ST. AUGUSTINE MUSIC FESTIVAL INC.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

The St. Augustine Music Festival Inc. (SAMF) is a notable not-for-profit organization dedicated to presenting free classical music concerts in St. Augustine, Florida, celebrating the city's rich artistic and cultural heritage. The festival has been held annually for over fifteen years since its inception in 2008, providing world-class performances featuring artists from the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra and internationally acclaimed guest musicians. SAMF curates a diverse program ranging from Bach to Stravinsky, offering intimate solo recitals, chamber music ensembles, and full orchestral works. Notable features include world-premiere new works, enhancing the festival's vibrant artistic profile. The acoustically superior venue of St. Augustine Cathedral Basilica serves as the backdrop for these performances during a week-long series held in late June. Leon Fleisher, a recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors in 2007, has been involved with SAMF, performing and recording significant works such as the Mozart "Concerto for Two Pianos". Additionally, the festival has hosted esteemed ensembles like the Diaz Trio, recognized as one of America's foremost chamber groups. SAMF operates under a mission to educate, elevate, and entertain audiences of all levels of classical music appreciation. This is possible thanks to generous donations and sponsorships that facilitate free admission for all attendees, making it the largest free classical music festival in the United States. The nonprofit status under 501(c)(3) allows SAMF to receive tax-deductible contributions, which are acknowledged publicly and appreciated deeply. Administratively, Jorge A. Pena, Jinwon Kim, and Bill Boxer preside as Director and Executive for operations. The organization maintains an official mailing address at P.O. BOX 833 in St. Augustine, FL, with further details accessible via its website, staugustinemusicfestival.com.