Classics for Kids Foundation Awards Matching Grant to Midsummer’s Music to Support Griffon String Quartet’s Youth Programs

The grant will be used to purchase much-needed instruments, ensuring that young students have access to quality instruments as they continue their musical journeys. Midsummer’s Music is pleased to announce that the Classics for Kids Foundation has awarded a matching grant of $1,465 to support the Griffon String Quartet’s educational… [Read More]

Midsummer’s Music and Griffon String Quartet Present the Musical Museum Featuring Neuroscience Researcher Clara Takarabe

Free, Dementia-Informed, Life-Enrichment Concert Series | January 21–23, 1:00 PM Midsummer’s Music, in collaboration with its affiliate ensemble the Griffon String Quartet, proudly presents The Musical Museum, a unique and deeply engaging musical experience that blends live performance with insights from neuroscience, poetry, and conversation. These free, public events will… [Read More]

A Message from Jim Berkenstock

Dear Midsummer’s friends, You recently received a beautiful and eloquent letter from Barbara Lawton asking for your support for Midsummer’s Music and the Griffon Quartet. You perhaps know Barbara as a former Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. My initial acquaintance with Barbara was a bit different. She came up to me… [Read More]