More About BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026: Festival Finale — We the Music
Join BridgeMusik for Festival Finale — We the Music, the culminating event of the BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026: We the Music — Celebrating 250 Years of American Voices.
This festive closing concert brings together BridgeMusik Festival students, faculty artists, and special guests in a celebration of the creativity, collaboration, and musical achievements that have defined the festival.
Featuring performances by students and professional musicians working side by side, the program highlights the artistic growth, mentorship, and community spirit that are central to the BridgeMusik experience. Featuring Aaron Copland's Appalachian Spring, music by John Philip Sousa, and works by other American composers, the concert celebrates America's musical heritage and the next generation of musical voices.
Drawing inspiration from the festival theme, the program reflects the many voices that have shaped American musical life while highlighting the next generation of artists. The concert embodies BridgeMusik's commitment to honoring America's musical heritage while fostering creativity, excellence, and artistic discovery.
As the final event of the BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026, this concert brings together the festival's themes of mentorship, artistic discovery, cultural exchange, and community engagement.
Inspired by the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, this year's 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 Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale at the Nyack Center on August 1–2, the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss, a newly commissioned work created and performed by The Dolphins Quartet, free Chamber Hour library concerts, community performances, and collaborations between emerging musicians and professional artists.
As the festival concludes, BridgeMusik looks ahead to a new season of Chamber Hour concerts, educational programs, and community performances throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond.
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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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BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026 is made possible in part through the support of the New York State Council on the Arts, the Arthur F. and Alice E. Adams Charitable Foundation, the Curtis W. McGraw Foundation, the Froning Family Foundation, Nyack Tourism Grant, and individual donors.
BridgeMusik concerts are presented free of charge. Additional contributions are welcome through Eventbrite or at Click for Details Every gift helps sustain community performances, library programs, educational initiatives, and artistic opportunities for students throughout the year.
Admission is free. Advance registration is required.
This festive closing concert brings together BridgeMusik Festival students, faculty artists, and special guests in a celebration of the creativity, collaboration, and musical achievements that have defined the festival.
Featuring performances by students and professional musicians working side by side, the program highlights the artistic growth, mentorship, and community spirit that are central to the BridgeMusik experience. Featuring Aaron Copland's Appalachian Spring, music by John Philip Sousa, and works by other American composers, the concert celebrates America's musical heritage and the next generation of musical voices.
Drawing inspiration from the festival theme, the program reflects the many voices that have shaped American musical life while highlighting the next generation of artists. The concert embodies BridgeMusik's commitment to honoring America's musical heritage while fostering creativity, excellence, and artistic discovery.
As the final event of the BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026, this concert brings together the festival's themes of mentorship, artistic discovery, cultural exchange, and community engagement.
Inspired by the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, this year's 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 Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale at the Nyack Center on August 1–2, the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss, a newly commissioned work created and performed by The Dolphins Quartet, free Chamber Hour library concerts, community performances, and collaborations between emerging musicians and professional artists.
As the festival concludes, BridgeMusik looks ahead to a new season of Chamber Hour concerts, educational programs, and community performances throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond.
Register for this event:
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
BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026 is made possible in part through the support of the New York State Council on the Arts, the Arthur F. and Alice E. Adams Charitable Foundation, the Curtis W. McGraw Foundation, the Froning Family Foundation, Nyack Tourism Grant, and individual donors.
BridgeMusik concerts are presented free of charge. Additional contributions are welcome through Eventbrite or at Click for Details Every gift helps sustain community performances, library programs, educational initiatives, and artistic opportunities for students throughout the year.
Admission is free. Advance registration is required.
Date & Time
August 16, 2026
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Location
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Auditorium
120 Kings Highway
Tappan, NY 10983
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