The Ojai Music Festival Represents an Ideal of Adventurous, Open-minded and Open-hearted Programming in the Most Beautiful and Welcoming of Settings, With Audiences and Artists to Match Its Aspirations. Founded in 1947, the Festival Remains a Hallmark for Groundbreaking Musical Experiences With a Narrative Thread Guided by a Different Music Director. These Annual Directors Are More Than Conductors, Composers, Soloists, or Musicians. They Are Musical Thinkers Who Approach Their Craft With Creativity and Responsibility to the Present Day.
For the 78th Festival - June 6 to 9, 2024 - Mitsuko Uchida Takes the Helm as Music Director
Schedule:
8:00am - 9:50am - Ojai Dawns
Jay Campbell, Cello
Sae Hashimoto, Percussion
Ljubinka Kulisic, Accordion
Location: Zalk Theater
10:00am - 11:15am - Friday Morning Concert
Julie Smith Phillips, Harp
Jay Campbell, Cello
Sae Hashimoto, Percussion
Rick Stotijn, Double Bass
Brentano String Quartet
Location: Libbey Bowl
11:30am - 12:00pm - Ojai Chats: Jay Campbell & John Schaefer
In-depth Conversation With Cellist Jay Campbell and Host John Schaefer of WQXR’s New Sounds.
Location: Libbey Park
3:30pm - 4:20pm - Shifting Ground - Friday
Alexi Kenney, Violin
Xuan, Visual Artist
Location: Greenberg Center
6:00pm - 6:30pm - Ojai Chats: John Schaefer
In-depth Conversation With Festival Artists and Host John Schaefer of WQXR’s New Sounds.
Location: Libbey Park
6:30pm - 8:00pm - Supper in the Park - Friday
It Has Become an Ojai Family Tradition to Enjoy Dinner Under the Oaks in Libbey Park With Festival Musicians and Friends. Featuring a Gourmet Boxed Dinner That Includes Dessert and Wines From the Ojai Vineyard, Dining With Us Will Save You Time and Convenience to Enjoy Your Weekend.
Choose From a Classic or Vegeterian Menu.
Location: Libbey Park
8:00pm - 10:00pm - Friday Evening Concert
Mitsuko Uchida, Piano and Director
José Maria Blumenschein, Concertmaster and Leader
Mahler Chamber Orchestra
Location: Libbey Bowl
Date: June 6-9, 2024