The Charles Ives Music Festival, an educational and performance program of the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra, explores the history and legacy of American composer Charles Ives through professional artist concerts and educational programs for youth musicians. CIMF concerts honor the Ives legacy with performances of his works, music of other American composers and musicians, and music that transcends the traditional boundaries of classical music to incorporate other styles of music. CIMF concerts are presented throughout the year and feature CIMF Artist-Faculty and special guest artists
CIMF educational programs offer aspiring musicians the unique opportunity to perform side-by-side with world class artist-faculty in chamber music groups and in the CIMF Orchestra. CIMF Artist-Faculty hold positions in major American orchestras, touring chamber ensembles, and perform on Broadway. CIMF educational programs include a winter weekend workshop and at a two-week festival in the summer, along with other workshops and masterclass events.
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Charles Ives Music Festival Website
CIMF Artist-Faculty perform in major national orchestras including the New York Philharmonic, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Dallas Symphony, Baltimore Symphony, and Buffalo Philharmonic, on Broadway, in renowned chamber ensembles, and teach at top conservatories.