Celebrate America 250 with Music in the Somerset Hills!

America 250: Bluegrass Under the Stars – AJ Lee & Blue Summit at Dunwalke Preserve

Celebrate America 250 with an evening of modern Americana and bluegrass in the rolling hills of Dunwalke Preserve, presented by Music in the Somerset Hills. AJ Lee & Blue Summit’s soulful songs, close harmonies, and acoustic fire draw on bluegrass, country, and roots traditions that have shaped American music for generations.

Set on the historic Dillon family estate in Far Hills, NJ, Dunwalke Preserve offers a rare chance to mark this national milestone surrounded by fields, forests, and the spirit of rural America.

  • VIP Ticket – $300 - Limited Availability, Private meet and greet with AJ Lee & Blue Summit, refreshments, VIP ATV tour of Dunwalke Preserve, and premium seating. VIP experience begins at 6:00PM.

  • Regular Ticket – $150, Includes food, beverages, and the show. Arrival begins at 7:00PM.

The band takes the stage at 8:00PM, and the evening concludes by 10:00PM. Weather permitting, the performance will be outdoors, under an open sky worthy of a 250th birthday celebration.

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MISH 2026 Young Musicians Scholarship

Application Now Open!

 
 

Music in the Somerset Hills Young Musicians Scholarship

2026 Application NOW OPEN

Music in the Somerset Hills is committed to supporting an exceptional level of historically-informed and masterful performance, as well as to expanding the scope and variety of performance opportunities for professional and amateur musicians who live and work in the Somerset Hills, and creating opportunities for all people to pursue excellent musical training and find fellowship with other music enthusiasts. To that end we offer scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors who are pursuing music as a major at an accredited college or university.

One $5,000 scholarships will be offered. Only students who are residents of the state of New Jersey are eligible to apply.

 

 

2025 Scholarship Winners

Music in the Somerset Hills is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 Young Musicians College Scholarships: Sophia Morrone of Haddon Township High School and Rowan Mendel of Sparta High School. These outstanding high school seniors have demonstrated exceptional musical talent, leadership, and a deep commitment to using music as a force for good in their communities.

This scholarship will aid these promising young artists as they set off to realize their future musical aspirations at the university of their choice.

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Today’s students
Tomorrow’s leaders

Music in the Somerset Hills is proud to offer outstanding educational opportunities for students seeking college music scholarships and those wanting to enhance their musical skills. 

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