Winter Concert

We're having a winter concert Feb 24th at the Methodist Church, halfway between Winthrop and Twisp. The program features a string quintet. Full program to be posted soon. This concert is open to the public. Suggested donation: $15. directions

Thank you for helping to make possible another terrific season of the Methow Valley Chamber Music Festival.

Our 2011 season brought record attendance, full-throttle talent, and exhilarating programs, all in our spectacular new setting at Signal Hill Ranch, located halfway between Twisp and Winthrop. Our summer concerts are held in a spacious barn with superb acoustics, a rustic, intimate feel, and plenty of free parking. Directions

Artistic director Kevin Krentz creates musical programs that are both powerful and elegant, resonating with audience members on a very personal level.

Each performance includes a little music that is familiar, mixed with a little that is new, all spiced with the virtuosic fireworks of first-class, dazzling performances by musicians from all over the nation, including the best of the Northwest, much as we did last season, but with some new surprises. 2012 program...

Many of this season's guests arrived early to enjoy socializing on the manicured lawns surrounding the barn. There they could take in panoramic views of the valley, framed by the snow-capped Cascade Mountains, while dining on light gourmet fare prepared fresh by the chef at Rocking Horse Bakery, accompanied by local wine, beer and cider.

In addition to our six main concerts, the Festival offered a variety of other musical opportunities, including free open rehearsals that invite you to watch the artists "hash it out" as they prepare for concerts. Talented young musicians from throughout the Northwest attended our second Festival Music Camp this summer, offering free performances at venues throughout the valley. They were showcased in their own concert on Friday, July 29. Those who attended were wowed by this next generation of virtuosic talent.

Video from 2010 festival | More about the festival...

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Seattle Times Says,

"Energetic Methow Valley Chamber Music Festival artistic director Kevin Krentz uses words such as "flamboyant" and "sensual" when talking about his Methow lineup, which plays out at Signal Hill Ranch in Winthrop. Food and wine and 'After Glow' parties are part of the bill at the fest..."  read more

Bachianas Electrifies Audience

Dave Chantler reacts to an extraordinary performance of Heitor Villa-Lobos Bachianas Brasileiras No 5 read more...

Joys of Hosting

Nancy Acheson relates the joys of hosting a professional musician during the festival week read more...

Survey—Results are In

Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's survey. The results help clarify who attends our concerts, and why. The numerical responses help us obtain grant funding. All the comments about what you liked a lot, and what you liked not so much, will guide our preparation for next year read more...

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