Editor’s note: This story was updated with the correct date of the 25th Anniversary celebration.

According to Katie Carroll, director of artistic administration and education for the Strings Music Festival, the summer schedule for the Strings Pavilion is pretty well locked in and features music from one of Hollywood’s most legendary composers, a couple of authors/humorists, the 25-year anniversary celebration for one of the local community’s favorite traditions, and much more.

The season starts with violinist Chee-Yun performing Beethoven on June 24, for the annual Opening Night Classical, which will be followed by a champagne reception as per tradition. The night before, on June 23, is an open rehearsal when the public will be welcome to pop in and watch classical musicians practice.

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“Especially on opening night, it’s nice to have a local crowd,” Carroll said.

Then at 7 p.m. on July 1, people can hear the large, iconic, bombastic sounds of brass instruments playing the music of John Williams, who composed music for “Star Wars,” “Indiana Jones” and “Jurassic Park.”

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Fresh from releasing their latest album “Celebrants,” Nickel Creek will perform at the pavilion on July 13. The bluegrass trio won a Grammy for its 2003 album “This Side,” which was named Best Contemporary Folk Album.

“We’re super-excited to have Nickel Creek back,” said Elizabeth Diamond, development and marketing director for Strings Music Festival.

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For those eager to hear a world-class pianist, at 7 p.m. on July 15 Anna Geniushene will perform at the pavilion. Geniushene took the silver medal at the prestigious Van Cliburn International Piano Competition last year and is described by Musical America as a “powerhouse sound, forceful musical personality.”

“She’s a Russian pianist who (did well in) the competition when she was six months pregnant,” Diamond said. “Pretty incredible.”

Further ahead, and as a departure from the typical programming at Strings, two writers will share their wit and humor on-stage this summer as David Sedaris performs on July 18, while Aug. 8 is an Evening with Fran Lebowitz.

While standup comedians have been booked for winter performances in the past, having a couple of humorists come in during the summer is unique.

“It’s awesome to have authors as part of our lineup,” Carroll said.

The orchestra finale will happen at 7 p.m. on Aug. 5, and is titled “A Night of Mozart.” Another champagne reception will follow the finale.

The monthly Free Music on the Green at the Yampa River Botanic Park continues this year starting at 10 a.m. each Wednesday, culminating with the event’s 25-year anniversary celebration at 5 p.m. on Aug. 23. That celebration will feature live music, a wine and beer happy hour and food trucks.