APPALACHIAN CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL
History, Nature, Culture
2025 Festival Schedule
A Homecoming in Appalachia: Celebrating Five Seasons
August 14, 2025 at 11:00:00 PM
Barns of Rose Hill, Chalmers Court, Berryville, VA, USA
Tickets available through the venue: $35 General Admission / Free for children under 12 when accompanied by an adult
A special concert event at Barns of Rose Hill, featuring Audrey Gray and Schuyler Slack
Nature and Music: Appalachian Spring
August 15, 2025 at 11:00:00 PM
Shepherdstown Presbyterian Church, West Washington Street, Shepherdstown, WV, USA
$33 General Admission / $10 Student / Free kids under 18
This extra-special concert is a tour-de-force of what ACMF is all about: great music in community spaces with music that we really love. Come and join us for a magical evening of music that takes nature as inspiration and is designed to transport the audience to a special time and place in each piece. Includes post-concert meet & greet reception in the fellowship hall.
Bach and Friends, featuring ACMF solo voices | Coffee Concert Series
August 16, 2025 at 3:00:00 PM
304 E German St, Shepherdstown, WV 25443, USA
$28 General Admission / $10 Student / Free kids under 18
Part fo the Coffee Concerts Series.
Back by popular demand, we’re giving you an opportunity to hear the solo voices of our ACMF artists in works by Bach and his friends. By friends, we don’t only mean Bach’s contemporaries, but all the composers who were inspired by his incredible solo works for stringed instruments.
Festival Highlights
August 16, 2025 at 11:00:00 PM
Camp Hill-Wesley United Methodist Church, Washington Street, Harpers Ferry, WV, USA
$25 General Admission / $10 Student / Free kids under 18
Come experience some musical highlights of the festival in Historic Harpers ferry! This celebratory program is a real tour-de force of chamber music repertoire, starting off with the virtuosic double bass and baritone showcase by Mozart, “Per questa Bella” featuring Sam Suggs and Thomas Coltman.
Festival Finale: History, Nature, Culture *LOCATION CHANGED*
August 17, 2025 at 7:00:00 PM
Friends of Happy Retreat, Mordington Avenue, Charles Town, WV, USA
Outdoor event: $12 General Admission / $5 Student / Free for kids under 18
UPDATE: LOCATION CHANGED! We are moving from Happy Retreat to an indoor location at Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town.
Unwind and celebrate the magic of music together at ACMF's vibran finale! Bring your family and friends and join us in celebraing the end of our 5th season! This casual, family-friendly, one-hour concert has something for everyone and is the perfect way relax and enjoy a summer afternoon.
Multi-Event Festival Pass
August 8, 2025 at 4:00:00 PM
$169.50 (includes WV sales tax)
SALES CLOSED / 7 evening concert events included
(Sold separately: 8/7 at 868 Estate Vineyards, 8/10 Dinner at Bistro 112 (Sales Closed), 8/14 at Barns of Rose Hill; Sold separately: Coffee Concert Series on 8/9 at 11am, 8/10 at 1:30 pm, 8/16 at 11 am)
Special Event: Wine & Music
August 7, 2025 at 11:00:00 PM
868 Estate Vineyards, Harpers Ferry Road, Purcellville, VA, USA
$95 includes food with wine flight / $80 for food and non-alcholic beverages
Music and wine pairing with food at 868 Estate Vineyards, to be held in their beautiful indoor tasting room. Curated by ACMF wine aficionado and violinist, Martin Gwilym-Jones, this is a special event you won’t want to miss. Seats are limited!
Festival Opening Night: The Music of Don Redman
August 8, 2025 at 11:00:00 PM
Storer College Campus, Mather Place, Harpers Ferry, WV, USA
FREE outdoor event / RSVP Strongly Encouraged for Rain Venue Seating
Free outdoor event with ACMF and the Howard Burns Quartet. Made possible in part thanks to the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Harpers Ferry Park Association, and the Corporation of Harpers Ferry.
Join us for this one-hour sunset concert on the lawn of historic Storer College in Harpers Ferry for the music of jazz legend and Storer College alumnus, Don Redman. Back by popular request, ACMF String musicians are delighted to collaborate with the Howard Burns jazz quartet. Featuring original arrangements by ACMF artist Chris Jusell of some of Redman’s most celebrated jazz works.
Duo Delights | Coffee Concert Series
August 9, 2025 at 3:00:00 PM
Station At Shepherdstown, Audrey Egle Drive, Shepherdstown, WV, USA
$28 General Admission / $10 Students / Free kids under 18
Part of the Coffee Concerts in Shepherdstown Series.
Back by popular demand! Join us for a one-hour late morning "coffee concert" filled with delectable miniature works for two players. This concert will feature the coming together of our talented wind and string players in a delightfully causal and intimate experience. Coffee and treats will be provided. Not to be missed!
A Celebration of Patty Willis
August 9, 2025 at 9:00:00 PM
Charles Washington Hall, West Washington Street, Charles Town, WV, USA
$28 General Admission / $10 Studeent / Free kids under 18
Opening weekend highlight event, featuring world premiere by Karen Walwyn. Schedule includes a free daytime art exhibit, then a ticketed event including a 5 pm pre-concert discussion, 6 pm concert with post-concert reception.
Coffee and a Cantata | Coffee Concert Series
August 10, 2025 at 5:30:00 PM
Saint Peter's Lutheran Church, North King Street, Shepherdstown, WV, USA
$20 General Admission / $10 Student / Free kids under 18
Part of the Coffee Concerts Series
This is the second concert in our Coffee Concerts in Shepherdstown Series, new for 2025! This short, sweet and powerful performance will feature British baritone Thomas Coltman joining us again this year from his native Wales as well as flautist Sinéad Farrell in performances of Bach’s celebrated cantata no. 82 “Ich habe Genug” and the Badiniere from Bach’s Suite in B-minor. We couldn’t think of a more fitting title to perform early in the dat on a Sunday than “Ich habe Genug” literally translates to “I have enough”, and thought it was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the great joys of music nestled in the community of Shepherdstown.
Total run time: 30 mins
Art and Music
August 10, 2025 at 9:30:00 PM
Shepherdstown Opera House, West German Street, Shepherdstown, WV, USA
$28 General Admission / $10 Student / Free kids under 18
Music program with featured art selections! 5:30 pm pre-concert lecture; 6 pm performance
This hour-long concert of chamber masterpieces, both classic and contemporary have been chosen for their evocative imagery. These sonic landscapes will be amplified by powerful artwork displayed on the big screen, expertly curated by Jordan Burke. Arrive early to hear Jordan's insightful pre-concert talk, exploring the visual selections and their connection to the music.
Make an evening of it! Purhase tickets to Dinner at Bistro 112 (SALES CLOSED) and the 8:30pm performance of "Film & Music" featuring an original score set to the 1911 Italian silent film "L'Inferno".
Dinner at Bistro 112 (SALES CLOSED)
August 10, 2025 at 11:00:00 PM
Bistro 112, West German Street, Shepherdstown, WV, USA
$57
(SALES CLOSED) A special ticketed dinner between our concerts at the Shepherdstown Opera House! Make an evening of it, or just come out and join us for a delicious 3 course dinner with a local favorite!
Film and Music: L'Inferno (1911)
August 11, 2025 at 12:30:00 AM
Shepherdstown Opera House, West German Street, Shepherdstown, WV, USA
$25 General Admission / $10 Student / Dinner $57
Italian silent film "L’Inferno" (Dante’s Inferno, 1911), with reimagined original film accompaniment for violin and double bass by ACMF's own Domenic Salerni!
Come early for a ticketed 3 course dinner across the street at Bistro 112 starting! (SALES CLOSED)
Pop-Up Concert in Harpers Ferry
August 12, 2025 at 4:00:00 PM
John Brown's Fort, Shenandoah Street, Harpers Ferry, WV, USA
FREE Pop-up Concert
A special pop-up event in historic downtown Harpers Ferry (Time and exact location TBD; Informal event, approx. 20 mins, no seating / no tickets or RSVPs)
Inspired by the story of John Brown, composer Ailbhe McDonagh wrote her first string quartet, “Appalachian” as a commission for the first ever season of ACMF back in 2021. Concert is free and open to the public. Park visitors will pay entrance fee for Harpers Ferry National Historical Park; park at the Visitor's Center (171 Shoreline Drive, Harpers Ferry, WV) and ride the shuttle to downtown Harpers Ferry.
“Love Comes in at the Eye”
August 13, 2025 at 11:00:00 PM
Zion Episcopal Church, East Congress Street, Charles Town, WV, USA
$25 General Admission / $10 Student / Free kids under 18
"Wine comes in at the mouth, And love comes in at the eye." - William Butler Yeats
Raise a glass to an enchanting mid-week escape inspired by the words of the Irish poet W.B. Yeats. This delightful concert features the exceptional talents of our two Irish ACMF artists, Sinéad Farrell and Sinéad Frost, alongside the rich baritone sounds of Thomas Coltman.
Immerse yourself in a refreshing 90-minute program of exquisite classical and romantic works for woodwinds, strings, and piano.
Masterclass 1: Katie Tertell
August 4, 2025 at 6:00:00 PM
Hillsboro Old Stone School, Charles Town Pike, Hillsboro, VA, USA
FREE / RSVP Requested
Observe today's Camp Masterclass
Come and experience the musical process! ACMF camp participants will perform prepared solo works for some of our world-class coaches.
Masterclass 4: Sam Suggs
August 7, 2025 at 6:00:00 PM
Hillsboro Old Stone School, Charles Town Pike, Hillsboro, VA, USA
FREE / RSVP Requested
Observe today's Camp Masterclass
Come and experience the musical process! ACMF camp participants will perform prepared solo works for some of our world-class coaches.
Camp Final Performance
August 8, 2025 at 6:00:00 PM
Hillsboro Old Stone School, Charles Town Pike, Hillsboro, VA, USA
FREE / RSVP Requested
Join us to celebrate a week of learning featuring our 2025 Camp Musicians! We highly recommend this event for string students who are considering joining us next year. Come watch our concert, visit with our coaches, and find out what makes this camp a great end of summer experience.
Adult Intensive Chamber Music Workshop
August 2, 2025 at 2:00:00 PM
Friends of Happy Retreat, Mordington Avenue, Charles Town, WV, USA
$175, need based scholarships available
A weekend chamber music workshop for adult musicians with coaching provided by ACMF's festival musicians! Both preformed groups and individual musicians are welcome. Lunch provided both days. For strings with limited spots for woodwind and brass. Apply by July 1!