Trinity Alps Chamber Music Festival

The Trinity Alps Chamber Music Festival is a non-profit organization founded by Ian Scarfe, dedicated to the promotion and performance of chamber music in Trinity County, California, and the western United States. The organization's mission is to provide exceptional and accessible chamber music performances, engage younger generations through education and outreach, and encourage tourism and community engagement in the region. The festival's vision is realized through a variety of initiatives, including an annual Summer Music Festival in Trinity County, which features public classical concerts, family concerts, and educational programs at local summer camps. The festival also has an established concert and education outreach series in the San Francisco Bay Area, which serves to both enrich these communities and draw attention to the Trinity Alps region. In addition to these efforts, the Trinity Alps Chamber Music Festival aims to extend its reach to the Santa Barbara area, with the intention of promoting the Trinity Alps and fostering tourism. The organization also hosts annual Spring Preview events in Northern California to preview the upcoming Summer Festival, focusing on educational outreach performances at schools and public concerts. The festival has introduced Winter Residencies for established chamber music ensembles, providing them with a week-long retreat in Trinity County, culminating in educational outreach and public concerts. This initiative further emphasizes the festival's commitment to education and community involvement. The Trinity Alps Chamber Music Festival is overseen by an advisory board that includes Jim French, John Rapf, Marni Rapf, John Letton, Jerry Cousins, George Gelles, Jeff Morris, Daniel Rouslin, and Andrei Gorbatenko, who contribute their expertise and guidance to the organization's development and outreach efforts. The festival's co-founder, Ellen McGehee, alongside founder and director Ian Scarfe, have been instrumental in the festival's growth and success, fostering a vibrant cultural environment within Trinity County and beyond. The Trinity Alps Chamber Music Festival continues to inspire audiences through its commitment to excellence in chamber music performance and its dedication to cultural enrichment and education.