Internationally acclaimed dramatic soprano Sharon Sweet will teach master classes at our 2019 Summer Festival.

The Que Pastas are a kindie band based out of Austin.

Highlighting composers who demonstrated inspired musical talent at early ages, the audience hears the genius of Italian composers Rossini, Verdi, and Respighi, as well as frequent Italian visitor, Mozart.

Step back in time! Tour the historic Mesa Schoolhouse (33985 Hwy 40) and experience student and teacher life at the turn-of-the-century in this one-room schoolhouse.

"Writers Who Put Steamboat on the Page and on the Map" with retired professor of English, Jim Maguire.

One of our most celebrated events of the summer. An evening of new choreographic works, and cherished dance pieces, set in a variety of styles, and performed by our Pre-Professional Intensive Dance students.

Born in 2003 in Bali, Joey Alexander had already recorded two Grammy-nominated studio albums by the age of 14 and now enjoys one of the most ascendant careers ever seen in jazz.

Virtuoso string playing has always been at the heart of pieces arranged for small ensembles.

Hosted by the Steamboat Writers Group, A Day for Writers 2019, our 38th annual writers conference, features presenters Emily Sinclair and Juan J Morales.

Mipso is born from North Carolina’s broad range of disparate musical influences.

They’re … NOT … clowns! Steamboat favorites Kelly Anzalone, Scott Parker, and Andy Pratt return to the Strings stage with their trademark hilarity and fresh juggling routines, costumes, props, songs, and dances.

Widely regarded as one of the most brilliant songwriters of her generation, Suzanne Vega emerged as a leading figure of the folk-music revival of the early 1980s when she began performing contemporary folk in Greenwich Village clubs.

The city of Vienna has always been an important center of the classical music world, a place where many composers went to make their name.

SAM's 2nd annual visual writing event, EKPHRASIS 2019, concludes with "celebrity" readings and awards for this year's top entries.

Ronnie Milsap has collected nearly every country music accolade possible, with music incorporating pop, R&B, and rock and roll elements.

"The Monger Family Ranch: Then and Now" with local ranchers Larry and Krista Monger.

Join our Young Artists Intensive students as they perform a double bill of new and treasured choreographic dance works, as well as the contemporary musical 13!

The program is free and takes place at the Yampa River Botanic Park - 1000 Pamela Lane. Participants should meet at the large umbrella in the center of the park. All painting supplies are provided by the museum, and reservations are not required.

A great musical architect, Bach had a unique way of creating pieces that spanned a wide range of emotions and techniques.

Hear Opera Steamboat youn professionals sing a wide variety of musical selections.

Mandolin Orange’s music radiates a mysterious warmth; their songs feel like whispered secrets, one hand cupped to your ear.

Strings is pleased to partner with Yampa Valley Autism Program for this special concert by members of Finnegan Blue.

Finnegan Blue plays by their own rules. The San Diego-based band is rooted in traditional folk but blends together rock, bluegrass, Irish, gospel, reggae, and NOLA second line with a punk rock-inspired edge to create a truly unique sound.

Step back in time! Tour the historic Mesa Schoolhouse (33985 Hwy 40) and experience student and teacher life at the turn-of-the-century in this one-room schoolhouse.

A protégé of the legendary jazz master Dizzy Gillespie, Arturo Sandoval was born in a small town on the outskirts of Havana, Cuba.

"Rollins Pass Rewind: A Journey Through 10,000 Years of History Atop One of Colorado's Great Gates" with authors Kate Wright and B. Travis Wright.

An opera based on the life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo

An opera based on the classic fairly tale, enjoyable for the whole family.

For more than four decades, John Hiatt has been defining himself as one of the finest songwriters of his generation.

An opera based on the classic fairy tale, enjoyable for the whole family.

An opera celebrating the life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo.

Enjoy selections from our grand opera Rusalka, sung by Opera Artist Institute singers

Ray Benson founded Asleep at the Wheel in Paw Paw, West Virginia 47 years ago.

"Building Steamboat: The Art Gumprecht and Eugene Sternberg Legacy" with historic preservation expert Arianthe' Stettner.

Rusalka is a grand opera based on the Czech adaptation of The Little Mermaid.

A Professional Dance Performance featuring Perry-Mansfield's own College Dancers, who will take the stage alongside Alex Ketley and the Foundry.

Shelby Lynne has recorded 15 albums, founded her own record label, and acted in both TV and in movies. She won the Academy of Country Music’s Top New Female Vocalist award in 1991 and the Grammy for Best New Artist in 2000, an especially deserved accomplishment as she had been in the music business for nearly 13 years.

"Researching in Routt: A How-To Guide for Locating Local Data, Facts and People" with John Major, Reference Librarian at the Bud Werner Memorial Library.

Led by dynamic vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Lech Wierzynski, and drawing on diverse musical influences from Bay Area R&B, funk, Southern soul, Delta blues, and New Orleans second-line, the California Honeydrops bring vibrant energy and infectious dance-party vibes to their performances.

"A Wither Childhood and the Saga of Snow Sculpture in the Winter Carnival" with Steamboat native Tom Wither.

"Historical Postcards from Northwest Colorado" with Dan Davidson, Director of the Museum of Northwest Colorado.

Boz Scaggs grew up in Oklahoma and Texas, where he spent his teenage years immersed in the blues, R&B and early rock ‘n roll.

The 3 Redneck Tenors are a new breed in the “tenor genre” – their musical comedy featuring classically trained veteran artists is like Duck Dynasty goes to Carnegie Hall - down home laughs with big city music!

As world travelers for nearly two decades, Rising Appalachia has merged global music influences with their own Southern roots.

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason has been performing live shows for over 50 years.