A Diverse and Talented Musical Lineup Grace the Stage at the Sedona Arts Festival – Saturday & Sunday, October 10 & 11
World-class melodies meet world-famous red rocks as a stellar lineup of local and regional musicians prepares to take the stage at the 35th Annual Sedona Arts Festival. Scheduled for Saturday, October 10, and Sunday, October 11, the live performances will run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM each day on the beautiful campus of Sedona Red Rock High School.
This year’s musical showcase features an extraordinary gathering of celebrated instrumentalists and vocalists. Festival attendees can look forward to hearing Grammy nominated harp guitarist William Eaton, silver and bamboo flutist Claudia Tulip, multi-instrumentalist Allen Ames, world percussionist Will Clipman, renowned Chapman Stick master Michael Kollwitz, acoustic guitarist Fitzhugh Jenkins, and versatile classical/contemporary guitarist and vocalist Gina Machovina.
Here is the schedule for Saturday and Sunday:
- 10:00 AM: William Eaton
- 11:00 AM: Michael Kollwitz
- 12:00 PM: Claudia Tulip & Gina Machovina (Sunday only)
- 12:30 PM: Claudia Tulip & Fitzhugh Jenkins
- 1:00 PM: William Eaton Ensemble (Eaton, Tulip, Ames, Clipman with guest Fitzhugh Jenkins)
- 2:00 PM: William Eaton Ensemble
ABOUT THE MUSICIANS: This year’s stellar musical lineup brings together a diverse group of master instrumentalists and celebrated performers. William Eaton, co-founder of the Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery in Phoenix, Arizona, is renowned for his innovative multi-stringed instrument designs and evocative, culturally-blended compositions. Michael Kollwitz is a pioneer of the Chapman Stick, bringing decades of mastery to this unique 10-string instrument to produce rich, multi-layered arrangements that span jazz, new age, and contemporary styles. Claudia Tulip blends classical precision with world music sensibilities, utilizing silver and bamboo flutes to paint vivid, melodic landscapes. Allen Ames is an accomplished multi-instrumentalist who weaves together violin, guitar, mandolin and his self-designed Violyre across a variety of genres. Will Clipman, a multi-Grammy nominee, provides the heartbeat of the showcase with his mastery of indigenous percussion instruments from around the globe. Fitzhugh Jenkins delivers a soulful presence with his expressive acoustic and electric guitar phrasing and deep roots in regional folk and contemporary styles. Singer-songwriter Gina Machovina completes the lineup, captivating audiences with her versatile classical and contemporary guitar work paired with intimate, expressive vocals.
Beyond the live music stage, the Sedona Arts Festival serves as the community’s premier fall event, featuring over 100 juried fine artists from across the nation, a delectable variety of food trucks, and “Gourmet Row” highlighting regional specialty items. Thanks to a city grant celebrating the festival’s 35-year legacy, general admission has been reduced to just $5 per day, with children 12 and under admitted for free.
All proceeds directly support greater Sedona arts education, making this weekend a perfect opportunity to support the community while enjoying world-class art and sound.
