As part of our mission to connect artists with the community, Music in the Vineyards provides a variety of engagement and educational opportunities to different communities here in the Napa Valley. For more information, please contact info@musicinthevineyards.org.
Join us for a behind-the-scenes experience as MITV festival musicians rehearse and prepare for upcoming concerts. Held on select afternoons, enjoy listening to and engaging directly with the artists. The musicians look forward to sharing their work with you!
Ensemble Coaching is for chamber ensembles who will be coached by different festival musicians each week. We welcome applications from experienced players seeking to refine their ensemble techniques with the guidance of a renowned MITV festival musician.
Our annual masterclass is an opportunity for Napa’s student musicians to receive artistic and technical guidance from MITV’s Artistic Directors and festival musicians. Experience how professional artists mentor and support the next generation of musicians, sharing their craft and passion for chamber music. Supporting students from the Napa Valley Youth Symphony, the Paulin Center for the Arts, and other local music programs, this masterclass is free for both participants and audience members.
Enjoy a lively program featuring MITV’s remarkable Festival musicians—at accessible pricing for all ages. The performance concludes with the audience joining the artists for a play-along of Pachelbel’s popular Canon in D, welcoming everyone in the community to join the fun. Whether you dust off your old violin or tap out rhythm on Tupperware, it’s your chance to get creative and be part of the music. Don’t miss one of the most joyful events of the summer!
Balancing free public performances and collaboration with professionals at winery concerts, the Fellowship String Quartet also presents its own affordable and family-friendly recital during the festival.
Since the 2025 festival season, our Fellowship String Quartet offers free performances throughout downtown Napa at venues such as Napa Bookmine, First Street Napa, Barnhouse, the Napa Public Library, and Folklore.
Each year, our Fellowship String Quartet presents interactive performances for adult day health programs, retirement and assisted living communities, and young children at Boys & Girls Clubs throughout the Napa Valley. Bringing music beyond the concert hall is a vital part of our mission—fostering connection, joy, and inspiration for audiences and performers alike.
An inspiring series of presentations that go beyond the notes on the page and uncover the stories behind classical music. Hosted by Artistic Director Michael Adams or special guests, and designed to deepen the audience’s understanding and appreciation, these events reveal the ideas and emotions – and several surprises! – that bring music to life.
