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"Music is the sound of the universal laws promulgated. It is the only assured tone. There are in it such strains as far surpass any man’s faith in the loftiness of his destiny. Things are to be learned which it will be worth the while to learn."

- Henry David Thoreau



Join us this July and August for the 49th Summer Music Festival.
The Summer Music Festival presents award-winning international artists in the beautiful backdrop of Midcoast Maine.

Subscriptions are available now by calling the Box Office.
Tickets to individual concerts are available at the Box Office or online.

Clich here to view the Season Brochure


butchButch Thompson Trio
Wednesday, July 1, 8:00 p.m.
The Strand Theatre, Rockland

You've heard Butch on NPR's "A Prarie Home Companion"


silversteinOpera House Opening Night
Thursday, July 2, 8:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

Two of the world's great violinists perform together with friends


campbellCarnival!
Wednesday, July 8, 8:00 p.m.
The Strand Theatre, Rockland

Family-friendly! Featuring Saint-Saën's Carnival of the Animals


johnsonThe End of Time
Thursday, July 9, 8:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

Messian's unforgettable Quartet for the End of Time


young starsfreeYoung Stars of Maine
Friday, July 10, 7:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

The winners of our annual prize program


brassBrass from Baroque to Broadway
Wednesday, July 15, 8:00 p.m.
The Strand Theatre, Rockland

The Empire Brass Quintet play audience favorites


empireClassical Brass
Thursday, July 16, 8:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

Empire Brass showcase their classical side


paragonfreeParagon Ragtime Orchestra
Tuesday, July 21, 12:00 noon
Camden Harbor Park Bok Amphitheatre

Free outdoor concert – picnics encouraged!


chaplinMusic & Film: Clown Princes
Wednesday, July 22, 8:00 p.m.
The Strand Theatre, Rockland

The original scores with silent shorts by Keaton, Chaplin and Lloyd


curtisCurtis on Tour
Thursday, July 23, 8:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

The Curtis Institute of Music returns for another incredible concert


slsqAnniversaries & Premiere
Wednesday, July 29, 8:00 p.m.
The Strand Theatre, Rockland

St. Lawrence celebrates their 20th anniversary with a NE premiere


slsqBeethoven the Master
Thursday, July 30, 8:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

St. Lawrence perform an evening of all-Beethoven


schiffman20th Anniversary: Reunion
Wednesday, August 5, 8:00 p.m.
The Strand Theatre, Rockland

St. Lawrence welcomes back two of its original members


hoover20th Anniversary: Celebration
Thursday, August 6, 8:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

The SLSQ reunion celebration continues with members old and new


barnatanAndrew Wolf Award Winner Concert: Soaring Melodies
Wednesday, August 12, 8:00 p.m.
The Strand Theatre, Rockland

Inon Barnatan returns, with members of St. Lawrence


sohnAndrew Wolf Award Winner Concert: Crossing Borders
Thursday, August 13, 8:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

Musicians from 4 countries perform music from 2 others


next generationfreeNext Generation Concert
Saturday, August 15, 3:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

Showcasing the participants of our Next Generation Program


point lookoutDa Capo: Annual Gala for Music Education
Sunday, August 16, 5:00 p.m.
Point Lookout, Northport

Save the date for a magical evening!


thomas wolfBaroque Romanticism: Virtuosity
Wednesday, August 19, 8:00 p.m.
The Strand Theatre, Rockland

Featuring works by J.S. Bach


mcgillBaroque Romanticism: Elegance
Thursday, August 20, 8:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

Romantic re-interpretations of 18th century Baroque


wangFirst Chair All Stars: Treasures
Wednesday, August 26, 8:00 p.m.
The Strand Theatre, Rockland

Featuring principal players from the nation’s top orchestras


matsukawaFirst Chair All Stars: Masterworks
Thursday, August 27, 8:00 p.m.
Rockport Opera House

More from principal players from the nation’s top orchestra


Every evening features a different program.
All artists, programs, dates, times and locations subject to change.

For an archive of events from the 2008 Summer Music Festival, click here.

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