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July 25, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – Mozart – Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter”, Jessie Montgomery – Starburst, and Schumann – Concerto for Cello   Friday night opens with Jessie Montgomery’s Starburst, a vibrant work inspired by the imagery of rapidly shifting constellations. As a living composer whose works will be highlighted throughout the festival’s Chamber Concerts, Montgomery represents the innovative spirit of contemporary music, […]

July 26, 2025 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – The Virginia Best Adams Masterclass (VBA), under the direction of Michael Beattie, selects four vocal musicians from hundreds of international applications. These artists join the Festival and study with Festival principal artists. The busy schedule includes six FREE public Masterclasses. The special Showcase Concert requires a ticket. . . . Join the Carmel Bach Festival for its […]

July 26, 2025 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Igor Stravinsky: The Soldier’s Tale The Faust legend comes to life in this narrated performance of temptation and consequence. Follow the journey of a soldier who, driven by a desire for power and knowledge, makes a dangerous pact with the devil, only to find that the cost of his soul may be higher than he ever […]

July 26, 2025 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Paris has long been a city that absorbs influences from across the globe, a vibrant hub where cutting-edge musical ideas flourish. Throughout the years, composers and musicians such as Gershwin, Copland, and Joséphine Baker left their mark on the city’s dynamic music scene. This concert celebrates the rich musical exchange between continents, from the rhythms […]

July 26, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Best of the Fest   Favorite selections from the Festival are performed in this closing night concert that celebrates music, Carmel, the musicians of the Bach Festival, and the Festival’s loyal patrons. The program is a sampler of musician and audience favorites from throughout the two-week Festival. The concert is followed by a celebratory reception […]