It is with deep sadness that I write to tell you that after much thought and discussion, we have decided that the only viable option is to cancel the upcoming season at Avaloch. We postponed this decision as long as we could, but given the latest predictions, and epidemiological evidence, it is clear that it would not be safe for Avaloch participants, or the surrounding community.

We look forward to a full 2021 Season. Wishing you good health. Please visit us on our Facebook page for conversation and the latest updates.

We are delighted to announce the resident ensembles and composers for the 2019 season.  Please go to the Residents Page to see who will be joining us.

The 2018 season has come to a close, and we are thrilled with the brilliant work and joyous camaraderie that filled every week.  112 ensembles ranging from early music to new music, vocal, instrumental, and various combinations, along with about 30 collaborating composers, and some inter-disciplinary projects as well.  This was also our biggest outreach year yet, with more than 60 ensembles connecting with the community in 15 different venues.  Thank you to everyone for making the 2018 season wonderful in every way!

We are thrilled to announce the list of ensembles and composers who will join us for the 2018 season!  It will be a diverse and exciting season, with a wonderful balance of new music and traditional ensembles.  Please go to the Residents page on this website to check the full list of ensembles and composers.

It’s been about a month since we finished up the 2017 season, and it was, once again, a resounding success. We hosted 124 ensembles and more than 40 composers, which added up to about 500 individuals! Needless to say, the new West Wing was filled from the moment we were able to use it. As in the past, the ensembles’ specialties spanned most of music history, from medieval vocal ensembles to the most unusual instrumentations and compositions. On the “traditional” side, we had 13 string quartets, 6 piano trios/quartets, 2 wind quintets, and 8 early music ensembles. We also had 60 outreach events in 15 different venues. It is abundantly clear how important these events have been for cementing our excellent relationships within the community of Boscawen, and other neighboring towns. 

Chamber orchestras and vocal ensembles of varying size and repertoire filled out the roster. Our residents came from all parts of the USA, as well as Israel, and Canada, and within some American groups, musicians from all over the world. Every musician reiterated with gratitude, that Avaloch is providing a unique and unparalleled experience, an essential resource for their development, and most extraordinarily, makes them feel truly valued. And of course, the fabulous food definitely has a lot to do with everyone’s sense of well-being! 

If you are interested, please go to the Residents page of our website to learn more about the ensembles and composers who joined us.

Construction on our new wing is moving along nicely, despite the snows. The “West Wing” will be a one story version of the original red-barn-style South Wing, and will house 12 more residents and provide three new large studios. We are also creating more swing space as a flexible, connected bedroom/studio.

Hard to believe that in 2017, only our fifth season, we will be welcoming more musicians each week.  This expansion will make it easier to accept ensembles like chamber orchestras and larger vocal ensembles.  Watch FaceBook for building updates.