The Methow Valley Chamber Music Festival strives to combine professional performances of classical music with spectacular natural settings; to build collaborations with local, regional and national organizations serving educational and artistic needs of North Central Washington; and to further the Methow Valley’s presence as a cultural center for the arts.

Founded by John Konigsmark in 1995 as the Methow Music Festival Association, the newly renamed Methow Valley Chamber Music Festival is celebrating its 13th season as a community arts organization. By sharing its love of classical music with the area’s residents and visitors, the Festival supports the economy of the region, collaborates with a network of community organizations, educates audiences, and enhances appreciation of our cultural heritage and the natural environment. The individuals comprising the Festival’s volunteer Board of Directors apply their diverse skills in overseeing its programs and activities to advance the Festival’s mission.

Artistic Director Kevin Krentz is a career chamber musician, known to us as the cellist for the Northwest’s only national or international competition winning ensemble, Finisterra Trio. In 2000 he was a winner at the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition with former trio, In Flight 3. With the Finisterra Trio he has performed internationally and won prizes in the Zinetti International Chamber Music Competition and the Greenlake National Chamber Music Competition. He is passionate in his support of the arts and is a dedicated and sought-after teacher in Seattle. Kevin brings an experience rich in chamber music and community collaboration.

Executive Director Kathleen Miller is an experienced artist and businessperson. As the manager of the Northwest Crafts Alliance, a for-profit corporation that produces the Best of the Northwest juried art events in Seattle, she is an expert at producing special events and creative problem solving.

The Festival’s Board of Directors includes Karen Edwards, President; David Solet, Vice President; John Ehrenberg, Treasurer; Sandy Pease, Secretary; Michael Brady; Robert Nelson; Jerry Spalding; Mary Ann Quigley; and Herbert Wimberger.

We very much appreciate and encourage your support. Your tax deductible contribution is important because ticket sales provide only 25 to 30% of our festival's budget.

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