San Luis Obispo, CA – Colorado Springs, CO — Festival Mozaic is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Young Artist Program, a groundbreaking initiative in collaboration with the esteemed Colorado College Summer Music Festival.
The Mozaic Fellows will be selected from the outstanding musicians who audition and are chosen to attend the Colorado College Summer Music Festival, where they first receive intensive training in June before continuing their artistic journey in San Luis Obispo in July this year. Only four exceptionally talented young musicians — two violinists, a violist, and a cellist — from the CC Summer Music Festival will go to San Luis Obispo as the inaugural Mozaic Fellows during the Summer 2025 Music Festival.
“This partnership allows us to provide these talented young artists with a transformative experience, combining world-class mentorship with meaningful community engagement," said Susan Grace, Music Director of the Colorado College Summer Music Festival.
The Mozaic Fellows will perform on that Festival’s main stage concerts alongside distinguished guest artists, showcasing their extraordinary skill and artistry. The Fellows will also receive instruction and mentorship from Mozaic artists throughout their residency, further enhancing their artistic growth and professional development.
In addition, the Fellows will play an integral role in expanding Festival Mozaic’s mission of connecting music with the community by performing at various San Luis Obispo County locations, including schools, senior centers, and community hubs.
“We are delighted to partner with the Colorado College Summer Music Festival to nurture the next generation of classical musicians,” said Scott Yoo, who is Festival Mozaic’s Music Director and also the CC Summer Music Festival's Conductor. “The Young Artist Program provides an invaluable opportunity for these young musicians to refine their craft while engaging with our vibrant community.”
The Mozaic Fellows program underscores Festival Mozaic’s ongoing commitment to fostering musical excellence and accessibility. Through this partnership with the Colorado College Summer Music Festival, the program also celebrates Scott Yoo’s 20th Anniversary Season with Mozaic, marking a milestone year with a dynamic addition to the Festival’s offerings.
The Colorado College Summer Music Festival is set for June 7-27, 2025. Festival Mozaic’s San Luis Obispo Summer 2025 Music Festival is July 19-26, 2025; find more information at www.festivalmozaic.org.
CC Summer Music Festival contact:
Susan Grace, Music Director
sgrace@coloradocollege.edu
719.389.6552
Festival Mozaic Contact:
Lloyd Tanner, Executive Director
lloyd@festivalmozaic.org
805.781.3009