St. Augustine Music Festival 2025

June 19–22 and June 27–29

 

2025 Festival Concert Schedule – Reserve Your Seat Today!

Join us at the historic Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine for the 19th season of the St. Augustine Music Festival—seven unique evenings of free classical chamber music celebrating cultural heritage, artistry, and innovation. All concerts begin at 7:30 PM.

  • June 20 – Season’s Best
    Featuring violinist Nigel Armstrong in Piazzolla’s Four Seasons of Buenos Aires and Mendelssohn’s String Symphony No. 8.
  • June 21 – Piano Spectacular
    A virtuosic evening with pianist Chelsea Wang and violinist Gabriela Peña performing works by Franck, Ravel, and Chopin.
  • June 22 – Bach to Mozart
    Enjoy the world premiere of Piotr Szewczyk’s Sinfonietta, plus Webern’s Langsamer Satz, Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 1, and Mozart’s Exsultate, Jubilate featuring soprano Maria Valdes.
  • June 27 – Songs of Joy
    The St. Augustine Invitational Choral Festival presents Rutter’s Magnificat and uplifting performances by the Jacksonville and Indianapolis Children’s Choirs.
  • June 28 – Perfect Balance
    Featuring chamber gems by Dvořák, Puccini, Shaw, Saint-Saëns, and the world premiere of Rhythmic Colors by rising composer Alex Cooper.
  • June 29 – Mozart and More
    Mozart’s Symphony No. 35, Vivaldi’s Mandolin Concerto, and the return of Piotr Szewczyk’s St. Augustine Suite for its 10th anniversary.

St. Augustine Music Festival

The St. Augustine Music Festival produces, performs, and promotes inspiring, world-class music to a diverse audience in an accessible, welcoming environment to enhance the quality of life and further the sense of connection within the community.

At SAMF, we entertain, educate, and elevate through music.

We entertain our audience with positive, inspiring, and creative musical performances.

We educate our audience through lectures and discussions to gather insight into chosen musical selections, gain exposure to new ideas or concepts, and cultivate new talent in schools, organizations, and collaborations.

We elevate our audience on the emotional and spiritual levels through the memorable and joyful experience of sharing world-class musical performances.

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SAMF Events

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– Juneteenth Celebration –

Saturday, June 18, 2022
St. James Missionary Baptist Church
2:30pm

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– Juneteenth Celebration –

Saturday, June 19, 2022
Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
7:30pm

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VIRTUOSITY AND BEAUTY

Thursday, June 23, 2022 | 7:30pm

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POSTCARDS FROM AUSTRIA

Friday, June 24, 2022 | 7:30pm

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DANSES & SPELLS

Saturday, June 25, 2022 | 7:30pm

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MOZART & MORE

Thursday, June 30, 2022 | 7:30pm

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RARE MUSICAL GEMS

Friday, July 1, 2022 | 7:30pm

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BAROQUE TO ROMANTACISM

Saturday, July 2, 2022 | 7:30pm

SAMF CONCERTS ARE FREE TO ALL!

Performances made possible with support from the St. Johns Cultural Council.

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Experience the Benefits of SAMF…

It has been proven in the scientific and medical fields that listening to classical music results in mental and physical benefits – such as improved sleep quality, reduction of stress, better pain management, and positive effects on mood, productivity, and creativity. Plus, participating in a quality event that promotes a joyful, enriching, and memorable experience close to home in a neighborly environment will deepen and strengthen the bond within the community for years to come.

Support SAMF

Volunteer

If you would like to become more involved with the SAMF organization, join our family through our various volunteer opportunities.

Donate

Your tax-deductible gift in any amount is greatly appreciated and will go a long way in supporting the SAMF organization.

Sponsor

Further the sense of connection and positive impact within the community by becoming a sponsor of SAMF.

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SPOTLIGHT PERFORMER

Jorge A. Peña

VIOLA, SAMF Co-Founder and Artistic Director

A former member of the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra, Mr. Peña came to the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra in 1996. He was born in Honduras and educated in the U.S., attending Columbus State University and earning a degree in performance and chamber music from the Peabody…

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