By Jim Berkenstock Like many of you, I find my movements and options limited at the moment, so I thought I would jot down some notes about what we can expect this summer in Door County when the current cloud has hopefully lifted. Perhaps these musings will help propel your thoughts toward positive and inviting […]
Two Door County Residents Join the Midsummer’s Music Board of Directors
Midsummer’s Music draws on the wisdom and guidance from individuals who comprise the board of directors. Board members typically exhibit a special, continued dedication to Midsummer’s Music through their support for the organization, musicians and staff. We welcome Ann Morgan and Tyler Powell, who recently began three-year terms. In her youth, Ann was a summer […]
Midsummer’s Musicians Margaret Butler and Heather Zinninger-Yarmel Perform with Milwaukee Musaik
Fans of Midsummer’s Music musicians Margaret Butler, oboe, and Heather Zinninger-Yarmel will be delighted to know they will perform with Milwaukee Musaik’s March 2 and April 9 concerts! The March 2 concert – Dusk to Dawn – features Night Music for Flute and String Quartet by A. Foote, Symphony #104 in D Major, “London,” by J. Haydn and P. Salomon, as well […]
Griffon String Quartet to Play at Artigras in Green Bay
The Griffon String Quartet – the resident string quartet of Midsummer’s Music – will play at Artigras 2020, a fine arts festival, at the KI Convention Center in downtown Green Bay. GSQ is scheduled to perform from 3–4pm on Saturday, February 29. Artigras 2020 runs from 10am to 4:30pm, Saturday and Sunday, and features musicians and dancers. For […]
Midsummer’s Music Donations Matched Up to $50,000
By David Perry When Allyson Fleck and the Midsummer’s Music Board asked me to write to you, I was glad for the opportunity. In July, Jim surprised me with a certificate for 20 summers of performing at Midsummer’s. (I knew the years were adding up, but not the decades!) Had I been less stunned I […]
On Giving Tuesday, Consider a Donation to Midsummer’s Music
With the recent tax changes, most taxpayers now no longer itemize deductions for their donations to organizations like Midsummer’s Music. However, it is still possible for you to receive a sizable deduction by making your donation from your retirement plan directly to Midsummer’s Music. By donating to Midsummer’s Music from your retirement plan, you meet your Required Minimum Distribution requirements and reduce your […]
Four Winter Concerts by The Griffon String Quartet Scheduled for Dec. 13-15
Midsummer’s Music has announced four new Winter Concerts by the renowned Griffon String Quartet in early December. The Quartet, which launched in the fall of 2018, is composed of four of the finest young professional musicians in the country. The four string players, each with advanced degrees and performances around the world to their credit, […]
Griffon String Quartet to Visit Three Door County Schools
In supporting their mission of enhancing student learning and academic achievement through increased exposure to – and participation in – music, the Griffon String Quartet, hailed for their “superb playing, palpable chemistry, spirit, and emotional connection,” will visit three Door County schools on November 12. The schools participating in this series of residency activities currently do […]
Griffon String Quartet to Perform Four Concerts in Northeast Wisconsin
Midsummer’s Music’s resident string quartet, the Griffon String Quartet, celebrates their second season of concerts and community and educational events with a series of performances throughout Northeast Wisconsin. Hailed for their “superb playing, palpable chemistry, spirit, and emotional connection,” their program will feature Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 110, and Schubert’s String […]
Midsummer’s Music: Powerful Music, Brilliant Musicians, Intimate Settings
By Beverly Ann Conroy I just came from the final performance of the Midsummer’s Music summer festival – a splendid gala at Björklunden that was so delightful – and I couldn’t wait to tell you about it! The bittersweet Ashokan Farewell was followed by a bubbly Martinů Serenade and the most infectious quartet of four […]