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San Luis Obispo
Festival Mozaic unveils its 2026
Summer Music & Arts Festival
Festival Mozaic’s multi-week
event celebrating music,
dance, film, visual arts, young,
emerging musicians, and more
takes place at venues throughout
San Luis Obispo County.
This year’s festival carries
added significance as the United
States marks the 250th anniversa-
ry of the Declaration of Indepen-
dence. In honor of this milestone,
Festival Mozaic highlights
Performances
run from July 15
to August 1
Music Director Scott Yoo guides the 2026 Festival Mozaic season.
American composers—especially
those with strong ties to Califor-
nia—through a collaboration with
the Coastal Awakening project.
The partnership underscores
California’s vibrant cultural scene
and its influence on the evolution
of American music. Music Direc-
tor Scott Yoo guides the season,
focusing on creative freedom and
artistic exploration.
“Celebrating 250 years since
the signing of the Declaration of
Independence invites reflection
on the bold thinking and innova-
tion that shaped our nation,” said
Yoo. “California, in particular, has
long served as a hub for artistic
experimentation. Composers
such as John Adams, Steve Reich,