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Aspen Music Festival and School

Founded in 1949, the Aspen Music Festival and School is regarded as one of the top classical music festivals in the United States

Aspen Music School performing at Aspen Music Festival

Summer of Music

The Aspen Music Festival and School is the United States’ premier classical music festival, presenting more than 300 musical events during its eight-week summer season.

For over 75 years, this Aspen institution has drawn top classical musicians from around the world to the Aspen campus for an unparalleled combination of performances and music education. Many events are free, and seating on the David Karetsky Music Lawn and in the Music Garden is always free. Additional programming is offered year-round.

group of Aspen Music School musicians holding guitars in front of ski resort
Aspen Music School musicians with violins dressed for a preformance
Aspen Music School preforming at Aspen Music Festival stage