ABERYSTWYTH MUSICFEST LIMITED

Aberystwyth Musicfest Limited (Charity number 1184328) is a UK-based nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion and development of classical music through its flagship event, MusicFest Aberystwyth. Founded in 1986, the charity organizes an annual international classical music festival and an associated summer school in Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Wales, attracting a diverse community of artists, students, and audiences from around the world[1][2][3][4].

History and Mission
MusicFest Aberystwyth was established as a fusion of a world-class music festival and summer school, designed to offer outstanding opportunities for musical training and performance. Originally starting as a small concert series in 1987, it quickly expanded to include a summer school the following year, providing chamber music coaching for pianists and string players[4]. The charity’s mission is to support the development of promising young musicians, combining artistic excellence with educational outreach[1][3].

Festival and Summer School
The annual festival, held against the scenic backdrop of Cardigan Bay, features a wide range of concerts including daily evening and lunchtime performances, student foyer showcases, and final-weekcase concerts that highlight the talent of its attendees. The Summer School complements the festival by offering structured courses and individual training in various musical disciplines such as violin, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, voice, composition, and more. The program emphasizes ‘learning through listening, practice, and performance,’ and includes chamber music coaching, orchestral experience, and master classes conducted by internationally renowned professional musicians and tutors[3][4].

Community Impact and Support
Aberystwyth Musicfest Limited actively engages the local community through outreach programs and an extended series of fringe events hosted at multiple venues in Aberystwyth. The charity relies heavily on sponsorships and donations, which help provide bursaries and financial support for talented young musicians who might otherwise be unable to participate in MusicFest. This ensures the festival and summer school remain accessible and continue to nurture musical excellence and cultural enrichment in the region[1][3].

Leadership
The artistic direction of MusicFest Aberystwyth is led by notable figures in the classical music world, including the Artistic Director, Iwan Teifion Davies, who guides the educational and performance aspects of the festival and summer school[4].

See Also

• Music festivals in Wales
• Classical music education in the United Kingdom

This article incorporates information verified from the UK Charity Commission and official MusicFest Aberystwyth sources.

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=1184328&subid=0 [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5120315/charity-overview [3] https://musicfestaberystwyth.org [4] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MusicFest_Aberystwyth [5] https://www.charitychoice.co.uk/aberystwyth-musicfest-limited-270116