Between June 27 through July 4, the Oyster Bay Music Festival will present 12 completely different concert programs in 9 charming venues along the Gold Coast of Long Island. Each OBMF concert is a variety show featuring a diverse range of musical repertoire from a performing cast of around 25 musicians – including vocalists, pianists, strings and wind players. The talent pool includes world-class musicians with international reputations, and local classical music stars. Every performance exudes both professionalism and joy, telling a story uplifted by a genuine love for music felt by everyone in the room.
Monday, July 1 7-9pm – Fantasia: A Musical Journey at Congregation L’Dor V’Dor
A musical journey through time, countries, and musical styles – told through the voices of OBMF’s remarkable instrumentalists and singers. Performers for this concert include returning favorites such as the always popular OBMF Singers, the Zandieh Trio, violinist Michelle Stern, and pianist Maxim Lando. In addition, making their first appearance at the beautiful space of Congregation L’Dor V’Dor, will be German violinist Tassilo Probst, French/Viennese double bassist Marc André, and American pianist Joshua Mhoon. While Probst is making a strong presence in Europe’s major concert halls, Marc André is redefining the possibilities of the double bass, reaching millions of people through social media. The gifted pianist Joshua Mhoon is a Steinway Young Artist and the Silver Medalist at the inaugural Nina Simone Piano Competition in 2023. The music featured will be an exciting and eclectic mix of vocal and instrumental music from the past few hundred years.
