Manchester Music Festival engages, inspires, and grows a supportive audience for classical music, performed at the highest level of artistic excellence, and teaches exceptional young performers in the art of chamber music.

This summer, Manchester Music Festival explores "Music and Storytelling," illuminating the profound connections between literature, poetry, song, and music.

Schedule of Events:

Family Programs

11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Family Programs - Ferdinand the Bull

Location: Manchester Community Library, 138 Cemetary Ave., Manchester, VT

The ideal introduction to the beauty and enjoyment of the performing arts, Manchester Music Festival's Family Programs invite young people and their grownups to discover the world of chamber music together. 

Programs:
Ridout - "Ferdinand the Bull" (1971). Inspired by american author Munro Leaf's best-loved book, The Story of Ferdinand (1936), British composer Alan Ridout penned his musical adaptation for violin and reader in 1971. Violinist Philip Setzer will perform Ridout's appealing score, with actor Linda Setzer narrating the tale of the peace-loving bull who delighted in a sunny, fragrant meadow (July 19). 

Poulenc - "The Story of Babar, the Little Elephant" (1940). Francis Poulenc's brilliant musical characterizations of Babar, his Mother, the Patroness, and cousins Arthur and Celeste embellish Jean de Brunhoff's memorable "Story of Babar," a classic that has warmed young hearts since 1931. Scored for piano and reader, "The Story of Babar" will be brought to life by actor Paula Nassivera and pianist (to be announced) (August 2).

Artists:
Philip Setzer, violin
Linda Setzer, narrator
Paula Nassivera, narrator
Pianist