Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival

Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival We like to say “Bach is just the beginning” to share our deep appreciation of the breadth of work influenced by the musical inventions of Bach.

At the intersection of harmony, humanity, and nature, the Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival gathers world-class artists and inquisitive audiences to celebrate the life and joy of great music. Nestled in beautiful Harrisonburg, VA on native Manahoac land in the Shenandoah Valley, SVBF prioritizes equity, justice, and environmental sustainability in our work through inclusive educational initiatives,

meaningful programming, and green practices. We are a program of Eastern Mennonite University and are proud to share the university’s commitment to peacebuilding, social justice, cross-cultural engagement, and sustainability in the arts. Every year our week-long summer festival presents vibrant performances by local artists, the Shenandoah Valley Chamber Orchestra, and the Festival Choir. Listeners can attend large and small performances of orchestra and chamber music, family and kids events, poetry readings, music talks, and local bands. Our immersive educational initiatives invite young musicians and aspiring arts administrators from all over the country to participate in our fellowship programs and learn historically informed performance practices in our Baroque Workshop. Attendees can also take advantage of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley through a number of local activities such as hiking, mountain biking, cavern tours, wineries and breweries, museums, and immersive musical experiences in our parks and nature preserves.

What a great year for the Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival! The music was exceptional, the musicians fantastic and accomp...
06/19/2026

What a great year for the Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival! The music was exceptional, the musicians fantastic and accomplished! Much gratitude to our Season 34 Sponsor VMRC for leading the sponsorships - and all the others who made it possible to bring the festival to life.

Among the many special moments of Creative Inventions, one that stands out came during Rock Bach, when couples danced across the patio at Pale Fire, young people filled the dance floor, and the music became joy in motion.

It was a beautiful reflection of what made this festival so special. People of different ages, backgrounds, and experiences gathering in the same space, connected by a shared love of music.

At its best, music becomes more than something we hear. It becomes something we experience together.

If moments like these matter to you, consider making a gift to help keep the music playing and ensure the Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival continues bringing our community together for years to come. Donate today at svbachfestival.org/donate.

Among the many special moments of Creative Inventions, one that stands out came during Rock Bach, when couples danced ac...
06/19/2026

Among the many special moments of Creative Inventions, one that stands out came during Rock Bach, when couples danced across the patio at Pale Fire, young people filled the dance floor, and the music became joy in motion.

It was a beautiful reflection of what made this festival so special. People of different ages, backgrounds, and experiences gathering in the same space, connected by a shared love of music.

At its best, music becomes more than something we hear. It becomes something we experience together.

If moments like these matter to you, consider making a gift to help keep the music playing and ensure the Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival continues bringing our community together for years to come. Donate today at svbachfestival.org/donate.

CORRECTION: [This event will take place tomorrow at Lehman Auditorium at EMU] Tomorrow morning, join the SVBF Choir and ...
06/14/2026

CORRECTION: [This event will take place tomorrow at Lehman Auditorium at EMU]

Tomorrow morning, join the SVBF Choir and Orchestra with guest soloists Larry Taylor, David Neman, Kristen Dubenion-Smith, Jacob Liu, and Penelope Shumate for our Leipzig Service! This is a FREE event.

Tonight! The SVBF Orchestra performs their second concert, featuring guest soloists Stephen Key, Penelope Shumate, Sheil...
06/13/2026

Tonight! The SVBF Orchestra performs their second concert, featuring guest soloists Stephen Key, Penelope Shumate, Sheila Dietrich, Kristen Dubenion-Smith, Jordan Davidson, and David Newman. Selections include works by gust composer Julian Grant, Ottorino Respighi, Gabriel Faure, George Friderick Handel, and of course J.S. Bach! Get your tickets now or at the door. This is a pay what you can event.

Tomorrow at 2pm guest composer Julian Grant will give a lecture on his piece "Sanchos Dance Mix" and it's historical sig...
06/12/2026

Tomorrow at 2pm guest composer Julian Grant will give a lecture on his piece "Sanchos Dance Mix" and it's historical significance. Join us at the Massanutten Regional Library, and get your tickets to see the piece performed live on Saturday Night!

Join us for our Festival Concerts tonight and tomorrow! Prior to the concerts we will have our pre-concert "Talking Musi...
06/12/2026

Join us for our Festival Concerts tonight and tomorrow! Prior to the concerts we will have our pre-concert "Talking Music" discussion panel in Lehman Auditorium from 6-6:45pm featuring the following artists:

Friday:
David Berry (Artistic Director)
Daniel Myssyk (Principal Conductor)
Amy Glick (Concertmaster)
Eric Fung (Piano Soloist)

Saturday:
David Berry (Artistic Director)
Daniel Myssyk (Principal Conductor)
Julian Grant (Composer of Sancho's Dance-Mix)
Penelope Shumate (Soprano Soloist)

Tonight! The SVBF Orchestra performs their first concert, featuring guest piano soloist Eric Fung performing Franz Liszt...
06/12/2026

Tonight! The SVBF Orchestra performs their first concert, featuring guest piano soloist Eric Fung performing Franz Liszt's piano concerto. Other selections include works by Alberto Ginastera, Lili Boulanger, Benjamin Britten, and of course J.S. Bach! Get your tickets now or at the door. This is a pay what you can event.

Join us tomorrow as SVBF musicians share some of their favorite chamber works!
06/11/2026

Join us tomorrow as SVBF musicians share some of their favorite chamber works!

The Virginia Baroque Academy gives their Faculty Concert tonight at 7:30pm at Asbury Methodist Church. Come and see the ...
06/11/2026

The Virginia Baroque Academy gives their Faculty Concert tonight at 7:30pm at Asbury Methodist Church. Come and see the faculty perform "Masterpieces of the Glorious Baroque" - get your tickets now!

Join us tomorrow for a selection of innovative modern pieces from guest artists øra nøir, Amanda Gookin, and Eric Guiniv...
06/10/2026

Join us tomorrow for a selection of innovative modern pieces from guest artists øra nøir, Amanda Gookin, and Eric Guinivan!

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