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The Blue Ridge Music Festival brings together the elegance of classical music with the rich heritage of the Appalachian region, rooted in Floyd, Virginia, amid the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. As an official affiliate of the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra (RSO), the festival expands musical access through education, performances, and community engagement. Guided by Artistic Director David Stewart Wiley, a conductor and pianist with notable work with the Roanoke Symphony and the Long Island Philharmonic, the festival blends sophisticated repertoire with regional storytelling. Whether you’re a long-time classical fan or new to Appalachian roots, this festival offers accessible, low-cost and family-friendly programming designed to inspire curiosity and participation in music.