Special events

Experience the two sides of Branford Marsalis: an acclaimed soloist with orchestras, frequently performing works by Darius Milhaud, John Williams, and Jacques Ibert, and a three-time Grammy Award-winning jazz artist who has collaborated with musicians of the Branford Marsalis Quartet for over 30 years. Music Director Alasdair Neale will conduct the classical portion of the concert. The 2019 Gala supports the Sun Valley Music Festival and its community initiatives, including world-class, admission-free concerts that attract over 50,000 people annually, and music education programs that reach over 500 students each year.

Come groove with DJ Masonic, Mason Bates’s alter ego, as the lawn transforms into a night club following the August 14th performance. After taking his bows for Liquid Interface, Bates will lay down some beats and host a special party commemorating the Festival’s 35th anniversary. Mark your calendars now!

Maestro Alasdair Neale returns to host his popular speaking series, Upbeat with Alasdair, with an in-depth look at Beethoven; with previews of music to be performed this summer.

Join Music Director Alasdair Neale and Edwin Outwater—curator of the upcoming Winter Season—for a rare encounter with two accomplished conductors on one stage, as they discuss their experiences in the profession.