The Geneva Music Festival is back in Upstate New York this summer, bringing together a great mix of music and local wine across the Finger Lakes region.
The 2025 lineup includes internationally known musicians performing pieces by Mozart, Dvorak, Brahms, Ravel, and more. Accompanying the beautiful classical and contemporary music is tastings from nearby wineries.
The festival kicks off with Tradition and Innovation on May 23 and 24, spotlighting composers from the past and present, along with tastings from Billsboro Winery. On May 29 and 30, Old World Roots will dive into the sounds of Ravel, Brahms, and Schumann, with wine from Keuka Lake Vineyards. On May 31, Grammy-winning jazz singer Cécile McLorin Salvant and pianist Sullivan Fortner will perform a sold-out show blending jazz and classical styles. Airy Acres will provide the wine pairing for the evening.
June opens with a free preview of German Legends at the Geneva Welcome Center on June 3. Full performances follow on June 5 and 6 at the Gearan Center for the Performing Arts. The series ends on June 8 with a high-energy set from bluegrass favorites Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper. Tickets are selling fast, get them now so you don’t miss out!
Geoffrey Herd, CEO and Artistic Director of the Geneva Music Festival, shares, “The Geneva Music Festival is about bringing people together through shared experiences. What better way to do that than with music and wine? They’re meant to be shared.” However, this year’s festival not only offers a chance to connect with others, but also invites audiences to reflect on heritage through music and wine. For tickets and more information, visit genevamusicfestival.com.
Geneva Music Festival 2025 Program Schedule
Tradition and Innovation: May 22 & 23, 7:30 PM, Gearan Center, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Geneva
Old World Roots: May 29 & 30, 7:30 PM, Gearan Center, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Geneva
Cécile McLorin Salvant & Sullivan Fortner Duo: May 31, 7:30 PM, Gearan Center, Geneva (Sold Out)
German Legends: June 5 & 6, 7:30 PM, Gearan Center for the Performing Arts (Preview show June 3, @Geneva Welcome Center)
Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper: June 8, 4 PM, Geneva on the Lake (BYO Lawn Chair)
Whether you’re a longtime fan or just looking for something new, the Geneva Music Festival is a great way to enjoy live music, local wine, and the beauty of the Finger Lakes. For more live music, check out our Festival News on NYS Music.
Take a quick look at a highlight from a past performance.
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