![FAMILY PROGRAMS ](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/57e02a5f414fb5ea46ba6dde/1696386485979-NDFRO0D3UCU5AC7DXO83/Family%2BConcert.jpeg)
Providing children opportunities to discover and experience classical music up close
![ASSISTED-LIVING CONCERTS](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/57e02a5f414fb5ea46ba6dde/1696296789996-20ZBNNBKDKUVLBYHPBZA/Valley+Terrace.jpeg)
Bringing music throughout the year to those who might not otherwise have access
![BEYOND CLASSICAL ](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/57e02a5f414fb5ea46ba6dde/1696388094135-OYK1IMKO471K7N8T589K/Photo+Mar+08+2023%2C+4+06+52+PM.jpg)
Classical music mixed with pop, rock, Latin, and jazz arrangements in non-traditional venues
![JAZZ IN THE BARN ](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/57e02a5f414fb5ea46ba6dde/1696386185463-ICFPCQLA2HLM9GQQ9FWP/Jazz%2Bin%2BThe%2BBarn.jpeg)
World-class musicians perform in the rustic elegance of the Inn at Manchester’s Celebration Barn
![CREATIVE COLLABORATIONS](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/57e02a5f414fb5ea46ba6dde/1696388147457-C6HBG2W04C2JYZTDXNXV/Photo+Nov+26+2022%2C+5+15+15+PM.jpg)
Genre-spanning performances with singers, rock bands, dancers and more reach audiences with diverse musical interests
![Taconic Music co-founders and Artistic Directors, Joana Genova and Ariel Rudiakov, established the organization in the fall of 2016. Meet Joana and Ari](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/57e02a5f414fb5ea46ba6dde/1514713006576-UJJQ75SJN0HL3X8Z65PZ/Ari%2BJoana_051617-17-WEB-byJohnSutton.jpg)
Taconic Music co-founders and Artistic Directors, Joana Genova and Ariel Rudiakov, established the organization in the fall of 2016. Meet Joana and Ari
OUR MISSION
Taconic Music provides Southern Vermont communities with year-round concerts, lessons, demonstrations, and educational programs built upon the rich traditions of classical music. Taconic Music offers inclusive points of entry through a variety of genres for people of all ages and walks of life who value music as part of their daily lives.