The Lux Quartet, a student chamber music group at Florida State University, takes an “investigative and caring approach to quartet playing,” says Shannon Thomas, their coach. An assistant professor of violin at FSU, Shannon encouraged the group to apply to …
Michael Reit (Jr Session, ’01‐’02, violin; ’03 viola) says Kinhaven “is one of the most magical places in the country.” He lists the breathtaking scenery, the staff, and the pursuit of excellence in music‐making as contributing to the “amazing spiritual …
It’s not just sending your kid to camp ‐‐ it’s putting them in an environment where they can grow by leaps and bounds as musicians and as human beings and world citizens. ” “When I compare notes with those who …
We asked Vytas Baksys (piano, ’72–’78) – who may share the record for the number of consecutive years as a camper – to reminisce about his time at Kinhaven. He is perhaps best remembered for his humorous musical contributions to the Kinhaven community, …
“I had a unique situation in that I grew up at Kinhaven … ”” says Emma Dennis-Knieriem, a student in Junior Session (trumpet/clarinet/bassoon 2010–2013) and in Senior Session (bassoon, 2014–2017). “Actually,” she adds, “I’m 18 and have been at Kinhaven …
We are lucky to have David Buck join Kinhaven again this summer as a guest conductor in the Senior Session. We caught up with David recently to learn more about his career, his love for Kinhaven, and what he listens …