Ventura Music Festival – Ivor Davis Memorial Concert
Ventura Breeze
July 24, 2026
This Sunday, July 26th, the Ventura Music Festival invites our community to a very special afternoon at the Ivor Davis Memorial Concert, featuring the internationally acclaimed Akropolis Reed Quintet. Chosen by Davis’s family, the program promises a beautiful tribute to a man who helped shape the cultural fabric of our coastal town. It’s a chance to hear world-class musicians in an intimate setting and to celebrate a life that meant so much to Ventura’s arts scene.
After the concert, stick around for a reception honoring Ivor’s memory — a perfect opportunity to share stories and connect with neighbors. The Ventura Breeze first shared the details, and we’re glad to pass them along. Don’t miss this heartfelt afternoon of music and community.
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