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Let’s Get Ready to Party! 2020 Marks Beethoven’s 250th Birthday

October 21, 2019 by Kara Pound Leave a Comment

In 2020, the world marks the 250th birthday of one of classical music's singular artists, Ludwig van Beethoven. Ludwig van Beethoven was a German pianist and composer widely considered to be one of the greatest musical geniuses of all time. His … [Read more...] about Let’s Get Ready to Party! 2020 Marks Beethoven’s 250th Birthday

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Listening To Classical Music Makes Us More Generous, According To New Research

October 21, 2019 by Kara Pound Leave a Comment

This article was originally posted on Forbes.com on October 18, 2019 by Mark Travers.  Imagine participating in a study in which you and one other person are each given 10 dollars. The researchers inform you that it is your job to decide whether the … [Read more...] about Listening To Classical Music Makes Us More Generous, According To New Research

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October 2019 Newsletter

October 1, 2019 by Kara Pound Leave a Comment

In July, we gave you a hint of things to come for the next St. Augustine Music Festival season. After a summer break and reflecting on our successful 2019 festival, we’re back working, talking, and preparing for June 2020. Celebrating + Recognizing … [Read more...] about October 2019 Newsletter

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The Etiquette of Applause: When to Clap?

October 1, 2019 by Kara Pound Leave a Comment

A French concert program created a petite stir last year when it included this note: "Applaud when you like! The 20th-century fashion of not applauding between movements is historically absurd. Mozart never imposed silence." It is well known that … [Read more...] about The Etiquette of Applause: When to Clap?

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A Look Back at SAMF 2019

September 26, 2019 by Kara Pound Leave a Comment

With our 13th music festival behind us, our full house EACH EVENING speaks to the tremendous interest and enthusiasm in the largest, free classical music festival in the USA performed in the beautiful Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine. As always, … [Read more...] about A Look Back at SAMF 2019

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September is Classical Music Month

September 26, 2019 by Kara Pound Leave a Comment

In 1994, President Bill Clinton designated September as Classical Music Month. Therefore, what better way to toast the National Classical Music Month than announcing SAMF 2020! Mark your calendar for the 14th Annual St. Augustine Music Festival, … [Read more...] about September is Classical Music Month

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Educational Outreach at Sebastian Middle School

May 2, 2019 by Kara Pound Leave a Comment

It is always gratifying to watch children listen, enjoy, and participate in music programs and events. On April 30, as part of St. Augustine Music Festival’s outreach program with St. Johns County schools, a woodwind trio comprised of flutist Les … [Read more...] about Educational Outreach at Sebastian Middle School

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A Message from Jorge Peña – Ruth Conley Obituary

January 10, 2021

French Impressionism in Art & Music

French Impressionism in Art & Music

December 15, 2020

SAMF 2019

A Message from SAMF’s Artistic Director, Jorge Peña

June 5, 2020

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Nigel Armstrong

Hailed as “an astonishing talent, with exquisite technique”, Nigel Armstrong was born in Sonoma, California where he began playing the violin at the age of five.

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A Message from Jorge Peña – Ruth Conley Obituary

January 10, 2021

French Impressionism in Art & Music

French Impressionism in Art & Music

December 15, 2020

SAMF 2019

A Message from SAMF’s Artistic Director, Jorge Peña

June 5, 2020

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