American Federation of Musicians

Garth Newel Music Center, Emerging Artists Alumni Concert
2026-06-20 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Participants, Program, and Menu to be announced

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property.

Garth Newel Music Center, Michelle Cann
2026-06-27 17:00 - 18:00
Lauded as “a pianist of sterling artistry” by Gramophone, GRAMMY® Award-winning pianist Michelle Cann is one of the most sought-after artists of her generation.

Garth Newel also hosts the Emerging Artist Fellowship Program each summer (an intensive 4-week workshop for college-age students), an Amateur Chamber Music Retreat each spring, and is home to the Allegheny Mountain String Project, a vital source of music education for children in the Bath, Alleghany, and Highland communities. Known for its breathtaking scenery, world-class performances, and friendly and comfortable accommodations, Garth Newel is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.

Garth Newel Music Center, Garth Newel Piano Quartet
2026-07-05 15:00 - 16:00
Experience Garth Newel Piano Quartet’s fresh take on Mozart, and discover the expressive beauty of the piano quartet by the great American romantic Arthur Foote.

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property.

Garth Newel Music Center, Garth Newel Piano Quartet, Aisslinn Nosky (violin)
2026-07-11 17:00 - 18:00
Garth Newel Piano Quartet is joined by returning favorite Aisslinn Nosky in an exciting program that will feature the world premiere of the winning piano quartet of Garth Newel’s Composition Competition

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property.

Garth Newel Music Center, vivaldi’s Four Seasons with Aisslinn Nosky, Emerging Artist Fellows, and Francis Yun
2026-07-12 15:00 - 16:00
You’ve never heard the Four Seasons performed like this! Charismatic violinist Aisslinn Nosky leads the 2026 Fellows with harpsichordist Francis Yun for what will be a thrilling performance of this iconic work.

Garth Newel also hosts the Emerging Artist Fellowship Program each summer (an intensive 4-week workshop for college-age students), an Amateur Chamber Music Retreat each spring, and is home to the Allegheny Mountain String Project, a vital source of music education for children in the Bath, Alleghany, and Highland communities. Known for its breathtaking scenery, world-class performances, and friendly and comfortable accommodations, Garth Newel is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.

Garth Newel Music Center, Violaine Melançon, Dana Kelley, GNPQ, and Emerging Artist Fellows
2026-07-18 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-19 15:00 - 16:00
The remarkable Violaine Melançon (violin), Dana Kelley (viola), GNPQ, and the 2026 Fellows combine forces to create a weekend of unforgettable chamber music

Garth Newel also hosts the Emerging Artist Fellowship Program each summer (an intensive 4-week workshop for college-age students), an Amateur Chamber Music Retreat each spring, and is home to the Allegheny Mountain String Project, a vital source of music education for children in the Bath, Alleghany, and Highland communities. Known for its breathtaking scenery, world-class performances, and friendly and comfortable accommodations, Garth Newel is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.

Garth Newel Music Center, Pacifica Quartet
2026-07-24 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-25 14:00 - 15:00
As one of the most celebrated ensembles of their generation, GRAMMY® Award-winning Pacifica Quartet promises an evening of riveting chamber music, rich musical storytelling, and masterful ensemble artistry. Known for their astonishing technical command, expressive depth, and fearless interpretations, the Pacifica brings a rare combination of precision and fire to the stage.

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property.

Garth Newel Music Center, Emerging Artist Fellows
2026-08-01 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-02 15:00 - 16:00
Hear the great masterworks of the chamber music repertoire performed by our new generation of exceptional musicians.

Garth Newel also hosts the Emerging Artist Fellowship Program each summer (an intensive 4-week workshop for college-age students), an Amateur Chamber Music Retreat each spring, and is home to the Allegheny Mountain String Project, a vital source of music education for children in the Bath, Alleghany, and Highland communities. Known for its breathtaking scenery, world-class performances, and friendly and comfortable accommodations, Garth Newel is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.

Garth Newel Music Center, AMERICAN MADE: Good Shot Judy
2026-08-08 18:00 - 19:00
Dubbed the Mid-Atlantic’s No.1 high-octane swing band, Good Shot Judy is an 8-person “big-amp jazz band that sets stages aflame nationwide”. Enjoy an evening of the great All-American tunes that you grew up with in this high-energy and exciting show.

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property.

Garth Newel Music Center, Piano Weekend Day 1
2026-08-15 17:00 - 18:00
Two programs that will showcase the virtuosic range of great American composers, from George Gershwin to John Adams, as well as symphonic masterworks to bring the house down. Pianists Tian Tian, Zsolt Bognár, Genevieve Lee, and Jeannette Fang

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property.

garth newel music center, Piano Weekend Day 2
2026-08-16 15:00 - 16:00
Two programs that will showcase the virtuosic range of great American composers, from George Gershwin to John Adams, as well as symphonic masterworks to bring the house down. Featuring pianists Tian Tian, Zsolt Bognár, Genevieve Lee, and Jeannette Fang

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property

garth newel music center, String Weekend with Attacca Quartet
2026-08-22 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-23 15:00 - 16:00
GRAMMY® Award-Winning Attacca Quartet joins the string players of the Garth Newel Piano Quartet for our annual string extravaganza.

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property

garth newel music center, Jennifer Frautschi with Garth Newel Piano Quartet
2026-08-29 17:00 - 18:00
Two-time GRAMMY® nominee and Avery Fisher career grant recipient violinist Jennifer Frautschi presents a thrilling recital with pianist Jeannette Fang

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property

garth newel music center, Jennifer Frautschi with Garth Newel Piano Quartet 2
2026-08-30 15:00 - 16:00
Jennifer Frautschi joins the Garth Newel Piano Quartet for a program that culminates in the beloved annual performance of Dvořák’s radiant Piano Quintet.

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property

garth newel music center, SEASON FINALE with mezzo-soprano Kelley O'Connor, pianist Robert Spano, and Garth Newel Piano Quartet
2026-09-05 17:00 - 18:00
Our summer season culminates with the compelling GRAMMY® Award-winning mezzo-soprano Kelley O’Connor and world-renowned conductor and pianist, Robert Spano. Known for her “commanding intensity on stage, a velvet vocal tone, and the ability to create sheer magic in her interpretations,” O’Connor joins Spano and GNPQ for a pair of concerts guaranteed to delight.

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property

garth newel music center, SEASON FINALE with mezzo-soprano Kelley O'Connor, pianist Robert Spano, and Garth Newel Piano Quartet
2026-09-06 15:00 - 16:00
Our summer season culminates with the compelling GRAMMY® Award-winning mezzo-soprano Kelley O’Connor, and world-renowned conductor and pianist, Robert Spano. Known for her “commanding intensity on stage, a velvet vocal tone, and the ability to create sheer magic in her interpretations”, O’Connor joins Spano and GNPQ for a pair of concerts guaranteed to delight.

Founded in 1973, Garth Newel Music Center is a year-round chamber music venue situated in the heart of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, presenting over 50 concerts throughout the year performed by the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and other renowned guest musicians. Concerts are paired with gourmet meals created by Resident Chef Josh Elliott, and lodging is available in the Historic Manor House on the exquisite 114-acre property
