Whidbey Island Music Festival: sublime baroque and classical chamber music since 2006

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BAROQUE & CLASSICAL music

Bringing the music of the past to life with sparkling performances and insightful historically inspired interpretations on period instruments.

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beautiful & intimate venues

From idyllic garden concerts, St. Augustine’s beautiful parish hall overlooking Holmes Harbor, Nordic Hall (Coupeville) to art galleries and historic barns, WIMF serves Whidbey Island with sublime musical experiences in venues selected for excellent acoustics, accessibility and memorable experiences.

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incredible composers

The Whidbey Island Music Festival brings you the best of the 17th, 18th and 19th century chamber music, with vibrant performances of old favorites and undiscovered gems from composers like Bach, Brahms, Couperin, Leonarda, Monteverdi, Mozart, Nuñes Garcia, Florence Price, Roman, Clara Schumann, Strozzi and Vivaldi.

  • "Wonderful soaring programs! We are so fortunate to have your creative programming and excellent playing of all! Your comments illuminate the music - as always a highlight of my summer".

    Diana Deering

  • "It was a fabulous concert! Music making at the highest level! Fabulous singers and a very entertaining program!"

    Karen Heather

  • "Fabulous concert. The musicians were at the top of their game and the singers - WOW - so fine! We loved every minute of it and also loved chatting with some of them afterwards. Thanks for a stellar performance. Can't wait for the next one."

    Sara Gray

  • "This made my 78th birthday one of the most memorable, the most unforgettable nights of my life. For my gratitude, words are inadequate." 

    David Locke

  • "Fabulous concert! Great setting! Wonderful artists! Inspiring vocals (I'm beyond impressed!). Thank you for an afternoon awash in musical magic.

    Sara Grey

  • "Yoga and music in the barn was the highlight of my trip this summer. The space and the instructor were amazing. The music added a layer that deepened the experience. So glad to have been part of the experience."

    Meryl Eldridge

Upcoming Events

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Feb 16
Love: It's Complicated
Biber: Music for the Head, Hands, and Heart
Mar 2
Biber: Music for the Head, Hands, and Heart

About the Whidbey Island Music Festival

Founded in 2006 by violinist Tekla Cunningham, the Whidbey Island Music Festival presents sublime period instrument performances of baroque and classical chamber music in relaxed and intimate settings.

 
Elisabeth Reed playing baroque cello next to Stephen Stubbs playing the lute