Heifetz Rubato: Virtual Concert Hall
We are proud to continue offer access to our exceptional performers though Heifetz Rubato: The Virtual Concert Hall. Anyone who’s ever attended a Heifetz concert knows what a dynamic, visceral connection they create between performer and audience. While we resume in-person concerts throughout the Shenandoah Valley, the energy, excitement, and passion of a Heifetz concert will still be just a click away on your phone, tablet, computer, or even your big-screen TV!
Line-Up and Programming
Starting in Summer 2020, Rubato featured a full slate of mesmerizing music-making, including brand-new performances by our #Heifetz2020 Virtual Institute students, produced through a sophisticated collaborative multi-track recording process developed by our production and artistic staff. Our current 2021 Season will feature live streams of nearly every concert, along with a selection of online-only events featuring our students from around the globe who are attending the summer program virtually. You’ll also get the chance to view highlights from recent Heifetz summers, as well as never-before-seen archival footage from the Heifetz stage stretching back over two decades, plus artist interviews, commentary, and special “watch parties” where you will get to interact with students, alums, faculty, and special guests as the concerts unfold. Concerts will livestream on our YouTube and Facebook channels.
See the upcoming schedule, and enjoy the most recent presentations!
Play it Forward – The Heifetz Ensemble in Residence at A Place to Be
A Place to Be 1600 Village Market Blvd SE suite #108, Leesburg, VA, United StatesFour returning Heifetz 2025 students join faculty pianist Andrew Rosenblum for an intimate evening previewing the 2025 Festival of Concerts. Featuring dazzling solo works, captivating sonatas, and the crown jewel of the evening—Dvořák’s radiant Piano Quintet No. 2.
Play it Forward – The Heifetz Ensemble in Residence at Heartstone
Heartstone Lodge & Retreat 1366 Stuartsburg Rd #Fr703, Buena Vista, VA, United StatesFour returning Heifetz 2025 students join faculty pianist Andrew Rosenblum for an intimate evening previewing the 2025 Festival of Concerts. Featuring dazzling solo works, captivating sonatas, and the crown jewel of the evening—Dvořák’s radiant Piano Quintet No. 2.
Stars of Tomorrow I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Francis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesA compelling showcase for breathtaking performances by extraordinary Heifetz Senior Division students, in both solo and chamber works in collaboration with Heifetz faculty pianists and string teachers.
Chamber Music Matinee I—2025 Festival of Concerts
American Shakespeare Center - Blackfriars Playhouse 10 S Market St, Staunton, VA, United StatesOur free Friday afternoon matinees are back at the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse with thrilling solo and chamber music performances in this iconic venue in historic downtown Staunton.
Celebrity Series I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Francis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesOur Friday night concerts featuring the star-studded Heifetz Institute faculty. The complimentary pre-concert “Heifetz Happy Hour”—offering the finest regional wine, beer, and other light refreshments—moves indoors in 2025 to the air-conditioned comfort of Pearce Science Center.
Junior Division Showcase I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Francis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesThe Institute’s youngest performers, aged 7–14, now dazzle on the Heifetz main stage of Francis Auditorium.
Sunday Matinee I—2025 Festival of Concerts
The Forbes Center at James Madison University 147 Warsaw Ave, Harrisonburg, VA, United StatesOur popular Sunday series comes to JMU's renowned Forbes Center for the first time! Featuring Heifetz students, faculty, alumni, and special guests , with pride of place given to the members of our Heifetz Chamber Music Seminar in full performances of chamber music masterworks.
Stars of Tomorrow II—2025 Festival of Concerts
Francis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesA compelling showcase for breathtaking performances by extraordinary Heifetz Senior Division students, in both solo and chamber works in collaboration with Heifetz faculty pianists and string teachers.
Stars of Tomorrow III—2025 Festival of Concerts
Francis Auditorium 227 East Frederick Street, Staunton, VA, United StatesA compelling showcase for breathtaking performances by extraordinary Heifetz Senior Division students, in both solo and chamber works in collaboration with Heifetz faculty pianists and string teachers.