Penn's Woods Music Festival

08/26/2024

Mark you calendars! A great opportunity to explore and hear great works!

The Penn State School of Music has announced a new recital series titled "American Mavericks, Malcontents, and Mischief-Makers." The series, which celebrates the bold and rebellious spirit of music, will kick off with a free preview recital at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3, in the Recital Hall.

08/19/2024

We are saddend to share the news that Maestro Douglas Meyer (Penn's Woods Music Director from 1989-1995) passed away this past week in State College. Under Doug's leadership the festival grew into a four week festival with a full symphonic repertoire. Duiring his tenure, musicians auditioned for the festival, were paid a small living stipend, and were housed in University apartments. The festival grew to have a national reputation attracting talented orchestral musicians to Central PA. In fact, one summer the orchestra had musicians from every continent but Antarctica on the stage at Schwab Auditorium. Doug also brought notable guest conductors and soloists to the festival program. Doug was a walking music encyclopedia. He had such a love for the music. That knowledge was reflected in his varied and sometimes challenging programming both for the performer to execute and the audience to hear! He knew the power of music and that audiences needed to be introduced to unfamiliar works. In addition, Doug was director of orchestras in the Penn State School of Music. He led various ensembles, taught conducting, and guided hundreds of music students on their musical journey, As you will read, after leaving the festival and university, he continued to significanlty impact the musical life of the Centre Region. He will be missed. Bravo! Maestro Meyer, Bravo indeed. https://www.kochfuneralhome.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=32789310&fbclid=IwY2xjawEwSEBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHTFpg2-3czriLaKqh_vcNRaiReg5U31W-iq9GMW8rgKRAAPHe5zhWM1N5w_aem_Qiowtt5Rpps4YeHKs9-g7w

View Douglas E. Meyer's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

06/30/2024

On behalf of all of us at Penn's Woods, we want to thank you for an incredible 2024 festival! We'll see you in 2025!

06/29/2024

Come hear cellist Kim Cook and the Rococo Variations tonight at 7:00 pm.

06/29/2024

Our final summer dress rehearsal before tonight’s 7:00 pm performance! Beethoven’s Eighth Symphony and a World Premiere!!

06/25/2024

Final 3 concerts this week: Beethoven, Brahms, and Jazz. Great seats remain! https://conta.cc/3RJIfps

Brahms, Beethoven, and Jazz! Penn's Woods Music Festival June 26-29, 2024 TICKETS AVAILABLE BUY TICKETS NOW   We had such a memorable first week! A new 40 piece Wind Symphony at the Arboretum, Chamber

06/25/2024

Our festival concludes this Saturday, June 29 at 7:00PM in the Recital Hall!


For schedule, tickets, and more info:
https://pwmf.psu.edu/

06/24/2024

This week at Penn's Woods, June 23-30!

06/21/2024

Centre Dimensions Alumni Jazz Band rehearsals are off to a great start! Do you spot some familiar faces?

06/21/2024

Due to the heat, Jazz On The Terrace has moved inside to to the Recital Hall! ☀🔥

Stay cool and beat the heat, Celebrating the Golden Era of the Big Band with our Centre Dimensions Alumni Jazz Band! 7:00PM in the Recital Hall!

06/20/2024

What a great night of chamber music we had last evening! Don't miss our second Chamber Music Recital of the Festival, NEXT WEEK: Wednesday, June 26 at 7:00PM.


For tickets, schedule, and more info:
https://pwmf.psu.edu/

06/19/2024

Experience a week of exceptional music at the Penn's Woods Music Festival. Check out the schedule here: https:/conta.cc/3KPIawp

Tickets are on Sale - Reserve the best seats now! Penn's Woods Music Festival June 16-29, 2024 TICKETS ON SALE TODAY BUY TICKETS TODAY Note: Program change to Wednesday, June 19th. Due to illness the

06/17/2024

WOW! What an incredible evening for Music in the Gardens and our first EVER Penn’s Woods Wind Symphony, conducted by Dr. Tonya Mitchell Spradlin. The ensemble was made up of School of Music faculty, emeritus faculty, graduate students, undergraduate students, staff members, alumni, and State College community members. “American Treasures” was simply a perfect evening, and it’s safe to say that our festival is off to a fantastic start!

06/17/2024

This week at Penn's Woods, June 16-22!

06/15/2024

Let's give a big "We Are" 🦁

Congratulations to Alex Wu, Penn State School of Music alum, for being selected to join New World Symphony 🎶

Starting in the fall of 2024, Alex will join the cello section of the New World Symphony in Miami.

06/15/2024

The festival wind symphony sounds amazing! Tomorrow at 7:00 pm at the Penn State The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau

06/15/2024

The Zehngut brothers return to State College a week from today! When asked about their excitement to return to Penn's Woods Music Festival, Jeffrey Zehngut (violin soloist) shared, “The musicians of Penn's Woods made an indelible impression on me as an aspiring violinist growing up in State College. I cannot express my gratitude for the opportunity to perform at the very festival that has inspired me for so many years.”

Gareth Zehngut (viola soloist) also reflected on PWMF! "Growing up in State College, I was extremely fortunate to be exposed every summer to the wonderful music-making that happens at Penn's Woods. I still remember the excitement of taking lessons with guest artists. To now be invited to perform at Penns Woods in this capacity is an incredible honor for me," Gareth shared.

This first Festival Orchestra Concert will feature guest artists Jeffrey Zehngut (violin) and Gareth Zehngut (viola) performing Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante for Violin and Viola! Originally from State College, Jeffrey and Gareth are both currently members of the Cleveland Orchestra. The program also includes Il Matrimonio Segreto Overture (Cimarosa) and Gounod's Symphony No. 1. The festival orchestra is conducted by our beloved Maestro Gerardo Edelstein!


For tickets, schedule, and more info:
https://pwmf.psu.edu/

06/14/2024

This time next week, we'll be Celebrating the Golden Era of the Big Band on the Olsan Stone Terrace!

Join us for Jazz at PWMF on the Terrace Friday, June 21 at 7:00PM at the Olsan Stone Terrace. (rain location: Recital Hall)

For schedule, tickets, and more info:
https://pwmf.psu.edu/