There are many times we take for granted what is right in front of us—many times that we can look at something without truly seeing it for what it is. This pandemic, and the profound loss we all experienced during it, has made us aware of what really matters. 

What really matters is having a space to process and express our emotions, from the events of the last two years to our deepest hopes, dreams, fears, and desires.

What really matters is having a space to free our minds and imagine not only a different future but a different world. 

What really matters is having a space where everyone belongs. 

At Montalvo, what really matters to us is being the place where all of the above is possible and more—a place where we can change and enrich the lives of all people through the power of the arts in all their forms. In the time of shelter-in-place and increased visibility around the chronic injustices towards Black, Indigenous, and other marginalized people, Montalvo began a critical transformation. As part of our newly implemented strategic plan, our focus is promoting diversity and accessibility throughout the organization, so that you can experience a culture of belonging. 

As 2021 comes to a close, we hope you'll consider making a donation today to support our goal in becoming a more accessible, equitable, and belonging institution.

Time is running out to grab your tickets to see Windham Hill's Winter Solstice featuring Barbara Higbie, Todd Boston, and Mia Pixley next Saturday, December 8. Choose from a matinee show at 3pm or an evening concert at 7:30pm and enjoy an evening of festive music celebrating the spirit of the winter holidays!

This year marks the 35th anniversary of the multi-platinum selling Winter Solstice album series originally released on Windham Hill Records. Grammy-nominated singer, fiddler, pianist, and songwriter Barbara Higbie is joined by composer Todd Boston and cellist Mia Pixley to lead this lively perform you waiting for? Get your tickets and take a musical journey to Montalvo as you celebrate the season with us!

Our Holiday Chalk the Walk event originally scheduled for this Sunday has been moved due to inclement weather in the forecast. We hope you'll join us next Sunday, December 19 between 10am & 2pm as we fill the sidewalks surrounding our Charmaine’s Garden Terrace with unique and exciting chalk art! Holiday music will be played and hot chocolate will be served.

Montalvo staff and volunteers will be onsite to provide instruction on how to enter, create, and view the space. We'll provide the chalk (but you can bring your own if you wish 😊), and we welcome and support any form of chalk experience and artists. Be sure to snap photos of your art and tag us on Instagram @montalvoarts!

Looking for a great gift for the music lover in your life? We've got a great lineup in 2022 for The Valley Foundation Carriage House Performing Arts Series, with some truly exciting and unique acts early in the year.

On Tuesday, February 1 at 7:30pm, The Queen's Cartoonists will entertain and delight with an extraordinary performance of fun, jazzy music set to animated film clips projected on the wall behind them. Take a look at this video to get a sense of their infectious style. We are very excited about hosting this talented group, and we hope you'll grab some tickets for yourself, your loved ones, and a few friends too!

On Sunday, February 6 at 7:30pm, you won't want to miss the beautiful music of the Danish trio Dreamers' Circus. Contemporary and endlessly innovative in their approach, these extraordinary performers draw inspiration from the deep traditions of folk music in the region and reshape them into something fresh and new. Get a sense of what you'll see in this music video and grab your tickets now!

Naturally 7: The Human Instruments has been called "a jaw-dropping vocal symposium" by The Boston Globe, and they make their Montalvo debut on Sunday, February 13 at 7pm. These incredible musicians transform their voices into actual human instruments, effortlessly producing music of any genre with choreography to match. Wondering what this looks and sounds like? Check out this performance on the international talent show World's Best — then be sure and get tickets to see them up close and live!