In this interview, Peter Oundjian, Artistic Director of the Colorado Music Festival, previews the 2025 season at Chautauqua Auditorium. Highlights include performances of Brahms, Beethoven, Mahler, and world premieres by Joan Tower, Michael Abels, and Eric Whitacre. Oundjian emphasizes the festival’s balance of classic and contemporary works, the intimacy of the Chautauqua venue, and the emotional power of live music. He describes programming as a journey designed to spark curiosity and connection, making each concert a unique, transformative experience. The festival runs July 3 to August 3. (Interview: 7/2/25)
