On the occasion of Rachmaninoff’s 150th birthday, Midsummer’s Music celebrates with his Trio élégiaque, dedicated to his mentor, Tchaikovsky, with the inscription, “In Memory of a Great Artist.” The “Great Artist” is represented on this program by his First String Quartet.   Midsummer’s Music, Wisconsin’s oldest summer chamber music series,… [Read More]

“Opening with a Flair!” the program book reads. Okay, Great! “But Bartók and Fauré?” you say? So, let me explain. I understand that putting those two composers on the same program may seem strange, but there is reason behind my madness, which I think you will appreciate when you hear… [Read More]

Often relegated to the sidelines while their male contemporaries basked in the limelight, women classical composers are now being recognized for their brilliance and significant contributions to the history of music. Midsummer’s Music is a leader among chamber music organizations in presenting works by lesser-known composers—especially composers of color and… [Read More]

42 exciting, pulse-pounding, riveting concerts featuring world-class chamber musicians Sister Bay, Wis. – June 2, 2023 – Midsummer’s Music, Wisconsin’s oldest summer chamber music series, launches its 2023 concert season with a program celebrating works by composers Béla Bartók and Gabriel Fauré. Written only 15 years apart, these two powerfully… [Read More]

Seth Hanford brings solid fundraising and administrative experience to the organization. Midsummer’s Music, Wisconsin’s longest-running summer chamber music series, recently named Seth Hanford to the new position of Development Director. Prior to joining Midsummer’s Music, Seth was Head of School at Elgin Academy, a position in which he had significant… [Read More]