The 88th Annual Bach Festival is Dedicated to the Memory of Eric Ravndal

Eric Ravndal after receiving his Honorary Choir Medal from John Sinclair in 2022

The Bach Festival Society of Winter Park mourns the passing of The Rev. Eric Ravndal III who served this organization with distinction as President, Chairman of the Board, Trustee Emeritus, honorary Choir member, faithful patron, benefactor, and friend.
The trademarks of his two decades of service were his wisdom, leadership, and integrity, but the staff and all the musicians will remember him for his gentle spirit. He exuded kindness and genuine love for the music and all who make it. We are a better organization and better people for having had Eric among us these many years. To honor him we humbly and thankfully dedicate this, our 88th Festival, to his memory. We believe the Bach Festival’s “best advocate” would hope you are enjoying the program. We request that you keep Eric’s dear wife Sarah and the entire Ravndal family on your hearts and in your prayers, and join us in celebrating the life and service of this remarkable man.