NEW Festival Location: University of Mount Saint Vincent
For our 35th season SMF will be held at the beautiful and spacious University of Mount Saint Vincent campus located at 6301 Riverdale Avenue, Riverdale, NY 10471.
University of Mount Saint Vincent
All SMF participants (Day & Boarding Students) will spend most of their time within a few buildings, which includes the Conservatory Studios, Maryvale Classrooms, Practice rooms, Smith Hall, Cafeteria, Outdoor Spaces, Seaton Hall Dormitory, Lounge areas, Laundry Facilities, SMF Registration desk and UMSV Security Office.
Boarding Students
Boarding Students will be able to choose from single, or double occupancy dormitories. All rooms are equipped with a bed, mattress, mattress encasement, desk, desk chair, dresser drawers, closet or wardrobe. All dorm rooms have an independent in-room cooling system (air conditioning). The garbage is located in shared bin in the hallway of the dormitory and is maintained by the facilities department. Participants can bring their own toiletries. See Participant Info/Boarding Students page for Frequently Asked Questions.
Performance Opportunities
Participants will have multiple opportunities to perform during the festival. Please come prepared with proper attire (concert attire is all black) and be ready to perform.
The Famous Bulletin Board!
The favored communication method by Mr. Briskin and Mr. Krieger is the Bulletin Board! Participants must check the board EVERYDAY for important announcements or schedule changes.