About Eastern Festival of Music
Our Mission
At the Eastern Festival of Music, we believe that music has the power to uplift, inspire, and transform us in profound ways. Our talented faculty and staff are dedicated to creating a vibrant community where young artists can thrive, grow, and shine.
Through a wide range of performing opportunities, musical experiences, and a commitment to excellence, we strive to make a lasting impact on the lives of our participants, empowering them to reach their full potential and carry the joy of music with them forever.
Programs that foster artistic growth
Each week at EFM is filled with music and discovery. Our three orchestra programs bring together talented young artists under the guidance of renowned conductors and coaches to explore major works of the orchestral repertoire. These performances light up the magnificent Dana Auditorium on the Guilford College campus, thrilling both musicians and audiences alike.
Beyond the orchestra, chamber music is at the heart of EFM. Throughout the season, students and faculty share the stage in a vibrant mix of performances. From faculty concerts held twice weekly to student ensemble recitals presented as each group is ready to shine, all participants experience a rich environment for artistic and professional growth. Weekly piano recitals and special mixed-ensemble concerts, often celebrating featured composers, add even more color to the musical landscape.
Festival Details
Five weeks of orchestra, chamber music, private study, master classes and seminars, for students ages 14 to 24.
Take a seat. Enjoy live music.
For five weeks each summer, over 250 students, conductors, guest artists, fellows, and artist-faculty perform over 35 concerts in Greensboro. Students perform every week, as does the highly acclaimed Eastern Festival Orchestra. Come enjoy the beauty of live classical music and find your ticket here.
Sit up close. Hear every note.
Experience chamber music up close as our young artists present recitals throughout the season in the beautiful Carnegie Room at Guilford College’s Hege Library. Guided by our distinguished artist-faculty, students learn to listen closely, exchange ideas, and shape each performance together. With no conductor, every player shares responsibility for leading and responding—a musical conversation that audiences can hear and see in this intimate setting.
Join Our Team
Interested in joining our team? EFM is hiring!
Current openings are listed below, each with the role, the dates and how to apply.