2019 GUIDE TO FESTIVALS
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Artosphere: Arkansas' Arts and Nature Festival
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WHAT DISTINGUISHES THIS FESTIVAL
Artosphere: Arkansas' Arts and Nature Festival is a major regional arts initiative which celebrates artists influenced by nature who inspire us to live more sustainably. Featuring performing and visual arts, film, education, community outreach and elements of sustainability, Artosphere provides access to high-quality artistic experiences for all.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
The esteemed Artosphere Festival Orchestra (AFO) returns to Northwest Arkansas in June to delight audiences as the musical centerpiece of the 10th Annual Artosphere: Arkansas' Arts + Nature Festival. Presented by Walton Arts Center and featuring music, film, visual arts, and innovative collaborative performances and events, Artosphere celebrates ways the arts can connect us to the natural world. The AFO features top musicians from around the world who perform symphonic, chamber, and community engagement "pop-up"-style performances across the region. Under the baton of internationally acclaimed Maestro Corrado Rovaris and with more than 90 premier musicians from distinguished symphonies and music programs across the globe, AFO performances are held at Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville. This year's Chapel Music Series offers chamber music in local chapels and architectural marvels with groups including the Aeolus Quartet, Seraph Brass, and Sam Reider and The Human Hands, among others. Also featuring the renowned Dover Quartet. And the annual Artosphere Trail Mix enables audiences to hike or bike between stages while enjoying art and entertainment at stops along the way. Visit website for full event listing.
LOCATION
Northwest Arkansas:
-Walton Arts Center, Fayetteville
-Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville
-Thorncrown Chapel, Eureka Springs
-Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel, Bella Vista
-Hunt Chapel, Rogers
-Additional Venues Across Northwest Arkansas
WEBSITE
DATES
June 10 - June 29, 2019
MUSIC DIRECTOR
Corrado Rovaris
GENRES
Classical • Folk • World
TICKET PRICE RANGE
$5 to $45
TICKET PURCHASE INFORMATION
Telephone: 479-443-5600
BOOKING CONTACTS
Jason Howell Smith, AFO General Manager, Walton Arts Center 479-571-2731
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