This summer, in the welcoming environs of its idyllic Westchester grounds and gardens, Caramoor celebrates 80 years as a haven for musical and artistic discovery.
With an exceptional roster of world-renowned artists, spectacular open-air venues, intimate indoor spaces, and sound art throughout the grounds, Caramoor testifies to the enduring dynamic power of music and the arts as a collective cultural heritage.
Among the many highlights are a special concert by Emanuel Ax, Leonidas Kavakos, and Yo-Yo Ma, the enduring power of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony with Orchestra of St. Luke’s, the Caramoor debut of Lyle Lovett and His Large Band, and many, many more captivating performers and programs.
The 2025 summer season features two early operas: Telemann’s Pimpinone paired with his dramatic cantata Ino from Boston Early Music Festival and Monteverdi’s L’incoronazione di Poppea from Cappella Mediterranea, marking the ensemble’s New York debut and only U.S. appearance this season.
Orchestra of St. Luke’s (OSL) opens the season with Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony led by electrifying conductor Rafael Payare making his Caramoor debut; subsequent performances with Anna Rakitina and Teddy Abrams on the podium feature soloists Christian Tetzlaff and Garrick Ohlsson.
Emanuel Ax, Leonidas Kavakos, and Yo-Yo Ma team up to perform the latest iteration of their “Beethoven for Three” project; Daniil Trifonov, Timo Andres, and George Li give solo piano recitals; new music includes the Grammy-winning team of Sō Percussion and composer and vocalist Caroline Shaw, as well as a free performance of Terry Riley’s seminal In C produced by Bang on a Can; and The Knights return, featuring mandolinist Chris Thile.
Caramoor’s perennially popular all-day Jazz Festival – presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center – features a headlining performance by Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra. The all-day American Roots Music Festival, presented in collaboration with City Winery, is complemented by two major American Roots artists performing later in the summer: Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway and Lyle Lovett and His Large Band.
Added to this is a free Juneteenth celebration with The Legendary Ingramettes; a dance performance from tap and live music company Music From The Sole; a celebration of Broadway Pride hosted by Seth Rudetsky; Music and Meditation in the Garden performances from viola duo Tallā Rouge, the duo of flutist Alex Sopp and violinist Austin Wulliman, and a solo performance by cellist Gabriel Cabezas; more Concerts on the Lawn from Endea Owens and the Cookout, Ranky Tanky, La Excelencia, and The Garifuna Collective; the annual Pops, Patriots, and Fireworks concert with guest vocalist Mimi Hilaire; and more.
“As we look forward to our 80th summer season, Caramoor continues to celebrate the transformative power of live music performances. With each season, Caramoor seeks to offer a broad spectrum of today’s most exciting artists in a broad range of genres, presented in a variety of formats at unique venues on our beautiful grounds.”
– Kathy Schuman, Caramoor’s Artistic Director
Caramoor’s long-held philosophy of offering premium programming that runs the gamut of genres and styles ensures not only something for every audience but a world of new discoveries and old favorites for the entire family. For more information on Caramoor’s 80th season, click here.
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