Our Story, Your Festival…
“A non-traditional approach to presenting classical works with entertaining insights and storytelling”
Our Story
Founded in 2004, ChamberFest Canandaigua (formerly Canandaigua LakeMusic Festival) quickly became an essential part of cultural life in the Greater Rochester area and has established a regional reputation for its concerts’ innovative programming, inviting atmosphere, and musical excellence. Led by artistic directors Amy Sue Barston and Audrey Andrist, the Festival has showcased such world-class artists as pianist Jon Nakamatsu, clarinetist Charles Neidich, as well as the world-class Borromeo, Corigliano, Orion, and Ying Quartets.
Since its inception, ChamberFest Canandaigua has been dedicated to introducing new audiences to classical music through live concert performances and educational projects.
ChamberFest Canandaigua's comprehensive educational and outreach programs have included partnerships with numerous community organizations, including Canandaigua’s Wood Library, YMCA, Wegmans, Casa Larga Vineyards & Winery, Fort Hill Performing Arts Center, The Lake House on Canandaigua, Ferris Hills at West Lake, Cobblestone Arts Center, Nazareth University, and Finger Lakes Community College. We look forward to continuing that tradition in the years ahead.
Meet the Team
Board of Directors
Vice President: Dawn Yehl
Treasurer: Kristen Remy
Secretary: David Stern, M.D.
Members:
Ali Loveys, M.D.
Jonathan Rubins, M.D.
O.J. Sahler, M.D.
Advisory Board
Andrea Jones
Ed Klorman
Mary Maida, Ph.D.
Press Features
Our concerts are buzz-worthy! Don’t just take our word for it… here’s what the press have to say:
“Beautiful music is coming to Canandaigua...”
Thank you for being part of ChamberFest
Thank you to everyone who comes to listen, supports the festival, or opens their home to our musicians. You help make ChamberFest possible each summer. We're glad you're part of it.