ANNUAL FUNDRAISING DINNER
What a night. Thank you.
The Crescendo: An Evening for Chamber Music
Saturday, October 24, 2026 · Sun Mountain Lodge, Winthrop
Friends around the tables. Eight cellists together on stage.
And a room full of people who believe exceptional music belongs here.
At The Crescendo, Artistic Director Kevin Krentz and Haeyoon Shin performed alongside six of their students, bringing the rich sound of a cello octet to Sun Mountain Lodge. From Villa-Lobos to Peter Gregson’s reimagining of Bach, the music gave us a chance to hear these young musicians and the artists helping them find their way.
Over dinner, conversation, spirited bidding, and raised paddles, you helped shape what comes next for the Festival. Your generosity brings extraordinary musicians to the Methow and makes more evenings of music possible for our community.
To everyone who joined us, gave, volunteered, or contributed something special to the auction: thank you. We’re still smiling.
WITH THANKS
Made possible by friends throughout the valley
Our thanks to Glover Street Market, NŌWKA Botanica, Purple Sage, Three Bears Quilt, Wineshed, Lupo Brio, The Merc Playhouse, Ryzo, Nectar Skin Bar & Boutique, and Methow Trails — and to the many friends who shared their time, talents, and generosity.
Let’s do it again.
The Crescendo returns in fall 2027. We’d love to have you at the table. Until then, there’s more music ahead — help bring the next performance to life.