During the first fourteen years of our festival, we presented over 100

different works in a variety of styles and ensembles ranging from duos to

full orchestra repertoire.  Again this year, we continue our policy of not

repeating any selection from previous seasons, while adding four new

composers (two French, one English, and a 21st Century work composed for

our Principal Violist).

While both Bizet and Gounod are more famous for their operatic output

(Carmen and Faust respectively), George Butterworth’s most promising

career was cut short with his death in World War I.  The Suite for Viola

and Orchestra by Michael McLean is our initial presentation of a 21st

Century composition.  It had its acclaimed premiere two years ago at the

Sunflower Music Festival.

Again, I thank all of those who continue to express their delight in

attending our performances and who offer suggestions for future concerts. 

We welcome your comments, and truly enjoy sharing our efforts with so

many friends of the Buzzards Bay Musicfest.

Russell Patterson

Artistic Director