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¡Viva Mariachi!
Open to school groups only. Please contact Festival Napa Valley’s Education Department to attend. Admission-free.
Presented in collaboration with Napa Valley College as part of their 6th Annual ¡Viva Mariachi! celebration, today’s Novack Concert for Kids features Mariachi Las Aguilitas de Davis Bilingual Elementary School in Tucson, Arizona, an award-winning ensemble whose members performed on Good Morning America in 2023. A pre-concert Mariachi instrument petting zoo organized by the Napa Valley Education Foundation’s Music Connection program gives students the opportunity to experience some hands-on learning about this rich musical tradition and its origins.

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OLIVIA DECKER POWER OF MUSIC
Join Festival Napa Valley for an elegant evening with internationally celebrated violinist Ray Chen, joined by acclaimed pianist Chelsea Wang, in the historic grandeur of The Palace Hotel in downtown San Francisco. Chen, a global classical star and innovative musical personality whose artistry resonates with audiences around the world, and Wang, praised for her expressive nuance and dynamic presence, present a captivating program that bridges tradition and modern virtuosity.

Lecture: A Biological Perspective on the Transformative Power of Music
Aniruddh D. Patel, PhD  |  Tufts University
Session I  |  9:35am – 10:15am  |  Ecolab Theatre
Offering a compelling, evidence-based discussion of the power of music to impact the human brain and its non-musical cognitive functions, Dr. Patel shares his insightful work on the cognitive, neural, and evolutionary foundations of musicality.

Free of charge, this Festival Napa Valley Arts for All program brings professional musicians to childcare sites, public schools, and eldercare facilities, enriching under-served communities with programs that offer an engaging mix of fascinating conversation and live music. To learn how to bring a Meet the Musician session to your site, please email Festival Napa Valley’s Education Department.

Admission-free. Reservations are recommended.
American soprano and Festival favorite Lisa Delan, alongside distinguished pianist Kevin Korth and special guests, presents Classical Cabaret — an intimate afternoon of theatrical treasures from the art song repertoire.

Admission-free. Reservations are recommended. 
Cellist Sonya Moomaw has gained national recognition for her expressive musicianship and technical command. She has earned top prizes in major competitions, including the National Sphinx Competition and the Music Teachers National Association Strings Competition, and has been featured on National Public Radio’s From the Top.

Admission-free. Reservations are recommended. 
The sister duo Hina & Fiona return to Festival Napa Valley, performing selections from their acclaimed debut album on Pentanone, Dear to Us. At just 21 and 18, the sisters have already achieved extraordinary milestones. Hina won First Prize at the 2023 Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition, and Fiona made her debut with the New York Philharmonic at just 16.

Festival Napa Valley celebrates its 20th anniversary with a star-studded summer season from July 4-19, 2026, bringing world-renowned artists, bold new works, and immersive cultural experiences to stages across Napa Valley. The milestone season features performances by Renée Fleming, Wynton Marsalis, Time for Three, Ray Chen, and Jean-Yves Thibaudet, alongside the world premiere of The Judgment of Paris, a new opera by composer Jake Heggie and librettist Gene Scheer inspired by Napa Valley’s historic rise to global wine prominence. 

The Allegro Pass is a curated Festival Napa Valley experience created for a new generation of patrons, taking place July 9–11, 2026. Designed for culturally engaged tastemakers and emerging supporters, Allegro offers Patron-level concert access paired with intimate gatherings, private dinners, and elevated hospitality throughout the year.

After the Opening Night concert at Charles Krug, the evening continues with a private dinner at PRESS, St. Helena’s celebrated steakhouse. Enjoy a memorable evening of exquisite cuisine, world-class wines, and engaging conversation with fellow arts enthusiasts.

Admission-free. Reservations are recommended.
 Praised for playing that is “immaculately voiced” and richly nuanced, pianist Steven Lin brings a vibrant program to life with virtuosity, imagination, and expressive depth. Experience the power and intimacy of great piano music up close in a performance that showcases the piano’s extraordinary range of color and character.

Admission-free. Reservations are recommended. 
Join acclaimed cellists Eileen Moon and Jonah Kim for a concert of celebrated chamber works performed by an all-star sextet of distinguished musicians. Known for their dynamic artistry and musical chemistry, Moon and Kim bring together friends and collaborators for a vibrant program showcasing the intimacy, virtuosity, and spontaneity of chamber music at its finest.

Admission-free. Reservations are recommended.
Pianist Rieko Tsuchida and clarinetist Anthony McGill take center stage at the popular Festival Live! concert series. Tsuchida, an acclaimed soloist and chamber musician, returns to the Festival to join McGill, principal clarinet of the New York Philharmonic and an internationally celebrated performer.

Admission-free. Reservations are recommended. 
Join us for a lively chamber concert featuring the students and faculty of The Frost School at Festival Napa Valley's Blackburn Music Academy.