the summer, western North Carolina is a great place for outdoor activities. It's a mecca for campers, fly fishing, river rafting and more.
But if you are in the Brevard, North Carolina area this summer, and looking for another way to spend your time, the annual Brevard Music Festival is a must! Since 1947 students from around the world have come to Brevard to study and craft their skills at this summer music institute. The result is a 7 week festival with over 80 performances including guest conductor and artist appearances. Past guest appearances include cellist Yo-Yo Ma, violinists Joshua Bell and Midori, pianists André Watts and Emanuel Ax, soprano Renée Fleming and mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade.
The festival kicks off the 2009 season on Friday, June 26 with a night of light classics and pops conducted by Steven Smith along with guest performances by Standford Olsen, tenor. The festival continues until August 9. Performances are held in several venues and many are free!
For a complete schedule and ticket information, visit the Brevard Music Center, or call (828) 862-2100
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