Unleash Your Musical Potential at the NFMC Festivals
Explore, Perform, and Grow with East Valley Music Club
Solo:
Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025
Saturday, Mar. 15, 2025
Ensemble (duet, trio, quartet):
Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024
Join a vibrant community of musicians and experience a unique journey of musical excellence without the pressure of competition.
Entering Students in Festival
- join a local club
- get a festival bulletin for rules/requirements
- pay festival entry fees to local club
- enter students in Vivace online system
- local area festival chair will contact you with assigned time
About NFMC Festivals Program
A Symphony of Opportunities
The NFMC Festivals Program, hosted by the East Valley Music Club, offers a nurturing platform for musicians of all ages and skill levels to showcase their talents. Participants enjoy a variety of performance opportunities in a non-competitive environment, which includes solo and ensemble categories across multiple musical disciplines. From beginners to advanced musicians, the program is structured to encourage continuous musical development and appreciation of both American and international compositions.
Our Festival Events
Solo Performance
Participants can choose to perform solo in instruments like piano, organ, voice, strings, and more, showcasing their individual skills.
Ensemble Events
Experience the joy of group performance in duets, trios, quartets, or larger ensembles, fostering teamwork and harmony.
Musical Theory
Enhance your musical knowledge and understanding through structured theory events designed for all levels.
Hymn Playing
Delve into the spiritual and uplifting genre of hymn playing, open to organists and pianists of all ages.
Meet Our Festival Organizers
Discover the dedicated team behind the successful orchestration of our music festivals.
Debbie Wiser
East Valley Central AZ Festival Chair
Laurel Lloyd
Arizona State Festival Chair
Valerie Harris
President, East Valley Music Club
What Participants Say
‘Participating in the NFMC Festivals has significantly boosted my confidence and helped me set clear musical goals. It’s a fantastic program for growth.’
Junior Festival Participant
‘The feedback from judges was incredibly insightful and encouraging. It’s more than just a festival; it’s a milestone in my musical journey.’
Junior Festival Participant
‘Achieving the Gold Cup was a proud moment for me, but the real reward has been the improvement in my performances and musical understanding.’
String Performer
Join Our Festival Family
Enhance your students’ musical journey by joining the East Valley Music Club. Federate with us and enter your students in our next Festival to witness their transformation and success.