Welcome to the 2026 Season: Postcards from Dvořák

Join us for an unforgettable summer of music as the Valley of the Moon Music Festival presents Postcards from Dvořák—a season exploring the profound influence of travel, relationships, and cultural exchange on creativity through the life and music of Antonín Dvořák.

Each concert this season offers a musical “postcard” from a different chapter of Dvořák’s life, featuring composers he knew, composers he may have encountered along the way, and composers he later influenced.

Over three weekends in July, enjoy 10 chamber music concerts performed by an intergenerational roster of extraordinary artists, including Artistic Directors Tanya Tomkins and Eric Zivian, alongside rising stars and distinguished faculty. Experience the debut performances of our 2026 Apprentices and the return of the beloved Fellowship Quartet, an opportunity to hear tomorrow’s leading artists today.

This season also includes a variety of community-centered events, including a pay-what-you-choose Alfresco Concert at La Luz Center, as well as a joyful free Kids & Family Concert, open rehearsals, and special pop-up performances. Enrich your experience with insightful pre-concert lectures curated by renowned musicologist Kate van Orden, and enjoy complimentary wine receptions following each performance at Hanna Center, where you can meet the artists and connect with fellow music lovers.

See you in July in Sonoma!

Festival Passes

Elevate your Valley of the Moon Music Festival experience with our exclusive passes, offering unparalleled access to our world-class performances and lectures. Choose the pass that suits your preferences!

Ultimate Festival Pass

Experience the full Festival with our most comprehensive pass. The Ultimate Festival Pass includes all MainStage concerts and lectures at Hanna Auditorium, plus both Alfresco Concerts. Choose Prime Seating to reserve your preferred seat at Hanna and enjoy it throughout the Festival, or General Seating for a convenient all-in-one option.

Festival Pass

Take in the full Hanna Auditorium Festival experience with access to all MainStage concerts and lectures. Choose Prime Seating to reserve your preferred seat for every Hanna performance, or General Seating for a streamlined way to enjoy the series.

Weekend Pass

Perfect for those who want to enjoy one weekend at a time. The Weekend Pass includes both MainStage concerts for a single weekend at Hanna Auditorium. General seating available only.

2026 CONCERTS

FESTIVAL LECTURES & CONCERTS

Bohemian Homeland

July 11 • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

With Love from Vienna

July 12 • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

English Impressions

July 18 • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Kids & Family Concert

July 19 • 11:00 am

Russia: In Shadow & Song

July 19 • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

American Roots

July 25 • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Final Years: Going Home

July 26 • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

ALFRESCO CONCERT SERIES

Alfresco Concert 1

July 15 • 7:00 pm

Alfresco Concert 2

July 21 • 7:00 pm

2026 FESTIVAL MUSICIANS

2026 ARTISTS

Andrew Gonzalez
viola
Aaron Wolff (Fellow)
cello
Audrey Vardanega
Piano
Beneath A Tree

Christopher Goodpasture (Laureate)

 piano

Clara Abel (Fellowship Quartet)
cello
Dan Turkos
bass
Elizabeth Blumenstock
violin
Elizabeth Dorman
piano
Eric Zivian
fortepiano
Gail Hernández Rosa
viola
Hsin-Tien Cindy Wu
violin
Jeff LaDeur
piano
Jennifer Frautschi
violin
Josh Liu (Laureate)
violin
Julia Yang (Fellow)
cello
Juliette Greer (Fellowship Quartet)
violin
Liana Bérubé
violin
Nikki Einfeld
soprano
Rachell Ellen Wong
violin
Ramón Carrero-Martínez (Laureate)
viola
Rosemary Nelis (Fellowship Quartet)
viola
SoYoung Choi (Fellowship Quartet)
violin
Tanya Tomkins
cello

2026 PARTNERS & SPONSORS

Valley of the Moon Music Festival is the proud recipient of generous support from: