Proceeds support the Foundation and Montrose Regional Health Cardiology Clinic
MONTROSE, Colo. (January 12, 2025) – The Montrose Regional Health Foundation will host A Celebration of the Heart Concert on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, at the Montrose Pavilion, 1800 Pavilion Drive. Proceeds from the Valentine’s Day event will benefit the Foundation and support cardiac care services at Montrose Regional Health.
The evening will begin with an optional pre-concert dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by the concert at 7:30 p.m. The event is the second in an ongoing Foundation concert series designed to bring exceptional musical performances to the community while supporting patient care close to home.
“Music has a unique ability to bring people together, and this concert does just that while supporting lifesaving cardiac care in our community,” said Kelly Anderson, executive director of the Montrose Regional Health Foundation. “Funds raised through this event will help strengthen cardiology services at Montrose Regional Health, ensuring patients can receive high-quality heart care without traveling far from home.”
A Celebration of the Heart Concert will feature a diverse lineup of performers, including soprano Amy Owens, baritone Vasil Garvanliev, and Montrose-based ensemble Mixed Bag Jazz. The program will include selections from the Great American Songbook, opera, musical theater, and jazz. The event is sponsored by the City of Montrose.
Owens is known for her expressive artistry and engaging stage presence. She has performed with leading regional and national organizations, including Santa Fe Opera, Houston Grand Opera, and the National Symphony Orchestra, and regularly participates in benefit concerts and community-focused performances.
Garvanliev is an internationally recognized baritone with a career spanning opera, concert, and popular music. He has performed on major international stages and represented North Macedonia at the Eurovision Song Contest. He is known for his versatility, musical intelligence, and compelling storytelling.
The concert is part of the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to engage the community through arts-based fundraising, with additional events planned in the future.
Tickets are $25 per person for the concert only or $75 per person for the pre-concert dinner and concert. For tickets or more information, call the Montrose Regional Health Foundation at 970-240-7396 or visit MRHFoundation.org.
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About the MRH Foundation (mrhfoundation.org)
The Montrose Regional Health Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enhancing health and wellness in Montrose and the surrounding communities. Through fundraising, community partnerships, and philanthropic support, the Foundation invests in equipment, facilities, education, and programs that strengthen the delivery of health care.
About Montrose Regional Health (MontroseHealth.com)
Montrose Regional Health (MRH) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) healthcare system serving Montrose, San Miguel, Ouray, Gunnison, Delta, Hinsdale, and San Juan counties. Licensed for 75 beds, MRH offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including cardiology, oncology, minimally invasive surgery, laboratory services, medical imaging, Mountain View Therapy, a Level III Trauma Center, an Acute Rehabilitation Unit, a Spine and Pain Center, advanced respiratory and pulmonary care, and a family birthing center. Known for adopting advanced technologies such as robotic-assisted surgery and UVC disinfection, MRH is the second-largest employer in Montrose County, with more than 850 employees and 100 providers representing 27 medical specialties. MRH is recognized for its warm, personalized care and lives its tagline: “Caring for you like family.”
Photo caption: Amy Owens and Vasil Garvanliev will headline the Celebration of the Heart Concert on February 14, 2026.
