A: The GreenSpring Music Festival is an annual 10-day event celebrating classical music, held in Frederick County, Maryland. Launching in August 8-17, 2025, it features performances by internationally renowned artists and emerging talents. The Festival builds upon GreenSpring's 25 years of excellence in music education and concert programming, attracting both regional and national audiences. It includes concerts in larger and more intimate venues, as well as the Festival Academy for aspiring musicians. The Festival also boosts turism in Frederick County, Maryland, and enriches the local community's cultural landscape.

A: The Festival Academy is a key part of the GreenSpring International Music Festival, offering educational opportunities for aspiring musicians. It involves daily coaching with renowned master artists, intensive focus on chamber music in rehearsal sessions, and performances, providing valuable insights into music collaboration and performance. The Academy provides career development experiences and invaluable insights into concert programming, marketing, and audience development. It also offers networking opportunities with industry professionals and public performances alongside professional artists.

A: The GreenSpring Music Festival involves a variety of participants, including internationally renowned artists, emerging young talents, faculty, and music lovers. The festival also relies on volunteers and staff for its operation. Notable figures include our Artistic Director, Claire Jones, a renowned international soloist and former Royal Harpist to HRH King Charles. Chris Marshall, Grammy-considered composer and percussionist; Alexander Kordzaia, critically acclaimed orchestral conductor and concert pianist; and Rachel Zhao, New York-based violinist. Lynnelle Ediger, the Founder of GreenSpring, is central to the Festival's vision. The Festival Academy aims to engage college-level musicians and music aficionados from across the nation and beyond.

A: The GreenSpring Music Festival is located in Frederick County, Maryland, specifically in the scenic area of Thurmont. The Festival utilizes various venues in Frederick County, including historic sites dating back to 1738. This location provides a unique and inspiring setting for both performances and educational programs.

A: GreenSpring, formerly known as the HARPS Foundation, was founded by Lynnelle Ediger in 1999 as a 501(c)(3) music education, community service, and performance organization. GreenSpring's programming has expanded and attracted over 17,000 visitors to Frederick County through its high-quality yet accessible performance and educational programming. 

GreenSpring's programming has attracted over 17,000 visitors to Frederick County, and the AYHE has performed at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center. In 2018, it rebranded to the GreenSpring Foundation named after Ediger’s family farm in Frederick County, continuing its mission to provide high-quality music education and performances with a focus on community outreach and social justice.