Bravo! Vail Music Festival announces 38th season

The Bravo! Vail Music Festival announced its 38th season, taking place from June 19 to July 31, 2025, and featuring more than 70 concerts throughout the valley. The six-week festival will present internationally acclaimed orchestras — the Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Mexico’s Sinfónica de Minería, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic — as well as renowned chamber ensembles and guest artists from around the world. 

“The 2025 Bravo! Vail season promises to be a summer of ‘firsts,'” said Anne-Marie McDermott, who will celebrate her 15th summer as Bravo! Vail’s artistic director. “This includes our first summer engaging five orchestras from three different continents; the first to present both of Brahms’ Piano Concertos performed by the incomparable Yefim Bronfman; and the first time a number of internationally acclaimed artists make their Bravo! Vail debuts, including Wu Man, a fabulous pipa player, and Nikolai Lugansky, Yulianna Avdeeva, and Yekwon Sunwoo, three of the world’s most remarkable pianists. What makes these ‘firsts’ so special is that they’ve all evolved naturally, born from our deep love for music and musicians and our passion for sharing it with Bravo! Vail audiences.” 

To view the full Bravo! Vail schedule, visit BravoVail.com.

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Orchestra residencies

• Chamber Orchestra of Europe, June 19-22 
• Sinfónica de Minería, June 23-26
• Dallas Symphony Orchestra, June 28-July 4
• The Philadelphia Orchestra, July 6-13
• New York Philharmonic, July 16-23

Chamber Music Series

Bravo! Vail’s Chamber Music Series presents four performances by internationally celebrated chamber musicians and ensembles at Donovan Pavilion and Vilar Performing Arts Center June 24, June 30, and July 8, July 21. The 2025 series will feature the Sinfónica de Minería String Quartet with Bravo! Vail Artistic Director and pianist Anne-Marie McDermott; the Escher Quartet with guitarist Jason Vieaux; pipa player Wu Man and the Verona Quartet; and the New York Philharmonic String Quartet with McDermott. 

Immersive experiences

Bravo! Vail’s Immersive Experiences on July 14 and 15 offer listeners an in-depth exploration of a complete body of music over two concerts, with musicians themselves serving as guides. The 2025 series will focus on the expansive works of Chopin, widely regarded as one of the greatest pianists and most influential composers for piano of all time, curated and performed by acclaimed pianist and Bravo! Vail Artistic Director Anne-Marie McDermott. 

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Classically Uncorked

Bravo! Vail’s Classically Uncorked returns July 30 and 31 with two bold chamber music programs, co-curated and presented by the piano duo Anderson & Roe. Renowned for their visionary and electrifying approach to classical music, they have been called “the most dynamic duo of this generation” (San Francisco Classical Voice) and “rock stars of the classical music world” (Miami Herald). Anderson & Roe masterfully blend classical masterpieces with pop music, creating a one-of-a-kind chamber music experience. 

Education and engagement programs

Throughout the Festival, Bravo! Vail offers more than 25 free concerts in the Eagle and Lake County communities, featuring emerging artists and musicians from visiting orchestras and ensembles. These accessible programs are at the heart of Bravo! Vail’s mission to provide extensive music education throughout the community, ensuring everyone can enjoy high-quality classical music and educational opportunities in their towns. Full details of all programs will be announced in March 2025. 

Season Celebration Concert

For more details on Bravo! Vail’s 38th season, the public is invited to Bravo! Vail’s Season Celebration Concert on January 28 at 6 p.m. at the Donovan Pavilion. This free event will provide an in-depth look at the season and will feature an exclusive performance by Anne-Marie McDermott and the Verona Quartet. Reservations for the Season Celebration Concert will be available in early January 2025. 

Event details, including all artists, programs and programs, are subject to change. Visit BravoVail.org for full schedule for more information.