outstanding classical music performances by acclaimed artists from around the world
Staunton Music Festival proudly presents "Virginia's world-class music festival" (Travel + Leisure), a robust program of 40+ concerts every year. From solo recitals and intimate Special Events to April's popular BaroqueFest and The Summer Festival in August, Staunton has earned a reputation for daring programming combined with superlative artistry. Join us this season and find music that inspires you!
Historically-informed performances of music from the Italian Baroque
April 10-12
Eclectic, compelling programs from the Middle Ages to world premieres
August 14-23
Composer-in-Residence JP Jofre
A native of San Juan, Argentina, JP Jofre, is a Grammy and Latin Grammy-nominated composer and bandoneon player. Jofre has been highlighted by the New York Times and praised as one of today’s leading artists by Great Performers at Lincoln Center. His music has been recorded by the London Symphony Orchestra, multi-Grammy award winner Paquito D’ Rivera, and Orpheus Chamber Orchestra among others. He has performed and given lectures at Google Talks, TEDtalks, Juilliard, The New School and appeared at many prestigious festivals, including the Celebrity Series of Boston, Australian Festival for Chamber Music, Great Performers at Lincoln Center, and Seattle Town Hall.
JP Jofre will be the featured guest at SMF's "Meet the Composer" event on Monday August 17 at 3:00 pm. Click HERE to learn more.
Hear Jofre's works and performances at these SIX events in August 2026:
Staunton Music Festival Box Office | (540) 800-6012 Mon-Fri 9:00-3:00 | boxoffice@stauntonmusicfestival.org
"Staunton is overflowing with culture." - ABC News
The spirit behind our tagline, Rethink Classical, touches on two basic convictions about what classical music can be in the 21st century. First, by taking a deep interest in historically-informed performance practice, we can rediscover the subtlety and color that emerges from period instrument concerts. Second, by merging past masterworks with world premieres, we remind ourselves that music from all eras is vital and expressive - that all music was once "modern." We believe programming old and new, together, deepens the appreciation of both.
Together, these commitments to historically-informed performance of older music and to the creative, mixed programming of contemporary works define Staunton Music Festival. For us, therefore, the call to "Rethink Classical" is more than just a tagline - it's a key element of our mission statement.
