Taconic Music Summer Festival 2025 Concert Tickets and SEASON PASSES are now available. Four weeks of concerts with internationally acclaimed musicians Summer program for undergrad and postgraduate music performance students Our resident ensemble performs for the community throughout the year Offering violin viola and cello lessons and recitals for ages 518 Free concerts and educational programming in schools and libraries Providing children opportunities to discover and experience classical music up close Bringing music throughout the year to those who might not otherwise have access Classical music mixed with pop rock Latin and jazz arrangements in nontraditional venues Worldclass musicians perform in the rustic elegance of the Inn at Manchesters Celebration Barn Genrespanning performances with singers rock bands dancers and more reach audiences with diverse musical interests 10day chamber music festival in Padua Italy for string students ages 18 and up Contributions from audiences donors and business sponsors help us realize our yearround mission Taconic Music cofounders and Artistic Directors Joana Genova and Ariel Rudiakov established the organization in the fall of 2016. Meet Joana and Ari OUR MISSION Taconic Music provides Southern Vermont communities with yearround concerts lessons demonstrations and educational programs built upon the rich traditions of classical music. Taconic Music offers inclusive points of entry through a variety of genres for people of all ages and walks of life who value music as part of their daily lives.