Classical Concert: "Homeward Bound" (Rolling Hills Music Festival)

"We're all just walking each other home," Ram Dass said. This program features string music that honors home and belonging, including two uniquely Midwestern compositions: Shelley Washington – Middleground (2015) - inspired by the composer's native Kansas Maurice Ravel – Sonata for Violin and Cello (1920–1922) Antonín Dvorák – String Quartet No. 12, "American" (1893) - written in Iowa Performers: Rachel Walter, violin Ari Dubin, violin Roslyn Green, viola Yeil Park, cello -- Rolling Hills Music Festival is a celebration of homegrown classical music in the heart of Iowa. The inaugural season takes place August 6-9, 2026, with five events at five different venues across Ames. Each event features top local/regional professionals and incorporates compositions with an Iowa connection. Experience classical music, Iowa-style! Locally rooted, neighborly and welcoming.