SUMMER MUSIC IN TUSCANY
a chamber music and voice festival
in Sarteano, Italy
Live like a local.
Make beautiful music.
FESTIVAL DATES: JULY 7-22, 2026
Welcome!
We hope you will join us next summer as instrumentalists and vocalists collaborate while immersing themselves in the life, food, and history of a medieval Tuscan town.
Sarteano is a special place, off the beaten path - not overrun with tourists. Whether you are a high-level semiprofessional, a music teacher, or a newer student who prefers to stick to a slower pace and more ensemble work, we have a place for you in our programs. Please explore this website to learn more about applying for Festival participation, accommodations, faculty, and more.
See you in Sarteano!
ABOUT US
The Summer Music in Tuscany Festival has welcomed more than 250 international musicians to the medieval town of Sarteano, Italy since the summer of 2015. Housed in the historic 17th century ‘Teatro Communale degli Arrischianti,’ the Festival brings artists together from around the world to present classical concerts for the inhabitants of the town, and to explore the local cultural and culinary offerings. Participants and international faculty have included performers from major orchestras, opera companies, conservatories, and touring chamber ensembles.
Ready to Apply?
2026 Applications will close soon!
Immersing ourselves in authentic Italian culture, we experience renewal by making beautiful music in a beautiful place with like-minded individuals!
We: set up your musical experience - gathering faculty, providing gorgeous venues for performance and classes, and curating a list of cultural experience that you can choose from.
You: Play great music, make wonderful friends, perform in stunning venues, and take time to enjoy the many delights of Tuscany. Rehearsals, coachings, and private lessons are augmented with multiple public performances in historic venues. Enjoy great food, archeological sites, an ancient castle, a local spring-fed pool, farmers markets and much more! Past participants include musical retirees, undergraduate and graduate music students, and high-level professional musicians. We are an age-inclusive group that welcomes adult musicians at many stages.
Summer Music in Tuscany is sponsored by The Town of Sarteano.
Summer Music in Tuscany è grato per il patrocinio del Comune di Sarteano.