Join artistic director Elizabeth Blumenstock and the Festival’s Board of Directors for the 46th Festival Season, Bright Cecilia: The Power of Harmony
Winter Musicale Gala Concert & Banquet · Sunday, March 1, 2026
Baroque Miniatures · A Sparkling Musicale!
St. Mark Presbyterian Church, Newport Beach
5:00 PM – Concert in the Sanctuary
6:00 PM – Fundraising Dinner in the Fellowship Hall
A one-hour early-evening gala chamber concert featuring Elizabeth Blumenstock, soprano Addy Sterrett, and colleagues in the prime acoustics of St. Mark Presbyterian Church, Newport Beach. The program heralds the 46th Festival in June with repertoire including Bach’s solo cantata Ich bin vergnügt (I am content) BWV 84; Leclair’s Violin Sonata in A Major Op. 9, No. 4; Marcello’s Oboe Concerto in G Minor; Mozart’s Adagio and Fugue for string quartet, K. 546; and a selection of English arias.
Followed by a sumptuous catered dinner, desserts, fine wines, complete reveal of June Festival sponsorship opportunities, and in-depth exclusive programming previews ahead of the 2026 Festival season. Sparkling or baroque-era-inspired dress and cocktail/formal attire are encouraged, though not required, for this special annual event!
Winter Musicale Gala Reservations: $250 per person of which $125 is a ticket amount and $125 is a minimum donation (tax-deductible) toward the 46th Festival, June 21-28, 2026.
Addy Sterrett soprano
Stephen Hammer oboe
Elizabeth Blumenstock and Janet Strauss violins
Andrew McIntosh viola
Eva Lymenstull cello
Ian Pritchard harpsichord and organ
