More About BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026: Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale
🎻 A soldier. A violin. A deal with the Devil.
BridgeMusik opens its Summer Festival 2026, We the Music – Celebrating 250 Years of American Voices, with a bold, fully staged production of Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale, paired with the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss.
This special theatrical program brings together music, theater, and dance in a visually compelling interpretation of Stravinsky's iconic work.
Telling the story of a soldier who trades his violin to the Devil in exchange for wealth, The Soldier's Tale explores timeless themes of temptation, fate, and the true cost of ambition.
The program also includes the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss, written especially for the festival as a contemporary companion to Stravinsky's theatrical masterpiece.
Directed by Malena Dayen and conducted by David Rosenmeyer, the performance features the BridgeMusik Festival Ensemble in a dynamic collaboration of music and storytelling.
Featuring an outstanding cast of New York theater and dance artists:
Danny Bryck — The Soldier
Alok Tewari — The Devil
Mary Neufeld — Narrator
JoVonna Parks — The Princess / Dancer
Inspired by the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, this year's BridgeMusik Summer Festival explores the rich tapestry of American musical life through the works of American composers, jazz innovators, and immigrant artists who helped shape the nation's cultural identity.
Festival highlights include the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss, a newly commissioned work by The Dolphins Quartet, free Chamber Hour library concerts, community performances, student recitals, and collaborations between emerging musicians and professional artists.
Following opening weekend, the festival continues throughout Rockland County with free Chamber Hour library concerts, community performances, student recitals, and special events celebrating American musical voices across generations.
Reserve your seats for this performance:
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Explore the complete BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026 Eventbrite Collection for additional concerts and events taking place August 1–16:
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The Soldier's Tale (L'Histoire du soldat) is presented under license from G. Schirmer, Inc. o/b/o Chester Music Ltd., copyright owners.
BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026 is made possible in part through the support of the New York State Council on the Arts, Nyack Tourism, and individual donors.
Ticket purchases help sustain BridgeMusik's free community concerts, library programs, and educational initiatives throughout the festival.
Additional contributions are welcome through Eventbrite or at Click for Details Every gift helps sustain artistic opportunities for students and community programming throughout the year.
BridgeMusik opens its Summer Festival 2026, We the Music – Celebrating 250 Years of American Voices, with a bold, fully staged production of Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale, paired with the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss.
This special theatrical program brings together music, theater, and dance in a visually compelling interpretation of Stravinsky's iconic work.
Telling the story of a soldier who trades his violin to the Devil in exchange for wealth, The Soldier's Tale explores timeless themes of temptation, fate, and the true cost of ambition.
The program also includes the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss, written especially for the festival as a contemporary companion to Stravinsky's theatrical masterpiece.
Directed by Malena Dayen and conducted by David Rosenmeyer, the performance features the BridgeMusik Festival Ensemble in a dynamic collaboration of music and storytelling.
Featuring an outstanding cast of New York theater and dance artists:
Danny Bryck — The Soldier
Alok Tewari — The Devil
Mary Neufeld — Narrator
JoVonna Parks — The Princess / Dancer
Inspired by the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, this year's BridgeMusik Summer Festival explores the rich tapestry of American musical life through the works of American composers, jazz innovators, and immigrant artists who helped shape the nation's cultural identity.
Festival highlights include the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss, a newly commissioned work by The Dolphins Quartet, free Chamber Hour library concerts, community performances, student recitals, and collaborations between emerging musicians and professional artists.
Following opening weekend, the festival continues throughout Rockland County with free Chamber Hour library concerts, community performances, student recitals, and special events celebrating American musical voices across generations.
Reserve your seats for this performance:
Click for Details
Explore the complete BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026 Eventbrite Collection for additional concerts and events taking place August 1–16:
Click for Details
The Soldier's Tale (L'Histoire du soldat) is presented under license from G. Schirmer, Inc. o/b/o Chester Music Ltd., copyright owners.
BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026 is made possible in part through the support of the New York State Council on the Arts, Nyack Tourism, and individual donors.
Ticket purchases help sustain BridgeMusik's free community concerts, library programs, and educational initiatives throughout the festival.
Additional contributions are welcome through Eventbrite or at Click for Details Every gift helps sustain artistic opportunities for students and community programming throughout the year.
Date & Time
August 1, 2026
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Location
Blauvelt Free Library
541 Western Highway
Blauvelt, NY 10913
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