Midsummer's Music and its affiliate, the Griffon String Quartet

Griffon String Quartet Einstein Program Outreach • Green Bay
2025-04-09 09:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
The Griffon String Quartet presents an Einstein Program for a homeschool consortium at St. Paul’s Methodist Church in Green Bay.

Griffon String Quartet Einstein Program Outreach • Green Bay
2025-04-09 14:00 - 14:45
The Griffon String Quartet presents an Einstein Program for students at St. John Paul II Classical School in Green Bay. Time TBD.

Griffon String Quartet B Double Sharp Outreach • Fond du Lac
2025-04-10 14:30 - 15:30 | St. Francis Home, 33 Everett St., Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
The Griffon String Quartet performs for residents a the St. Francis Home in Fond du Lac.
B Double Sharp programs are funded in part by grants from Little Eddie Big Cup, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, Wisconsin Arts Board,
Wisconsin Public Service, and Destination Door County.

Griffon String Quartet Einstein Program • Sturgeon Bay High School
2025-04-14 11:30 - 13:00 | Sturgeon Bay High School Auditorium
The Griffon String Quartet presents an interactive program for band students at Sturgeon Bay High School.

Griffon String Quartet TV Appearance • We Are Green Bay, WFRV
2025-04-17 09:00 - 10:00
The Griffon String Quartet will appear on WFRV TV’s Local 5 Live program this morning.

Gather with the Griffon • Green Bay
2025-04-17 12:00 - 13:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Green Bay, 200 S Ashland Ave., Green Bay, WI, 54303, United States
“Gather with the Griffon” miniconcerts are designed for midday audiences. B Double Sharp programs engage the mind and spirit through music and conversation.
Program: Selections from the Griffon’s April concerts.
Roy Meyer and Alex Norris, Violins
Oryann Tsaig, Viola
Jesse Nummelin, Cello
This is not a ticketed event.
Programs are funded in part by grants from the Little Eddie Big Cup, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, Wisconsin Arts Board, Wisconsin Public Service, and Destination Door County.

Gather with the Griffon in Door County • Country View Farm, Baileys Harbor
2025-04-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Country View Farm, 3200 County Road EE, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
“Gather with the Griffon” miniconcerts are designed for midday audiences. B Double Sharp programs engage the mind and spirit through music and conversation.
Program: Selections from the Griffon’s April events.
Roy Meyer and Alex Norris, Violins
Oryann Tsaig, Viola
Jesse Nummelin, Cello
This is not a ticketed event.
Programs are funded in part by grants from the Little Eddie Big Cup, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, Wisconsin Arts Board, Wisconsin Public Service, and Destination Door County.

Griffon String Quartet Einstein Outreach • Fish Creek
2025-04-26 10:00 - 13:00 | YMCA – Fish Creek, 3866 Gibraltar Rd., Fish Creek, WI, 54212
Members of the Griffon String Quartet participate in the YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day events.

Griffon String Quartet Private Concert • Pewaukee
2025-04-27 15:00 - 18:00
The Griffon String Quartet is featured in a private concert hosted by a fan.
Roy Meyer & Alex Norris, Violins
Oryann Tsaig, Viola
Jesse Nummelin, Cello

Griffon String Quartet Einstein Outreach • Sturgeon Bay
2025-05-03 10:00 - 13:00 | YMCA Sturgeon Bay, 1900 Michigan St,, Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54234

Griffon String Quartet Student Retreat • Door County
2025-05-10 - 2025-05-11 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
The Griffon String Quartet hosts a retreat for its string students and others, including a pizza party and a public concert.
May 10
9:30-10 – Registration
10-10:30 – Games and icebreakers
10:30-11 – Large group playing
11am-12 – Small group (Chamber) breakouts
12-1 – Lunch and games
1-1:30 – Lesson on Instrument care
1:30-2:30 – Small group (Chamber) breakouts
2:30-3 – Large groups and wrap up
May 11
1:45 – Arrive
2-3 – Small group breakouts
3-3:30 – Large group playing
3:30-4 – Games and recital prep
4-5 – Recital followed by an Ice Cream Social
Roy Meyer & Alex Norris, Violins
Oryann Tsaig, Viola
Jesse Nummelin, Cello
Sponsored in part by Heid Music
Retreat Registration

Green Bay Chamber Music Society
2025-05-10 18:00 - 22:00
Season Finale and Fireworks
The Griffon String Quartet performs
TBD
Hosted by Ken Strmiska and Sabina Singh
This concert is for Green Bay Chamber Music Society members.
For information about the Green Bay Chamber Music Society, visit this webpage.

Gather with the Griffon • Green Bay
2025-05-15 12:00 - 13:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Green Bay, 200 S Ashland Ave., Green Bay, WI, 54303, United States
“Gather with the Griffon” miniconcerts are designed for midday audiences. B Double Sharp programs engage the mind and spirit through music and conversation.
Program: Selections from the Griffon’s May concerts.
Roy Meyer and Alex Norris, Violins
Oryann Tsaig, Viola
Jesse Nummelin, Cello
This is not a ticketed event.
Programs are funded in part by grants from the Little Eddie Big Cup, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, Wisconsin Arts Board, Wisconsin Public Service, and Destination Door County.

Griffon String Quartet Community Event • De Pere
2025-05-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Cocoon Brewing, 2233 Kaftan Way, De Pere, WI, 54115
In association with Wisconsin Public Radio, the Griffon String Quartet performs at Cocoon Brewing in De Pere.

Griffon Students Recital
2025-05-18 14:00 - 17:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
The Griffon String Quartet’s string students perform their annual recital.
The recital is open to the public.

Griffon String Quartet B Double Sharp Outreach • Sturgeon Bay
2025-05-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Aging and Disability Resource Center, 916 N 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
The Griffon String Quartet performs for clients at the Aging & Disability Resource Center in Sturgeon Bay.

Programs are funded in part by grants from Little Eddie Big Cup, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, Wisconsin Arts Board, Wisconsin Public Service, and Destination Door County.

Griffon String Quartet Season Finale Concert • Egg Harbor
2025-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
Join us for a magnificent concert as the Griffon String Quartet’s 2023-2024 season comes to an end.
WPR presents “Music Bingo” from 5:30 to 6:30, prior to the Griffon String Quartet’s concert. It’s part bingo, part classical music trivia and all fun! You could win WPR swag and more! It’s free to play, but space is limited. Please register to let us know you’re coming. Click here for “Music Bingo” details! (Reserve concert tickets below.)
String Quartet No. 3, “Glitter, Doom, Shards, Memory” by Schulamit Ran
String Quartet No. 2, Op. 26 by Erich Wolfgang Korngold
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57 by Dmitri Shostakovich
Roy Meyer & Alex Norris, Violins
Oryann Tsaig, Viola
Jesse Nummelin, Cello
Rie Tanaka, Piano
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Griffon String Quartet Season Finale Concert • Green Bay
2025-05-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Art Garage, 1429 Main St, Green Bay, WI, 54302
Join us for a magnificent concert as the Griffon String Quartet’s 2023-2024 season comes to an end.
String Quartet No. 3, “Glitter, Doom, Shards, Memory” by Schulamit Ran
String Quartet No. 2, Op. 26 by Erich Wolfgang Korngold
Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57 by Dmitri Shostakovich
Roy Meyer & Alex Norris, Violins
Oryann Tsaig, Viola
Jesse Nummelin, Cello
Rie Tanaka, Piano
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Griffon String Quartet Season Finale Concert • Sturgeon Bay
2025-05-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States

Because: A Storytelling Concert for Families • Juddville
2025-05-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd., Fish Creek, WI, 54212
Presented by the Griffon String Quartet and Write On, Door County
Join us for a magical musical experience where storytelling and live music combine to inspire curiosity, creativity, and connection. This interactive family concert features a live reading of Because by Mo Willems – an uplifting picture book about how a single music note can change a life – paired with a live performance by the Griffon String Quartet.
As each page turns, the Quartet brings the story to life with music that mirrors the emotion, imagination, and discovery found in the book. Children and their families will experience how music tells a story – without words – and how every action can lead to a beautiful chain of events.
Perfect for young listeners and music lovers of all ages, this event encourages families to explore the joy of live classical music and the wonder of storytelling together.
Highlights:

A live reading of Because by Mo Willems
Interactive performance by the Griffon String Quartet
An engaging, welcoming environment for children and families
Ideal for ages four and up (and the young at heart!)

Because sometimes, a single note can spark a dream.
This free concert is not a ticketed event.

The Romantic Era of the Schumanns
2025-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
The Schumann’s intense love story centered around the piano. Both studied piano with her father, but he fought their eventual marriage. Friedrich Kalkbrenner was possibly the greatest pianist before Liszt. He moved in the same circles as the Schumanns. Jeannie Yu will bring these piano parts to life in scintillating fashion while David Perry’s violin will melt you with Clara’s opening Romance.
Three Romances, Op. 22 – Clara Schumann
Violin and Piano
Sextet in G Major, Op. 58 – Friedrich Kalkbrenner
Piano, Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Quintet in E-flat Major, Op. 44 – Robert Schumann
Piano, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Sally Chisholm, Viola • Zou Zou Robidoux, Cello • Kris Saebo, Bass • Jeannie Yu, Piano
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
The Romantic Era of the Schumanns program is sponsored by the Gould Family Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
This performance is sponsored by the Midsummer’s Music Board of Directors.
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The Romantic Era of the Schumanns
2025-06-14 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
The Schumann’s intense love story centered around the piano. Both studied piano with her father, but he fought their eventual marriage. Friedrich Kalkbrenner was possibly the greatest pianist before Liszt. He moved in the same circles as the Schumanns. Jeannie Yu will bring these piano parts to life in scintillating fashion while David Perry’s violin will melt you with Clara’s opening Romance.
Three Romances, Op. 22 – Clara Schumann
Violin and Piano
Sextet in G Major, Op. 58 – Friedrich Kalkbrenner
Piano, Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Quintet in E-flat Major, Op. 44 – Robert Schumann
Piano, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Sally Chisholm, Viola • Zou Zou Robidoux, Cello • Kris Saebo, Bass • Jeannie Yu, Piano
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
The Romantic Era of the Schumanns program is sponsored by the Gould Family Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
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The Romantic Era of the Schumanns
2025-06-15 16:00 - 18:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
The Schumann’s intense love story centered around the piano. Both studied piano with her father, but he fought their eventual marriage. Friedrich Kalkbrenner was possibly the greatest pianist before Liszt. He moved in the same circles as the Schumanns. Jeannie Yu will bring these piano parts to life in scintillating fashion while David Perry’s violin will melt you with Clara’s opening Romance.
Three Romances, Op. 22 – Clara Schumann
Violin and Piano
Sextet in G Major, Op. 58 – Friedrich Kalkbrenner
Piano, Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Quintet in E-flat Major, Op. 44 – Robert Schumann
Piano, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Sally Chisholm, Viola • Zou Zou Robidoux, Cello • Kris Saebo, Bass • Jeannie Yu, Piano
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
The Romantic Era of the Schumanns program is sponsored by the Gould Family Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
This performance is sponsored by Sandy Zingler.
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Mozart and Dvořák
2025-06-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Björklunden – Vail Hall, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
Two masterworks for strings by Mozart and Dvořák bookend this program. In between, both programmatically and historically, is Anton Reicha, a friend of Beethoven’s who was born the same year. An important musical influence in the 19th century, his brilliant Clarinet Quintet is a masterpiece and a wonderful showcase for the featured instrument.
Quintet No. 6 in E-flat Major, K. 614 – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
Quintet in B-flat Major, Op. 89 – Anton Reicha
Clarinet, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
String Sextet in A Major, Op. 48 – Antonin Dvořák
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
JJ Koh, Clarinet • David Perry & Chris Bolduc, Violins • Sally Chisholm & Allyson Fleck, Violas • Zou Zou Robidoux & Ian Wasserman, Cellos
JJ is sponsored by Mary Pikul Anderson. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy
This performance is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer.
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Mozart and Dvořák
2025-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | PenArt, 3900 County F, Fish Creek, WI, 54212
Two masterworks for strings by Mozart and Dvořák bookend this program. In between, both programmatically and historically, is Anton Reicha, a friend of Beethoven’s who was born the same year. An important musical influence in the 19th century, his brilliant Clarinet Quintet is a masterpiece and a wonderful showcase for the featured instrument.
Quintet No. 6 in E-flat Major, K. 614 – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
Quintet in B-flat Major, Op. 89 – Anton Reicha
Clarinet, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
String Sextet in A Major, Op. 48 – Antonin Dvořák
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
JJ Koh, Clarinet • David Perry & Chris Bolduc, Violins • Sally Chisholm & Allyson Fleck, Violas • Zou Zou Robidoux & Ian Wasserman, Cellos
JJ is sponsored by Mary Pikul Anderson. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy
This performance is sponsored by Friends of Jim Ingwersen in memory of Jim Ingwersen.
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Coffee Talk: Experience the Healing Power of Sound
2025-06-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Water Street HWY 42, Ephraim, WI, 54211
Dr. Maja Jurisic: Experience the Sound of the Fibonacci Sequence
Using crystal alchemy bowls and tuning forks to create the intervals, Dr. Maja Jurisic invites you to experience the Fibonacci sequence as a sound journey at the Midsummer’s Music Coffee Talk at 1 PM on June 21st at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Ephraim.
Italian mathematician Leonardo Fibonacci popularized a simple sequence of numbers where each number is the sum of the preceding two (0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, etc.) This sequence of numbers is still not completely understood and has a mystical allure, as it manifests in diverse and complex ways, both in theoretical mathematics, and in the real world.
It appears in various natural phenomena (e.g., the arrangement of seeds in sunflowers, the spirals of pinecones, the arrangement of leaves on stems, etc.). It’s also a fundamental part of mathematical structures, is used in engineering and space exploration, and is even applied in financial markets to identify potential market turning points and interest levels. And the golden ratio, the relationship between two numbers that are next to each other in the Fibonacci sequence (dividing the larger one by the smaller one), has been used by artists and architects to create visually pleasing and harmonious compositions.
There is some research showing that the frequencies of the intervals of the Fibonacci sequence can shift our vibrational states of being by resonating with the pathway of consciousness from the pituitary axis (a system of endocrine gland pathways involved in managing our stress response) to the pineal gland (called the “third eye” in some spiritual traditions). These frequencies can open gateways that allow us to explore higher states of consciousness, and have been used for enhancing creativity, overcoming addictions and healing traumas.
All curious and willing passengers are welcome to join us for this Fibonacci frequency journey, free of chemicals, but riding high on sound.

Mozart and Dvořák
2025-06-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
Two masterworks for strings by Mozart and Dvořák bookend this program. In between, both programmatically and historically, is Anton Reicha, a friend of Beethoven’s who was born the same year. An important musical influence in the 19th century, his brilliant Clarinet Quintet is a masterpiece and a wonderful showcase for the featured instrument.
Quintet No. 6 in E-flat Major, K. 614 – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
Quintet in B-flat Major, Op. 89 – Anton Reicha
Clarinet, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
String Sextet in A Major, Op. 48 – Antonin Dvořák
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
JJ Koh, Clarinet • David Perry & Chris Bolduc, Violins • Sally Chisholm & Allyson Fleck, Violas • Zou Zou Robidoux & Ian Wasserman, Cellos
JJ is sponsored by Mary Pikul Anderson. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy
This performance is sponsored by Carmen & Gene Witt.
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Mozart and Dvořák
2025-06-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County Rd. G, Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
Two masterworks for strings by Mozart and Dvořák bookend this program. In between, both programmatically and historically, is Anton Reicha, a friend of Beethoven’s who was born the same year. An important musical influence in the 19th century, his brilliant Clarinet Quintet is a masterpiece and a wonderful showcase for the featured instrument.
Quintet No. 6 in E-flat Major, K. 614 – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
Quintet in B-flat Major, Op. 89 – Anton Reicha
Clarinet, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
String Sextet in A Major, Op. 48 – Antonin Dvořák
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
JJ Koh, Clarinet • David Perry & Chris Bolduc, Violins • Sally Chisholm & Allyson Fleck, Violas • Zou Zou Robidoux & Ian Wasserman, Cellos
JJ is sponsored by Mary Pikul Anderson. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy
This performance is sponsored by Sandy Zingler.
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Mendelssohn Magic
2025-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Water Street HWY 42, Ephraim, WI, 54211
Mendelssohn’s 2nd Piano Trio is unsurpassed. The way he weaves a Bach chorale melody into the final movement is spellbinding and worth the ticket price alone. Two other trios, each involving the flute of Heather Zinninger, set the stage. Undine Smith Moore’s Suite is hauntingly evocative, while Weber’s Flute Trio shows how much the Romantic Period is indebted to this German master.
Afro American Suite – Undine Smith Moore
Flute, Cello, and Piano
Trio in G Minor, Op. 63 – Carl Maria von Weber
Flute, Cello, and Piano
Trio No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 66 – Felix Mendelssohn
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry, Violin • Mara McClain, Cello • Jeannie Yu, Piano
Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
This performance is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
The Mendelssohn Magic program is sponsored by the Women’s Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
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Mendelssohn Magic
2025-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
Mendelssohn’s 2nd Piano Trio is unsurpassed. The way he weaves a Bach chorale melody into the final movement is spellbinding and worth the ticket price alone. Two other trios, each involving the flute of Heather Zinninger, set the stage. Undine Smith Moore’s Suite is hauntingly evocative, while Weber’s Flute Trio shows how much the Romantic Period is indebted to this German master.
Afro American Suite – Undine Smith Moore
Flute, Cello, and Piano
Trio in G Minor, Op. 63 – Carl Maria von Weber
Flute, Cello, and Piano
Trio No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 66 – Felix Mendelssohn
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry, Violin • Mara McClain, Cello • Jeannie Yu, Piano
Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
This performance is sponsored by Roy & Betsy Gill.
The Mendelssohn Magic program is sponsored by the Women’s Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
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Mendelssohn Magic
2025-06-28 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
Mendelssohn’s 2nd Piano Trio is unsurpassed. The way he weaves a Bach chorale melody into the final movement is spellbinding and worth the ticket price alone. Two other trios, each involving the flute of Heather Zinninger, set the stage. Undine Smith Moore’s Suite is hauntingly evocative, while Weber’s Flute Trio shows how much the Romantic Period is indebted to this German master.
Afro American Suite – Undine Smith Moore
Flute, Cello, and Piano
Trio in G Minor, Op. 63 – Carl Maria von Weber
Flute, Cello, and Piano
Trio No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 66 – Felix Mendelssohn
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry, Violin • Mara McClain, Cello • Jeannie Yu, Piano
Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
This performance is sponsored by the Gould Family Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
The Mendelssohn Magic program is sponsored by the Women’s Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
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Mendelssohn Magic
2025-07-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church, 11836 WI-42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210
Mendelssohn’s 2nd Piano Trio is unsurpassed. The way he weaves a Bach chorale melody into the final movement is spellbinding and worth the ticket price alone. Two other trios, each involving the flute of Heather Zinninger, set the stage. Undine Smith Moore’s Suite is hauntingly evocative, while Weber’s Flute Trio shows how much the Romantic Period is indebted to this German master.
Afro American Suite – Undine Smith Moore
Flute, Cello, and Piano
Trio in G Minor, Op. 63 – Carl Maria von Weber
Flute, Cello, and Piano
Trio No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 66 – Felix Mendelssohn
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry, Violin • Mara McClain, Cello • Jeannie Yu, Piano
Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
The Mendelssohn Magic program is sponsored by the Women’s Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
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Dvořák, Bruch, and Beethoven 7
2025-07-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Björklunden – Vail Hall, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
Beethoven authorized his publisher to arrange his 7th Symphony for String Quintet. In an age when the symphony orchestra was relatively rare, a chamber arrangement improved the opportunity for sales. This intimate and profound glimpse into the heart of the work is revelatory. Dvořák’s Notturno and Bruch’s recently published Quintet provide provocative precursors for this concert of masterpieces.
Notturno in B Major, Op. 40 – Antonin Dvořák
Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Quintet in A Minor, Op. Posthumous – Max Bruch
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92 [Steiner, arr.] – Ludwig van Beethoven
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Allyson Fleck & Oryann Tsaig, Violas • Mara McClain, Cello • Kris Saebo, Bass
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin.
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Dvořák, Bruch, and Beethoven 7
2025-07-05 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
Beethoven authorized his publisher to arrange his 7th Symphony for String Quintet. In an age when the symphony orchestra was relatively rare, a chamber arrangement improved the opportunity for sales. This intimate and profound glimpse into the heart of the work is revelatory. Dvořák’s Notturno and Bruch’s recently published Quintet provide provocative precursors for this concert of masterpieces.
Notturno in B Major, Op. 40 – Antonin Dvořák
Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Quintet in A Minor, Op. Posthumous – Max Bruch
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92 [Steiner, arr.] – Ludwig van Beethoven
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Allyson Fleck & Oryann Tsaig, Violas • Mara McClain, Cello • Kris Saebo, Bass
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin.
This performance is sponsored by the Stefan & Joan Anderson Charitable Fund.
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Dvořák, Bruch, and Beethoven 7
2025-07-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
Beethoven authorized his publisher to arrange his 7th Symphony for String Quintet. In an age when the symphony orchestra was relatively rare, a chamber arrangement improved the opportunity for sales. This intimate and profound glimpse into the heart of the work is revelatory. Dvořák’s Notturno and Bruch’s recently published Quintet provide provocative precursors for this concert of masterpieces.
Notturno in B Major, Op. 40 – Antonin Dvořák
Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Quintet in A Minor, Op. Posthumous – Max Bruch
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92 [Steiner, arr.] – Ludwig van Beethoven
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Allyson Fleck & Oryann Tsaig, Violas • Mara McClain, Cello • Kris Saebo, Bass
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin.
This performance is sponsored by Sandy Zingler.
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J.S. Bach and Händel – Orchestral and Vocal Baroque Magic
2025-07-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County Rd. G, Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
A sumptuous feast of Baroque music presented by stellar musicians! Soprano Molly Netter brings her gorgeous voice and blazing virtuosity to this program with both dramatic and comic elements. David Perry, violin; Heather Zinninger, flute; and Mark Shuldiner, harpsichord, also lead our strings in some of Bach’s most extraordinary instrumental works.
Orchestral Suite in B Minor, BWV 1067 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Flute, Strings, and Harpsichord
Schlummert ein from Ich habe genug, Cantata, BWV 82a – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Un pensiero nemico di pace from Il trionfo del Tempo e della Verità – Georg Friedrich Händel
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Ei! Wie schmeckt der Kaffee süße from Cantata, BWV 211 (Coffee Cantata) – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Flute, Strings, and Harpsichord
Heute noch from Cantata, BWV 211 (Coffee Cantata) – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Da tempeste il legno infranto from Giulio Cesare, HWV 17 – Georg Friedrich Händel
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D Major, BWV 1050 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, and Strings
Molly Netter, Soprano • Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry & Chris Bolduc, Violins • Allyson Fleck, Viola • Mara McClain, Cello • Kris Saebo, Bass • Mark Shuldiner, Harpsichord
Molly is sponsored by Lee & Barbara Jacobi. Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin. Mark is sponsored by Jim Berkenstock.
This performance is sponsored by Sandy Zingler.
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J.S. Bach and Händel – Orchestral and Vocal Baroque Magic
2025-07-10 19:00 - 21:00 | PenArt, 3900 County F, Fish Creek, WI, 54212
A sumptuous feast of Baroque music presented by stellar musicians! Soprano Molly Netter brings her gorgeous voice and blazing virtuosity to this program with both dramatic and comic elements. David Perry, violin; Heather Zinninger, flute; and Mark Shuldiner, harpsichord, also lead our strings in some of Bach’s most extraordinary instrumental works.
Orchestral Suite in B Minor, BWV 1067 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Flute, Strings, and Harpsichord
Schlummert ein from Ich habe genug, Cantata, BWV 82a – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Un pensiero nemico di pace from Il trionfo del Tempo e della Verità – Georg Friedrich Händel
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Ei! Wie schmeckt der Kaffee süße from Cantata, BWV 211 (Coffee Cantata) – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Flute, Strings, and Harpsichord
Heute noch from Cantata, BWV 211 (Coffee Cantata) – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Da tempeste il legno infranto from Giulio Cesare, HWV 17 – Georg Friedrich Händel
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D Major, BWV 1050 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, and Strings
Molly Netter, Soprano • Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry & Chris Bolduc, Violins • Allyson Fleck, Viola • Mara McClain, Cello • Kris Saebo, Bass • Mark Shuldiner, Harpsichord
Molly is sponsored by Lee & Barbara Jacobi. Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin. Mark is sponsored by Jim Berkenstock.
This performance is sponsored by Peggy Lott.
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J.S. Bach and Händel – Orchestral and Vocal Baroque Magic
2025-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Björklunden – Vail Hall, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
A sumptuous feast of Baroque music presented by stellar musicians! Soprano Molly Netter brings her gorgeous voice and blazing virtuosity to this program with both dramatic and comic elements. David Perry, violin; Heather Zinninger, flute; and Mark Shuldiner, harpsichord, also lead our strings in some of Bach’s most extraordinary instrumental works.
Orchestral Suite in B Minor, BWV 1067 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Flute, Strings, and Harpsichord
Schlummert ein from Ich habe genug, Cantata, BWV 82a – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Un pensiero nemico di pace from Il trionfo del Tempo e della Verità – Georg Friedrich Händel
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Ei! Wie schmeckt der Kaffee süße from Cantata, BWV 211 (Coffee Cantata) – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Flute, Strings, and Harpsichord
Heute noch from Cantata, BWV 211 (Coffee Cantata) – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Da tempeste il legno infranto from Giulio Cesare, HWV 17 – Georg Friedrich Händel
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D Major, BWV 1050 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, and Strings
Molly Netter, Soprano • Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry & Chris Bolduc, Violins • Allyson Fleck, Viola • Mara McClain, Cello • Kris Saebo, Bass • Mark Shuldiner, Harpsichord
Molly is sponsored by Lee & Barbara Jacobi. Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin. Mark is sponsored by Jim Berkenstock.
This performance is sponsored by Marsha Welcome & Family in memory of Richard Welcome.
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J.S. Bach and Händel – Orchestral and Vocal Baroque Magic
2025-07-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
A sumptuous feast of Baroque music presented by stellar musicians! Soprano Molly Netter brings her gorgeous voice and blazing virtuosity to this program with both dramatic and comic elements. David Perry, violin; Heather Zinninger, flute; and Mark Shuldiner, harpsichord, also lead our strings in some of Bach’s most extraordinary instrumental works.
Orchestral Suite in B Minor, BWV 1067 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Flute, Strings, and Harpsichord
Schlummert ein from Ich habe genug, Cantata, BWV 82a – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Un pensiero nemico di pace from Il trionfo del Tempo e della Verità – Georg Friedrich Händel
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Ei! Wie schmeckt der Kaffee süße from Cantata, BWV 211 (Coffee Cantata) – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Flute, Strings, and Harpsichord
Heute noch from Cantata, BWV 211 (Coffee Cantata) – Johann Sebastian Bach
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Da tempeste il legno infranto from Giulio Cesare, HWV 17 – Georg Friedrich Händel
Soprano, Strings, and Harpsichord
Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D Major, BWV 1050 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, and Strings
Molly Netter, Soprano • Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry & Chris Bolduc, Violins • Allyson Fleck, Viola • Mara McClain, Cello • Kris Saebo, Bass • Mark Shuldiner, Harpsichord
Molly is sponsored by Lee & Barbara Jacobi. Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin. Mark is sponsored by Jim Berkenstock.
This performance is sponsored by the Stefan & Joan Anderson Charitable Fund.
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Big Top Door County 2025 – 35th Anniversary
2025-07-16 15:00 - 20:00 | Berkenfeld Estate, 9397 Summach Road, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of music, artistry, and celebration under a grand white Big Top at the picturesque Berkenfeld Estate in Baileys Harbor.
Enjoy refreshing beverages, hors d’oeuvres, and a lively program featuring Eric Lewis, George Meyer, Kris Saebo, the Griffon String Quartet, and the Strings of Midsummer’s Music, all led by violinist David Perry. From Mozart to bluegrass and the poignant Ashokan Farewell, this event promises a rich variety of musical brilliance.
Adding to the excitement, the Musical Chairs auction returns, showcasing hand-painted, music-inspired chairs crafted by talented Door County artists. Bid on these unique creations in a spirited live auction under the Big Top!
Following the performance, indulge in a delicious catered meal, rounding out a perfect Door County afternoon where music, art, and community come together. Wednesday, July 16, at 3:00pm.
Remember your Picknicking Party Clothes!
Attire advice: BTDC takes place outdoors in a picturesque lawn setting. As the terrain includes grassy and slightly uneven areas, we recommend appropriate footwear to ensure your safety and comfort.
In the case of extreme weather, BTDC will be held at About Thyme Farm in Baileys Harbor (8425 County F).
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Coffee Talk: Music and Revolution: 1789, 1848, 1917
2025-07-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Water Street HWY 42, Ephraim, WI, 54211
Dr. Peter Conroy: “Music and Revolution: 1789, 1848, 1917”
Dr. Conroy’s presentation is about the connection between music and revolutions. This is not, however, a close or tight connection. There is no direct link between music and politics except perhaps rock and roll as the Czech playwright Tom Stoppard maintained. Oh, you think he’s British just because he wrote Rosencrantz and Guildenstern among other hits. But he spoke from behind the Iron Curtain. Different cultures, different opinions, as Pascal said.
The connections are indirect and subtle. There are ranges of influence. There is no direct link between political and social revolutions and the music of the same period. Yet, there are tangents, points at which the two separate spheres make contact.
Dr. Conroy will talk about three major revolutions: the French revolution of 1789 and the Russian revolution of 1917. But he will concentrate on the less known revolution of 1848.
After the social and political upheaval caused by the French Revolution and the Napoleonic wars, Europe tried to re-establish the aristocratic, monarchial hegemony that had existed previously. This effort failed spectacularly in 1848, when civil unrest, uprisings, and bloody violence in the streets swept over the major cities of Europe.
Before 1848, empires like the Holy Roman Empire and the Austro-Hungarian Empire encompassed huge populations. By 1848, however, these populations had developed a new consciousness: nationalism. People formerly under one single ruler now felt they were different, unique. They had their own culture, their own ethnicity, their own history. And they wanted to express it.
This sentiment overflowed into music. We usually recognize it in what we call programmatic music and also in dance. To buttress his case, he plans to evoke composers and compositions that you know quite well. He hopes you will see – and more importantly – hear them in a new way.
From Beaumarchais to Bartok, from Brahms to Victor Emmanuel II Rei d’Italia, from the Grimm Bothers to Richard Wagner, from Aran Coplan to Fredy Grofé, he argues that music and revolutions can have sympathetic affinities.

The Language of Love – French Piano Trios
2025-07-19 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
These three late Romantic Trios are steeped in “Amour.” Beginning with a work entitled “Romance Without Words,” we proceed to the voluptuous works of Lalo (famous for his Symphonie Espagnole) and Ernest Chausson. If you can, bring someone you like to hold hands with.
Appassionato, Romance sans paroles – Félix Fourdrain
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Trio No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 26 – Édouard Lalo
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Trio in G Minor, Op. 3 – Ernest Chausson
Violin, Cello, and Piano
David Perry, Violin • Mara McClain, Cello • Jeannie Yu, Piano
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
The Language of Love program is sponsored by Karin & Scott Myers.
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The Language of Love – French Piano Trios
2025-07-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
These three late Romantic Trios are steeped in “Amour.” Beginning with a work entitled “Romance Without Words,” we proceed to the voluptuous works of Lalo (famous for his Symphonie Espagnole) and Ernest Chausson. If you can, bring someone you like to hold hands with.
Appassionato, Romance sans paroles – Félix Fourdrain
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Trio No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 26 – Édouard Lalo
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Trio in G Minor, Op. 3 – Ernest Chausson
Violin, Cello, and Piano
David Perry, Violin • Mara McClain, Cello • Jeannie Yu, Piano
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
The Language of Love program is sponsored by Karin & Scott Myers.
This performance is sponsored by Sandy Zingler.
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The Language of Love – French Piano Trios
2025-07-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Water Street HWY 42, Ephraim, WI, 54211
These three late Romantic Trios are steeped in “Amour.” Beginning with a work entitled “Romance Without Words,” we proceed to the voluptuous works of Lalo (famous for his Symphonie Espagnole) and Ernest Chausson. If you can, bring someone you like to hold hands with.
Appassionato, Romance sans paroles – Félix Fourdrain
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Trio No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 26 – Édouard Lalo
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Trio in G Minor, Op. 3 – Ernest Chausson
Violin, Cello, and Piano
David Perry, Violin • Mara McClain, Cello • Jeannie Yu, Piano
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall.
The Language of Love program is sponsored by Karin & Scott Myers.
This performance is sponsored by Peggy Lott.
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The Language of Love – French Piano Trios
2025-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church, 11836 WI-42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210

Octet Excitement – David Perry Leads the Strings of Midsummer’s Music and the Griffon String Quartet
2025-07-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
The forces of the superb Griffon String Quartet and the Strings of Midsummer join forces under the guidance and example of violinist David Perry in two stunning Octets. The orchestral aura of these two works is enhanced by the unique presence of the double bass. The program begins with the haunting Chaconne by Penderecki in memory of Pope John Paul II written shortly after his death.
Ciaccona in Memoriam Giovanni Paolo II (2005) – Krzysztof Penderecki
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
Octet in E Major, Op. 23 – Carl Schuberth
Four Violins, Two Violas, Cello, and Bass
Octet in B-flat Major, Op. Posthumous – Max Bruch
Four Violins, Two Violas, Cello, and Bass
David Perry, Roy Meyer, Alex Norris, & Ann Palen, Violins • Allyson Fleck & Oryann Tsaig, Violas • Mara McClain & Jesse Nummelin, Cellos • Kris Saebo, Bass
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin.
This performance is sponsored by Anne Egan in memory of Dick Egan.
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Octet Excitement – David Perry Leads the Strings of Midsummer’s Music and the Griffon String Quartet
2025-07-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Sister Bay Moravian Church, 10924 Old Stage Rd, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
The forces of the superb Griffon String Quartet and the Strings of Midsummer join forces under the guidance and example of violinist David Perry in two stunning Octets. The orchestral aura of these two works is enhanced by the unique presence of the double bass. The program begins with the haunting Chaconne by Penderecki in memory of Pope John Paul II written shortly after his death.
Ciaccona in Memoriam Giovanni Paolo II (2005) – Krzysztof Penderecki
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
Octet in E Major, Op. 23 – Carl Schuberth
Four Violins, Two Violas, Cello, and Bass
Octet in B-flat Major, Op. Posthumous – Max Bruch
Four Violins, Two Violas, Cello, and Bass
David Perry, Roy Meyer, Alex Norris, & Ann Palen, Violins • Allyson Fleck & Oryann Tsaig, Violas • Mara McClain & Jesse Nummelin, Cellos • Kris Saebo, Bass
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin.
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Octet Excitement – David Perry Leads the Strings of Midsummer’s Music and the Griffon String Quartet
2025-08-01 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
The forces of the superb Griffon String Quartet and the Strings of Midsummer join forces under the guidance and example of violinist David Perry in two stunning Octets. The orchestral aura of these two works is enhanced by the unique presence of the double bass. The program begins with the haunting Chaconne by Penderecki in memory of Pope John Paul II written shortly after his death.
Ciaccona in Memoriam Giovanni Paolo II (2005) – Krzysztof Penderecki
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
Octet in E Major, Op. 23 – Carl Schuberth
Four Violins, Two Violas, Cello, and Bass
Octet in B-flat Major, Op. Posthumous – Max Bruch
Four Violins, Two Violas, Cello, and Bass
David Perry, Roy Meyer, Alex Norris, & Ann Palen, Violins • Allyson Fleck & Oryann Tsaig, Violas • Mara McClain & Jesse Nummelin, Cellos • Kris Saebo, Bass
David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Allyson is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy. Mara is sponsored by Bob & Alice Chrismer. Kris is sponsored by James Goodwin.
This performance is sponsored by Cal & Barbara Lawton.
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Octet Excitement – David Perry Leads the Strings of Midsummer’s Music and the Griffon String Quartet
2025-08-02 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234

César Franck Piano Quintet
2025-08-24 16:00 - 18:00 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
Pick the five greatest Piano Quintets in the literature and Franck’s has to be among them. Saint-Saëns was the pianist at the premiere. Here is an opportunity to hear Jeannie Yu in her favorite repertoire. Flutist Heather Zinninger returns to perform Amy Beach’s colorful and evocative Theme and Variations with strings. This program will close our season at our annual Labor Day Gala at Björklunden. A special and celebratory afternoon indeed!
Theme and Variations in A Minor, Op. 80 – Amy Marcy Beach
Flute, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
Quintet in F Minor – César Franck
Piano, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Sally Chisholm, Viola • Cole Randolph, Cello • Jeannie Yu, Piano
Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser and Jerry Randall.
The César Franck Piano Quintet program is sponsored by James Berkenstock and the Women’s Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
This performance is sponsored by Sandy Zingler.
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César Franck Piano Quintet
2025-08-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church, 11836 WI-42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210
Pick the five greatest Piano Quintets in the literature and Franck’s has to be among them. Saint-Saëns was the pianist at the premiere. Here is an opportunity to hear Jeannie Yu in her favorite repertoire. Flutist Heather Zinninger returns to perform Amy Beach’s colorful and evocative Theme and Variations with strings. This program will close our season at our annual Labor Day Gala at Björklunden. A special and celebratory afternoon indeed!
Theme and Variations in A Minor, Op. 80 – Amy Marcy Beach
Flute, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
Quintet in F Minor – César Franck
Piano, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Sally Chisholm, Viola • Cole Randolph, Cello • Jeannie Yu, Piano
Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser and Jerry Randall.
The César Franck Piano Quintet program is sponsored by James Berkenstock and the Women’s Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
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The Majesty of Schubert’s Octet
2025-08-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Björklunden – Vail Hall, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
Schubert’s Octet was inspired by Beethoven’s Septet, which was immensely popular. Schubert adds a second violin to the ensemble. It is his chamber music answer to the Great C-Major Symphony—a masterpiece of immense proportions. Gernot Wolfgang joins us to introduce his “Impressions,” which are suggestive of imaginary paintings, “Carnival of Venice,” “Dream,” and “Country Road.” Wolfgang, a Grammy nominated composer, also uses the same instrumentation as the Beethoven Septet in his energetic, novel, and delightful addition to this illustrious repertoire.
Impressions (2002) – Gernot Wolfgang
Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Octet in F Major, D. 803 – Franz Schubert
Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Alicia Lee, Clarinet • Judith Farmer, Bassoon • Fritz Foss, Horn • David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Sally Chisholm, Viola • Cole Randolph, Cello • Jeremy Attanaseo, Bass
Judith is sponsored by Robert & Carla Myerson. Fritz is sponsored by Michael Elkow. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Cole is sponsored by Arlene Johnson & Chris Weidenbacher.
This performance is sponsored by Arlene Johnson & Chris Weidenbacher.
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The Majesty of Schubert’s Octet
2025-08-29 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
Schubert’s Octet was inspired by Beethoven’s Septet, which was immensely popular. Schubert adds a second violin to the ensemble. It is his chamber music answer to the Great C-Major Symphony—a masterpiece of immense proportions. Gernot Wolfgang joins us to introduce his “Impressions,” which are suggestive of imaginary paintings, “Carnival of Venice,” “Dream,” and “Country Road.” Wolfgang, a Grammy nominated composer, also uses the same instrumentation as the Beethoven Septet in his energetic, novel, and delightful addition to this illustrious repertoire.
Impressions (2002) – Gernot Wolfgang
Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Octet in F Major, D. 803 – Franz Schubert
Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Alicia Lee, Clarinet • Judith Farmer, Bassoon • Fritz Foss, Horn • David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Sally Chisholm, Viola • Cole Randolph, Cello • Jeremy Attanaseo, Bass
Judith is sponsored by Robert & Carla Myerson. Fritz is sponsored by Michael Elkow. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Cole is sponsored by Arlene Johnson & Chris Weidenbacher.
This performance is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.
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Coffee Talk: The Physics of Music - Without the Equations
2025-08-30 13:00 - 14:00 | The Clearing Folk School – Schoolhouse, 12103 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210
Dr. Elmer Lewis: “The Physics of Music—Without the Equations”
Have you ever wondered why lower pitched instruments are larger than higher pitched ones? Why are 10 violins not twice as loud as five? And why do several sound different – not just louder – than one? Why does a horn sound different – not just louder – than a violin? Why does it matter in which key music is written? That is a tough question because there are many interacting reasons.
In this talk, we will attempt to answer these questions and others using simple graphs and pictures. We will examine the nature of sound waves. We will consider how they form on strings and in tubes of musical instruments, before propagating to where they are processed by the human ear. We will explore how a sound wave’s amplitude, wavelength, and harmonics determine an instrument’s volume, pitch, and timbre. If time permits, we will pay homage to some great physicist-musicians: Pythagoras, Galileo, and Einstein.

The Majesty of Schubert’s Octet
2025-08-30 15:00 - 17:00 | The Clearing Folk School – Schoolhouse, 12103 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210
Schubert’s Octet was inspired by Beethoven’s Septet, which was immensely popular. Schubert adds a second violin to the ensemble. It is his chamber music answer to the Great C-Major Symphony—a masterpiece of immense proportions. Gernot Wolfgang joins us to introduce his “Impressions,” which are suggestive of imaginary paintings, “Carnival of Venice,” “Dream,” and “Country Road.” Wolfgang, a Grammy nominated composer, also uses the same instrumentation as the Beethoven Septet in his energetic, novel, and delightful addition to this illustrious repertoire.
Impressions (2002) – Gernot Wolfgang
Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Octet in F Major, D. 803 – Franz Schubert
Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Alicia Lee, Clarinet • Judith Farmer, Bassoon • Fritz Foss, Horn • David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Sally Chisholm, Viola • Cole Randolph, Cello • Jeremy Attanaseo, Bass
Judith is sponsored by Robert & Carla Myerson. Fritz is sponsored by Michael Elkow. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Cole is sponsored by Arlene Johnson & Chris Weidenbacher.
This performance is sponsored by Michael Elkow.
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The Majesty of Schubert’s Octet
2025-08-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
Schubert’s Octet was inspired by Beethoven’s Septet, which was immensely popular. Schubert adds a second violin to the ensemble. It is his chamber music answer to the Great C-Major Symphony—a masterpiece of immense proportions. Gernot Wolfgang joins us to introduce his “Impressions,” which are suggestive of imaginary paintings, “Carnival of Venice,” “Dream,” and “Country Road.” Wolfgang, a Grammy nominated composer, also uses the same instrumentation as the Beethoven Septet in his energetic, novel, and delightful addition to this illustrious repertoire.
Impressions (2002) – Gernot Wolfgang
Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Octet in F Major, D. 803 – Franz Schubert
Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Alicia Lee, Clarinet • Judith Farmer, Bassoon • Fritz Foss, Horn • David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Sally Chisholm, Viola • Cole Randolph, Cello • Jeremy Attanaseo, Bass
Judith is sponsored by Robert & Carla Myerson. Fritz is sponsored by Michael Elkow. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Cole is sponsored by Arlene Johnson & Chris Weidenbacher.
This performance is sponsored by Peter & Beverly Ann Conroy.
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Labor Day Gala! César Franck Piano Quintet
2025-09-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Björklunden – Vail Hall, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of spectacular music, delicious food, and end-of-season celebration at beautiful Björklunden! Our Labor Day Gala is the perfect way to toast another incredible season of Midsummer’s Music—filled with breathtaking performances, great company, and a shared love of music. Enjoy an inspiring concert featuring world-class musicians, engaging entertainment, and the chance to support the music that brings our community together. With special guest emcee Geoffrey Sandler, it’s sure to be a joyful and memorable event. We’d love to celebrate with you! Sponsorship opportunities are available—contact the office at (920) 854-7088 for details.
Pick the five greatest Piano Quintets in the literature and Franck’s has to be among them. Saint-Saëns was the pianist at the premiere. Here is an opportunity to hear Jeannie Yu in her favorite repertoire. Flutist Heather Zinninger returns to perform Amy Beach’s colorful and evocative Theme and Variations with strings.
Theme and Variations in A Minor, Op. 80 – Amy Marcy Beach
Flute, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
Quintet in F Minor – César Franck
Piano, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
Heather Zinninger, Flute • David Perry & Ann Palen, Violins • Sally Chisholm, Viola • Cole Randolph, Cello • Jeannie Yu, Piano
Heather is sponsored by the Jean Berkenstock Family Fund. David is sponsored by the Nancy T. & David A. Borghesi Fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and Mary Hauser & Jerry Randall. Sally is sponsored by the Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund. Jeannie is sponsored by Mary Hauser and Jerry Randall.
The César Franck Piano Quintet program is sponsored by James Berkenstock and the Women’s Fund of the Door County Community Foundation.
Thank you Gala sponsors:
Platinum
Jean Berkenstock Family Fund
Gould Family Fund
Gold
The Stefan and Joan Anderson Charitable Fund
Nancy T. and David A. Borghesi Fund
Fortifi Bank and Sugar Maple Asset Management
Silver
George and Julie Fiedler
Sandy Zingler
Supporting
Michael & Tonya Felhofer Fund of the Door County Community Foundation
Megan & Mark Heintzkill
Frank & Roberta Helsom
Nicolet Bank
Karin & Scott Myers
Jeremy & Cindi Schwab
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Griffon B Double Sharp Outreach • ADRC, Sturgeon Bay
2025-09-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Aging and Disability Resource Center, 916 N 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
The Griffon String Quartet performs for clients at the Aging & Disability Resource Center in Sturgeon Bay.

Programs are funded in part by grants from Little Eddie Big Cup, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, Wisconsin Arts Board, Wisconsin Public Service, Destination Door County, and Doctors in Recital.

Gather with the Griffon • Green Bay
2025-09-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-16 12:00 - 13:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Green Bay, 200 S Ashland Ave., Green Bay, WI, 54303, United States
Take a break from your day and Gather with the Griffon—a refreshing series of midday B Double Sharp miniconcerts that nourish both mind and spirit. Featuring selections from the Griffon String Quartet’s autumn concerts, these intimate performances blend inspiring music with engaging conversation in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Performed by Roy Meyer and Alex Norris (violins), Oryann Tsaig (viola), and Jesse Nummelin (cello), each program invites you to pause, listen, and connect. Admission is free—no tickets required. Generously supported by local arts champions, these concerts are made possible by the Little Eddie Big Cup, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, Wisconsin Arts Board, Wisconsin Public Service, Destination Door County, and Doctors in Recital.

Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet • Tarlton Theatre, Green Bay
2025-09-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Tarlton Theatre, 405-409 West Walnut St., Green Bay, WI, 54303
Join us for a truly special musical event as Door County favorite Eric Lewis reunites with the Griffon String Quartet, an affiliate of Midsummer’s Music, for four unforgettable performances! Be transported by an inspired blend of classical finesse and folk soul, featuring selections from their critically acclaimed album Beneath the Waves—plus brand-new material debuting live! Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to their unique sound, this collaboration promises an evening of extraordinary artistry, heartfelt emotion, and musical storytelling you won’t want to miss.
Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet
Prayer for My Friends*
Road to Chattanooga*
Icelandic Hymn
Salt Creek
A Prayer for Gladys
Walk the Road with Me
Beneath the Waves
Wildflowers
For Rose Mary
Katy Hopkins
Under the Harvest Moon
Western Wind
Ashes, Ashes
Ashokan Farewell
So You Remember Me
Tennessee Barn Burner
*Eric Lewis Solo
Griffon String Quartet
Selections from the Danish String Quartet’s Last Leaf album
Waltzing Matilda, Australian bush ballad
Voodoo Dolls by Jessie Montgomery
Additional selections from Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet will be announced. Songs may vary.
Intermission will be included.
Donations will be accepted – $40 suggested adult; $20 suggested student.
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Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet • Woodwalk Gallery, Egg Harbor—SOLD OUT
2025-09-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County Rd. G, Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
THIS CONCERT IS SOLD OUT
Join us for a truly special musical event as Door County favorite Eric Lewis reunites with the Griffon String Quartet, an affiliate of Midsummer’s Music, for four unforgettable performances! Be transported by an inspired blend of classical finesse and folk soul, featuring selections from their critically acclaimed album Beneath the Waves—plus brand-new material debuting live! Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to their unique sound, this collaboration promises an evening of extraordinary artistry, heartfelt emotion, and musical storytelling you won’t want to miss.
Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet
Prayer for My Friends*
Road to Chattanooga*
Icelandic Hymn
Salt Creek
A Prayer for Gladys
Walk the Road with Me
Beneath the Waves
Wildflowers
For Rose Mary
Katy Hopkins
Under the Harvest Moon
Western Wind
Ashes, Ashes
Ashokan Farewell
So You Remember Me
Tennessee Barn Burner
*Eric Lewis Solo
Griffon String Quartet
Selections from the Danish String Quartet’s Last Leaf album
Waltzing Matilda, Australian bush ballad
Voodoo Dolls by Jessie Montgomery
Additional selections from Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet will be announced. Songs may vary.
Intermission will be included.
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Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet • MUSE, Sturgeon Bay
2025-09-20 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
Join us for a truly special musical event as Door County favorite Eric Lewis reunites with the Griffon String Quartet, an affiliate of Midsummer’s Music, for four unforgettable performances! Be transported by an inspired blend of classical finesse and folk soul, featuring selections from their critically acclaimed album Beneath the Waves—plus brand-new material debuting live! Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to their unique sound, this collaboration promises an evening of extraordinary artistry, heartfelt emotion, and musical storytelling you won’t want to miss.
Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet
Prayer for My Friends*
Road to Chattanooga*
Icelandic Hymn
Salt Creek
A Prayer for Gladys
Walk the Road with Me
Beneath the Waves
Wildflowers
For Rose Mary
Katy Hopkins
Under the Harvest Moon
Western Wind
Ashes, Ashes
Ashokan Farewell
So You Remember Me
Tennessee Barn Burner
*Eric Lewis Solo
Griffon String Quartet
Selections from the Danish String Quartet’s Last Leaf album
Waltzing Matilda, Australian bush ballad
Voodoo Dolls by Jessie Montgomery
Additional selections from Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet will be announced. Songs may vary.
Intermission will be included.
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Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet • Trueblood PAC, Washington Island
2025-09-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Trueblood Performing Arts Center, 870 Main Rd., Washington Island, WI, 54246

Griffon String Quartet • Washington Middle School
2025-09-25 13:15 - 14:00 | Washington Middle School, 314 S Baird St., Green Bay, WI, 54301, United States
Students will experience the magic of live chamber music as the renowned Griffon String Quartet and Pro Arte Quartet cellist Parry Karp visit Washington Middle School in Green Bay for a special event! This inspiring performance is exclusively for the school’s string students, offering them a unique opportunity to hear world-class musicians up close. After the concert, students will meet the quartet members, ask questions, and gain insights into the life of professional performers—an unforgettable encounter designed to ignite musical passion and curiosity.

Autumn Music Fest • MUSE, Sturgeon Bay
2025-10-04 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
Fanny Mendelssohn: The Year in Music
Experience an unforgettable evening of passion, elegance, and musical brilliance as acclaimed pianist Kate Boyd joins forces with the renowned Griffon String Quartet. Kate brings to life Das Jahr, H. 385—Fanny Mendelssohn’s evocative and rarely performed masterpiece that captures the emotional essence of the changing seasons. The program also features Mozart’s beloved Piano Quartet No. 2, a work of sparkling beauty and profound expression. This powerful collaboration promises to uplift and inspire, celebrating the timeless artistry of two extraordinary composers brought vividly to life by exceptional performers.
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Autumn Music Fest • Kress Pavilion, Egg Harbor
2025-10-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

Gather with the Griffon • Sturgeon Bay
2025-10-09 12:00 - 13:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235

Autumn Music Fest - Pro Arte Quartet • MUSE, Sturgeon Bay
2025-10-11 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
Haydn and Beethoven: Foundations and Revolutions
Enjoy musical brilliance as Wisconsin’s own critically acclaimed Pro Arte Quartet takes the stage in a stirring celebration of masterful string quartet repertoire. This inspiring concert brings together the elegance of Haydn’s String Quartet in C Major, Op. 50, No. 2, the poignant beauty of George Walker’s Lyric for Strings, and the bold innovation of Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 7, Op. 59, No. 1. Join us for a powerful journey through time and emotion, performed by one of the nation’s most esteemed ensembles.
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Autumn Music Fest - Pro Arte Quartet • Woodwalk Gallery, Egg Harbor
2025-10-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County Rd. G, Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

Griffon String Quartet Community Concert • Green Bay
2025-10-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Art Garage, 1429 Main St, Green Bay, WI, 54302
Experience the artistry and passion of the Griffon String Quartet in a special community concert in Green Bay! Showcasing highlights from their captivating autumn repertoire, this performance offers an intimate evening of powerful music, brought to life by one of the region’s premier chamber ensembles. Don’t miss this inspiring celebration of classical music, connection, and creativity—right in the heart of your community.
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Community programming is sponsored in part by the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, the Wisconsin Arts Board, Wisconsin Public Service, Destination Door County, and Doctors in Recital.

Autumn Music Fest - Griffon String Quartet • MUSE, Sturgeon Bay
2025-10-18 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
Past, Present, Passion: A Musical Journey

Prepare to be inspired by the dynamic artistry of the Griffon String Quartet as they present a compelling program that bridges tradition and innovation. From the refined elegance of Haydn’s String Quartet, Op. 76, No. 5 to the vibrant, rhythmic energy of Jessie Montgomery’s Voodoo Dolls, and the passionate intensity of Brahms’ String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51, this concert promises an unforgettable journey through the power and versatility of the string quartet. Let the Griffon String Quartet ignite your imagination and stir your soul with a performance that celebrates the depth and diversity of chamber music.

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Autumn Music Fest - Griffon String Quartet • Woodwalk Gallery, Egg Harbor
2025-10-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County Rd. G, Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

Griffon String Quartet Outreach—YMCA • Sturgeon Bay
2025-10-21 08:00 - 12:00 | YMCA Sturgeon Bay, 1900 Michigan St,, Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54234
Join the Griffon String Quartet at the YMCA’s Community Healthy Living Fair in Sturgeon Bay for an uplifting fusion of music and wellness! As part of this vibrant community event, the Quartet brings the joy and inspiration of live classical music to a day dedicated to healthy living, connection, and vitality. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the healing power of music while exploring resources that support a balanced, healthy lifestyle for the whole family.
Visit https://www.doorcountyymca.org/ for more information.

Griffon String Quartet • Einstein Series, Green Bay
2025-10-24 14:00 - 15:00 | East High School, 1415 E Walnut St., Green Bay, WI, 54301, United States
The Griffon String Quartet brings its acclaimed Einstein Series to the Fine Arts Institute in Green Bay, offering students an unforgettable opportunity to experience world-class chamber music up close. This celebrated program, designed to inspire and educate, will be elevated by the presence of distinguished guest cellist Parry Karp, whose artistry and expertise add a remarkable dimension to the performance. Together, the quartet and Karp create an enriching musical experience that blends excellence, accessibility, and inspiration for the next generation of musicians and music lovers alike.

Green Bay Chamber Music Society
2025-10-25 18:00 - 22:00
The Griffon String Quartet presents an exclusive private concert for members of the Green Bay Chamber Music Society, generously hosted by Mary and Sam Frantz, and featuring guests Parry Karp, Cello, and Eli Kalman, Piano. This intimate evening promises a rich musical experience, highlighting the Quartet’s exceptional artistry in a warm, welcoming setting. To learn more about the Green Bay Chamber Music Society and how to become part of these special events, visit this webpage.

Sonata for Cello and Piano in B-flat Major, Op. 71
Dmitri Kabalevsky

String Quintet No. 1 – Andante Cantabile
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Piano Quintet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 1
Ernst von Dohnányi

Griffon String Quartet Einstein Program • Sturgeon Bay
2025-11-10 | Sawyer Elementary, 60 Willow Dr., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54234
The Griffon String Quartet brings the magic of music to a special Einstein Program for students at Sawyer Elementary School. Through an engaging and interactive performance, the Quartet introduces young learners to the fascinating connections between creativity, curiosity, and discovery—values shared by great musicians. The event inspired students to explore how music can spark imagination, build focus, and encourage innovative thinking, leaving them with a deeper appreciation for the power of the arts in education.
Program time(s) to be determined.

Griffon String Quartet Einstein Program • Green Bay
2025-11-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Bay Port High School
The Griffon String Quartet collaborates with orchestra students at Bay Port High School in Green Bay, offering an inspiring blend of sectionals, performances, and personalized lessons. Through hands-on coaching and shared music-making, the Quartet guides students in refining their technique, deepening their musical expression, and discovering the joy of ensemble playing. The experience not only strengthens the orchestra’s sound but also fosters a sense of artistic confidence and community, leaving a lasting impact on the young musicians.
Time TBD.

Gather with the Griffon • Sturgeon Bay
2025-11-13 12:00 - 13:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
Take a break from your day and Gather with the Griffon—a refreshing series of midday B Double Sharp miniconcerts that nourish both mind and spirit. Featuring selections from the Griffon String Quartet’s autumn concerts, these intimate performances blend inspiring music with engaging conversation in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Performed by Roy Meyer and Alex Norris (violins), Oryann Tsaig (viola), and Jesse Nummelin (cello), each program invites you to pause, listen, and connect. Admission is free—no tickets required.
Presented as part of the Music for Food initiative, this event transforms the power of performance into tangible help for those in need—supporting local food pantries and families facing food insecurity. We invite you to bring a nonperishable food item or make a donation to the Bay View Lutheran food pantry, helping fight hunger right here in our community.
Generously supported by local arts champions, these concerts are made possible by the Wisconsin Arts Board, National Endowment for the Arts, Little Eddie Big Cup, Kopseker Trust of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, and United Way of Door County.

Griffon String Quartet • Einstein Program, Sturgeon Bay
2025-11-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Door County Library, Sturgeon Bay, 107 S 4th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
The Griffon String Quartet invites families to a unique and heartwarming program that brings music and storytelling together in a truly memorable way. Pairing their performance with Patrick Hulse’s beloved children’s book At Our Table, the Quartet creates an engaging experience where words and melodies intertwine, sparking imagination and connection for audiences of all ages. This family-centered event offers not only beautiful music but also a celebration of togetherness, making it a perfect opportunity to share the joy of art and story with the next generation.

Griffon String Quartet • Einstein Program, Stevens Point
2025-11-15 19:00 - 20:00 | American Suzuki Institute, 1800 Portage St., Stevens Point, WI, 54481
The Griffon String Quartet takes the stage at the American Suzuki Institute at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point, sharing their artistry with one of the nation’s premier gatherings of young musicians and educators. Known for their dynamic performances and deep commitment to music education, the Quartet inspires students and teachers alike through their passion, precision, and expressive playing. Their appearance at the Institute highlights the power of live performance to connect, uplift, and ignite a lifelong love of music in the next generation.

SPARK! • Björklunden, Baileys Harbor
2025-11-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Björklunden – Lakeside Room, 7590 Boynton Ln., Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
SPARK! is a vibrant cultural program created especially for people with early to mid-stage memory loss and their care partners, offering meaningful opportunities to connect, create, and engage. Designed to stimulate minds and foster a sense of community, SPARK! programs take place in welcoming, inclusive settings where participants can enjoy art, music, history, and more—together. Always free of cost, SPARK! encourages joyful experiences that enrich lives and build lasting memories.
Space is limited. Please register at least two days before the program by emailing switczak@co.door.wi.us or call Sierra Witczak at (920) 746-7154.
10-10:30 – Welcome and snacks
10:30-11 – Activity, explanation of the program
11-11:30 – Griffon performance featuring holiday selections and one standard repertoire piece
11:30-12 – Q and A with a wrap-up carol, if extra time

Gather with the Griffon • Green Bay
2025-11-20 12:00 - 13:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Green Bay, 200 S Ashland Ave., Green Bay, WI, 54303, United States
Take a break from your day and Gather with the Griffon—a refreshing series of midday B Double Sharp miniconcerts that nourish both mind and spirit. Featuring selections from the Griffon String Quartet’s autumn concerts, these intimate performances blend inspiring music with engaging conversation in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Performed by Roy Meyer and Alex Norris (violins), Oryann Tsaig (viola), and Jesse Nummelin (cello), each program invites you to pause, listen, and connect. Admission is free—no tickets required.
Presented as part of the Music for Food initiative, this event transforms the power of performance into tangible help for those in need—supporting local food pantries and families facing food insecurity. We invite you to bring a nonperishable food item or make a donation to the First Presbyterian food pantry, helping fight hunger right here in our community.
Generously supported by local arts champions, these concerts are made possible by the Wisconsin Arts Board, National Endowment for the Arts, Kopseker Trust of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, and Doctors in Recital.

88 Key Society Event • Sister Bay
2025-11-21 15:00 - 17:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
Midsummer’s Music’s 88 Key Society will host a special autumn gathering celebrating music, friendship, and community, featuring a captivating performance by the Griffon String Quartet. Guests will enjoy an intimate afternoon of exceptional artistry as the Quartet shares its passion and talent through a rich and engaging program. This gathering not only highlights the beauty of chamber music but also honors the generosity and spirit of the 88 Key Society members whose support makes Midsummer’s Music possible.

Griffon String Quartet "Pint-Sized Concert" • Sister Bay
2025-11-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Peach Barn Brewery, 2450 S Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay, WI, 54234
On the evening of November 21, the Griffon String Quartet, in collaboration with Wisconsin Public Radio, will bring classical music to an unexpected and welcoming setting with a “Pint Sized Concert” at the Peach Barn Brewery in Sister Bay. Blending world-class musicianship with the relaxed charm of a local brewery, this intimate performance invites patrons to enjoy great music, good company, and a refreshing pint in a cozy, laid-back atmosphere. The event promises an evening where artistry meets community—proving that beautiful music can thrive anywhere people gather to share in the joy of live performance.
Wisconsin Public Radio requests that you register for the concert here.

Green Bay Chamber Music Society
2025-11-22 18:00 - 21:00
You are cordially invited to an exclusive private concert presented by the Griffon String Quartet, graciously hosted by John and Rändi Fay for members of the Green Bay Chamber Music Society.
Join us for an intimate evening of exceptional artistry and warm camaraderie as the Quartet performs a captivating program featuring works by Alexander Borodin and Johannes Brahms. Experience the beauty, nuance, and vitality of live chamber music in a setting as inviting as the music itself.
To learn more about the Green Bay Chamber Music Society and how to become part of these special events, visit this webpage.

Griffon String Quartet Pop-up Caroling • Door County
2025-12-02 10:30 - 15:30
The Griffon String Quartet is bringing holiday cheer to our community today with a series of pop-up caroling performances. Be on the lookout for their spontaneous concerts as they share the joy of the season throughout the day.
Door County Land Trust
DCMC
YMCA
Cherry Cove Assisted Living & Memory Care
Sunshine Resources
Get Real Café
Maritime Museum
Sturgeon Bay Library
Door County Community Foundation
Nicolet Bank East Side Branch
Nicolet Bank West Side Branch

Griffon String Quartet Pop-up Caroling • Door County
2025-12-03 10:00 - 18:00
The Griffon String Quartet is bringing holiday cheer to our community today with a series of pop-up caroling performances. Be on the lookout for their spontaneous concerts as they share the joy of the season throughout the day.
Door County Coffee
Kress/Library
Main Street Market
White Gull Inn
Northern Door YMCA
Baileys Harbor Library
Door County Pulse
Dentistry by Design
Nicolet Bank
Sip
Sister Bay Library
Northern Door Children Center (NDCC)
Piggly Wiggly
DCMC Sister Bay Clinic
Tannenbaum Holiday Shop
Dorr Hotel
Wild Tomato

Griffon String Quartet • Lessons and Carols, Sister Bay
2025-12-07 16:00 - 17:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
Join us for a stirring afternoon of music and reflection as the Griffon String Quartet performs during St. Luke’s Episcopal Church’s cherished Lessons and Carols program in Sister Bay. Blending the beauty of scripture with the quartet’s masterful performance, this special event promises a moving celebration of the season. Let the warmth of timeless carols and exquisite string music uplift your spirit and create a memorable start to the holidays in the heart of Door County.

Griffon String Quartet Pop-up Caroling • Green Bay
2025-12-10 11:30 - 14:30
The Griffon String Quartet is bringing holiday cheer to our community today with a series of pop-up caroling performances. Be on the lookout for their spontaneous concerts as they share the joy of the season throughout the day.
Central Library
Nicolet Bank
Kavarna Coffee
Heid Music
Fortifi Bank

Griffon B Double Sharp Outreach • ADRC, Green Bay
2025-12-10 15:00 - 16:30 | Aging and Disability Resource Center Green Bay, 300 S. Adams St., Green Bay, WI, 54301
The Griffon String Quartet brings the joy of live music to clients at the Aging & Disability Resource Center in Green Bay, offering a moving and uplifting performance designed to connect, comfort, and inspire. With a deep belief in the power of music to enrich lives, the Quartet creates meaningful moments of beauty and community for audiences who might otherwise have limited access to the arts.
These programs are made possible in part through the generous support of Little Eddie Big Cup, the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, the Wisconsin Arts Board, Wisconsin Public Service, Destination Door County, and Doctors in Recital, whose commitment helps ensure that music continues to reach and uplift people of all ages and abilities.

Rotary Luncheon with the Griffon String Quartet • Sturgeon Bay
2025-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club, 600 Nautical Dr., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54234
Celebrate the season in style as the Griffon String Quartet brings festive cheer to the Sturgeon Bay Rotary’s holiday luncheon with a captivating performance of carols and classical favorites. This special musical program will add warmth and elegance to the gathering, offering Rotary members a joyful blend of tradition and artistry. Let the spirit of the holidays come alive through the rich harmonies and virtuosity of this acclaimed ensemble.

Griffon String Quartet • Holiday Concert
2025-12-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
The Griffon String Quartet invites you to celebrate the season with its beloved annual holiday concerts, where timeless classical repertoire is beautifully paired with festive favorites. Experience the warmth and joy of live music in a program that captures the spirit of the holidays, then continue the celebration by joining the musicians for light refreshments at a welcoming post-concert reception.

Program
Holiday Selections
String Quartet No. 2 in D Major • Alexander Borodin
String Quartet No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 44, No. 2 • Felix Mendelssohn
Holiday Selections

Phil and Laurey Clampitt: Season Sponsors

Special Thanks to Support from:
Doctors in Recital
Door County Library
Door County Medical Center
Innovative Printing
The Mail Haus
National Endowment for the Arts
Nicolet Bank
United Way of Door County
Wisconsin Arts Board
Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Public Service Corporation
YMCA of Door County

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Griffon String Quartet • Holiday Concert
2025-12-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Art Garage, 1429 Main St, Green Bay, WI, 54302

Griffon String Quartet • Holiday Concert
2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

Gather with the Griffon • Green Bay
2025-12-18 12:00 - 13:00
Take a break from your day and Gather with the Griffon—a refreshing series of midday B Double Sharp miniconcerts that nourish both mind and spirit. Featuring selections from the Griffon String Quartet’s December concerts, these intimate performances blend inspiring music with engaging conversation in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Performed by Roy Meyer and Alex Norris (violins), Oryann Tsaig (viola), and Jesse Nummelin (cello), each program invites you to pause, listen, and connect. Admission is free—no tickets required. Generously supported by local arts champions, these concerts are made possible by the Little Eddie Big Cup, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, Wisconsin Arts Board, Wisconsin Public Service, Destination Door County, and Doctors in Recital.

Griffon String Quartet • Door Community Auditorium
2025-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Gibraltar School, 3924 WI-42, Fish Creek, Wisconsin, 54212
The Griffon String Quartet joins forces with the talented choir at Gibraltar School in Fish Creek, creating a powerful collaboration that unites voices and strings in harmony. This special performance highlights the magic of live music made in community, offering students the chance to share the stage with professional musicians while inspiring audiences with the beauty and energy of young artistry. By blending the Quartet’s renowned musicianship with the choir’s vibrant voices, the program celebrates creativity, learning, and the joy of making music together.

Gather with the Griffon • Door County
2026-01-08 12:00 - 13:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
Take a break from your day and Gather with the Griffon—a refreshing series of midday B Double Sharp miniconcerts that nourish both mind and spirit. Featuring selections from the Griffon String Quartet’s current concerts, these intimate performances blend inspiring music with engaging conversation in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Performed by Roy Meyer and Alex Norris (violins), Oryann Tsaig (viola), and Jesse Nummelin (cello), each program invites you to pause, listen, and connect.
Admission is free—no tickets required.
Generously supported by local arts champions, these concerts are made possible by the Wisconsin Arts Board, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Little Eddie Big Cup of the Door County Community Foundation, Kopseker Trust of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, the United Way of Door County, and the MMG Foundation.

Gather with the Griffon • Green Bay
2026-01-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-16 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-21 12:00 - 13:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Green Bay, 200 S Ashland Ave., Green Bay, WI, 54303, United States
Take a break from your day and Gather with the Griffon—a refreshing series of midday B Double Sharp miniconcerts that nourish both mind and spirit. Featuring selections from the Griffon String Quartet’s current concerts, these intimate performances blend inspiring music with engaging conversation in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Performed by Roy Meyer and Alex Norris (violins), Oryann Tsaig (viola), and Jesse Nummelin (cello), each program invites you to pause, listen, and connect.
Admission is free—no tickets required.
Generously supported by local arts champions, these concerts are made possible by the Wisconsin Arts Board, the National Endowment for the Arts, Kopseker Trust of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, and Doctors in Recital.

Griffon String Quartet Student Retreat • Sturgeon Bay
2026-01-16 16:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-17 11:30 - 18:00 | Prince of Peace Church, 1756 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
Griffon String Quartet Student Retreat – 2026
Friday, January 16 4:30-8:00 pm & Saturday January 17 11:30 AM-6:00 pm
This two-day retreat designed especially for school-age string players offers a fantastic opportunity to refine skills, connect with fellow musicians, and share in the joy of making music together. Get ready for an exciting weekend filled with learning, creativity, and fun!
Throughout the retreat, participants will:

Rehearse and perform in small chamber groups
Strengthen their playing through guided coachings and interactive workshops
Learn from the professional musicians of the Griffon String Quartet
Enjoy team-building games and musical activities
Celebrate together with a pizza party and ice cream social
Share their accomplishments in a final recital for family and friends

Make music, friends, and memories!

Cost
$40 per student (includes all instruction, pizza party, snacks, ice cream social, activities, and a commemorative T-shirt)

Location
Prince of Peace Church
1756 Michigan Street
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Register
Please register by January 10, 2026.

Griffon String Quartet Student Retreat Recital • Sturgeon Bay
2026-01-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Prince of Peace Church, 1756 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
A Griffon String Quartet string retreat student recital.
The recital is open to the public.

Musical Museum: Early to Moderate Stages of Dementia • Ellison Bay
2026-01-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church, 11836 WI-42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210
Musical Museum
Midsummer’s Music will host Clara Takarabe, violist and clinical music researcher with the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University, for a series of clinical music performances and talks in Door County. The Musical Museum is a dementia-informed life-enrichment program featuring musical performances by Takarabe and the Griffon String Quartet intertwined with commentary and discussion around sound, music and poetry. The program takes care to acknowledge intellectual and social needs of this stage of life.
Clara’s groundbreaking research at Northwestern University is offering scientific proof of what many have long believed—the profound healing power of music and art.
This event is free and open to the public.
Reserve Free Tickets
The Musical Museum in sponsored by the Helen Daniels Bader Alzheimer’s & Healthy Aging Speakers Series.

Musical Museum: Early to Moderate Stages of Dementia • De Pere
2026-01-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Dudley Birder Theatre, 123 S. Broadway, De Pere, 54115, United States
Musical Museum
Midsummer’s Music will host Clara Takarabe, violist and clinical music researcher with the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University, for a series of clinical music performances and talks. The Musical Museum is a dementia-informed life-enrichment program featuring musical performances by Takarabe and the Griffon String Quartet intertwined with commentary and discussion around sound, music and poetry. The program takes care to acknowledge intellectual and social needs of this stage of life.
Clara’s groundbreaking research at Northwestern University is offering scientific proof of what many have long believed—the profound healing power of music and art.
This event is free and open to the public.
Reserve Free Tickets
The Musical Museum in sponsored by the Helen Daniels Bader Alzheimer’s & Healthy Aging Speakers Series.

Musical Museum: Early to Moderate Stages of Dementia • Sturgeon Bay
2026-01-23 13:00 - 15:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235

Griffon String Quartet Guest Performance • Sturgeon Bay
2026-02-01 18:30 - 19:00 | Prince of Peace Church, 1756 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
Experience an evening where voices and strings meet. The Griffon String Quartet will be featured on the choir program at Prince of Peace Church, bringing their rich, expressive sound to create moments of rare beauty. From soaring melodies to intimate textures, this collaboration promises a powerful musical journey that inspires, uplifts, and lingers long after the final note. Join us for a night of artistry, reverence, and unforgettable music.

Gather with the Griffon • Fish Creek
2026-02-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Stella Maris Catholic Church Fish Creek, 4012 WI-42, Fish Creek, WI, 54212
Take a break from your day and Gather with the Griffon—a refreshing series of midday B Double Sharp miniconcerts that nourish both mind and spirit. Featuring selections from the Griffon String Quartet’s current concerts, these intimate performances blend inspiring music with engaging conversation in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Performed by Roy Meyer and Alex Norris (violins), Oryann Tsaig (viola), and Jesse Nummelin (cello), each program invites you to pause, listen, and connect.
Admission is free—no tickets required.
Location TBA
Generously supported by local arts champions, these concerts are made possible by the Wisconsin Arts Board, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Little Eddie Big Cup of the Door County Community Foundation, Kopseker Trust of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, the United Way of Door County, and the MMG Foundation.

Gather with the Griffon • Green Bay
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-19 12:00 - 13:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Green Bay, 200 S Ashland Ave., Green Bay, WI, 54303, United States
Take a break from your day and Gather with the Griffon—a refreshing series of midday B Double Sharp miniconcerts that nourish both mind and spirit. Featuring selections from the Griffon String Quartet’s current concerts, these intimate performances blend inspiring music with engaging conversation in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Performed by Roy Meyer and Alex Norris (violins), Oryann Tsaig (viola), and Jesse Nummelin (cello), each program invites you to pause, listen, and connect.
Admission is free—no tickets required.
Generously supported by local arts champions, these concerts are made possible by the Little Eddie Big Cup, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, Wisconsin Arts Board, Wisconsin Public Service, Destination Door County, and Doctors in Recital.

Griffon String Quartet • McCormick Home Assisted Living
2026-02-19 14:00 - 15:00 | McCormick Assisted Living, 212 Iroquois Ave., Green Bay, WI, 54301
B Double Sharp program
The Griffon String Quartet performs for residents at McCormick Home Assisted Living in Green Bay.
Programs are funded in part by grants from the Wisconsin Arts Board, the National Endowment for the Arts, Kopseker Trust of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, and Doctors in Recital.

Green Bay Chamber Music Society
2026-02-21 18:00 - 21:00
The Griffon String Quartet presents an exclusive private concert for members of the Green Bay Chamber Music Society, generously hosted by Kathy and Lee Bialkowski. This intimate evening promises a rich musical experience, highlighting the Quartet’s exceptional artistry in a warm, welcoming setting. To learn more about the Green Bay Chamber Music Society and how to become part of these special events, visit this webpage.
The Seasons: February – Carnival by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Selections from “Ten Minatures for String Quartet” and Ronde d’amour, Ah! Si l’amour prenait les racines by Cécile Chaminade
String Quartet No. 14 in A-flat Major, Op. 106 by Antonín Dvořák
Schedule:
6:00 pm Cocktails
7:00 pm Concert
Post-concert Reception
In case of bad weather, the event will be at 6:00 pm on Sunday, February 22.

Griffon String Quartet Youth Outreach • Sturgeon Bay
2026-02-26 08:00 - 10:30 | Sunrise Elementary School, 1414 Rhode Island St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
Get ready for an exciting musical adventure! The Griffon String Quartet is coming to the Arts and Music Showcase at Sunrise Elementary School in Sturgeon Bay, bringing classical music to life for young learners. Through engaging performances and interactive demonstrations, students will discover how classical music works—and why it still matters today.
The highlight for many will be the Instrument Petting Zoo, where students can touch, hold, and explore violins, violas, and cellos, getting hands-on experience with the very instruments they hear on stage. This fun, educational event is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of music.

Griffon String Quartet • Spring Community Concert, Sturgeon Bay
2026-03-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
The Griffon String Quartet’s Spring Community Concert celebrates the season with a vibrant and expressive program spanning French charm, Russian intensity, and Bohemian lyricism. The evening opens with elegant and melodic miniatures by Cécile Chaminade, followed by Sergei Prokofiev’s bold and dynamic Quartet No. 2 in F Major, a work rich with rhythmic energy and heartfelt expression. After intermission, the quartet performs Antonín Dvořák’s radiant Quartet No. 14 in A-flat Major, one of his final chamber masterpieces, filled with soaring melodies and joyful spirit.
Join us for an inspiring afternoon or evening of live chamber music performed by Roy Meyer and Alex Norris (violins), Oryann Tsaig (viola), and Jesse Nummelin (cello).
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Generously supported by local arts champions, these concerts are made possible by the Wisconsin Arts Board, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the United Way of Door County.

Griffon String Quartet • Spring Community Concert, Green Bay
2026-03-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Green Bay Area Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1313 Main St., Green Bay, WI, 54302
The Griffon String Quartet’s Spring Community Concert celebrates the season with a vibrant and expressive program spanning French charm, Russian intensity, and Bohemian lyricism. The evening opens with elegant and melodic miniatures by Cécile Chaminade, followed by Sergei Prokofiev’s bold and dynamic Quartet No. 2 in F Major, a work rich with rhythmic energy and heartfelt expression. After intermission, the quartet performs Antonín Dvořák’s radiant Quartet No. 14 in A-flat Major, one of his final chamber masterpieces, filled with soaring melodies and joyful spirit.
Join us for an inspiring afternoon or evening of live chamber music performed by Roy Meyer and Alex Norris (violins), Oryann Tsaig (viola), and Jesse Nummelin (cello).
Reserve Free Tickets

Generously supported by local arts champions, these concerts are made possible by the Wisconsin Arts Board, the National Endowment for the Arts, and Doctors in Recital.

Griffon String Quartet • Spring Community Concert, Egg Harbor
2026-03-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

Strings and Stories • Sturgeon Bay
2026-03-21 15:00 - 16:00 | Door County Library, Sturgeon Bay, 107 S 4th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
Music Comes to Life—One Story at a Time!
Bring the whole family for a magical musical adventure with the Griffon String Quartet! This special, family-centered program weaves live chamber music together with beloved storybooks, transforming the page into sound and imagination. As the story unfolds, the quartet’s music brings characters, moods, and moments vividly to life—inviting kids to listen, laugh, and wonder, while grown-ups rediscover the joy of storytelling through music.
Perfect for curious young listeners and the adults who love them, this interactive, engaging concert is designed to spark creativity, encourage listening, and make classical music feel fun, friendly, and unforgettable.
A story you can hear. Music you can feel. An experience your family will share.
This is not a ticketed event.

Gather with the Griffon • Sturgeon Bay
2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235

Strings and Stories • Juddville
2026-03-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd., Fish Creek, WI, 54212

Strings and Stories • Green Bay
2026-03-27 16:30 - 17:30 | The Children’s Museum of Green Bay, 1230 Bay Beach Road, Green Bay, WI, 54302

Washington Island Community Health Program • Washington Island
2026-04-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 1763 Town Line Rd., Washington Island, WI, 54246
Music in Service of Community Well-Being
The Griffon String Quartet is honored to perform in support of the Washington Island Community Health Program, an organization dedicated to strengthening medical care for both residents and visitors. Acting in an advisory role to the Town Board, the program works tirelessly to improve access to healthcare services, promote senior wellness, coordinate vital medical transportation – including the community van – and thoughtfully assess the evolving healthcare needs of the island.
This special performance is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of community care, connection, and compassion. Through the power of live music, the Griffon String Quartet joins the Washington Island Community Health Program in uplifting the spirit of the island and spotlighting the essential work that keeps the community healthy, supported, and thriving.

Griffon String Quartet Youth Outreach • Green Bay
2026-04-08 09:30 - 10:00 | Private
Bring music history to life with a visit from the Griffon String Quartet! This special experience will immerse a Green Bay homeschool co-op in the sounds, stories, and ideas behind some of the most powerful works in classical music. As students explore Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, Brahms’ Symphony No. 3, and Dvořák’s Serenade for Strings, the quartet will connect these masterpieces directly to the themes of the Classical and Romantic periods—from balance and form to passion, drama, and national identity.
Through live performance, guided listening, and interactive discussion, students will hear how composers used melody, harmony, and rhythm to express revolutionary ideas and deep emotion. This engaging, curriculum-rich visit transforms textbook learning into a vivid, unforgettable experience—helping students not just study the music, but truly understand it.

Gather with the Griffon • Fish Creek
2026-04-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Stella Maris Catholic Church Fish Creek, 4012 WI-42, Fish Creek, WI, 54212

Griffon String Quartet • Private event
2026-04-17 10:30 - 11:30
Brookview Meadows performance

Griffon String Quartet: Brain Center and Mind Movers • Green Bay
2026-04-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Curative Connections, 2900 Curry Lane, Green Bay, WI, 54308, United States
Music has a remarkable power to awaken memory, spark connection, and bring joy—and the Griffon String Quartet is honored to share that gift with the Brain Center and Mind Movers’ Memory Café in Green Bay. This special performance will offer warm, familiar melodies and expressive string music designed to comfort, engage, and inspire participants and their caregivers.
Through the rich sounds of live strings, this concert creates a welcoming space for reflection, conversation, and shared moments of beauty. Join us for an uplifting musical experience that celebrates community, nurtures the mind, and reminds us all of the enduring power of music to connect hearts and memories.

Strings and Stories • Baird Elementary
2026-04-22 13:45 - 14:45
Music Comes to Life—One Story at a Time!
Students at Baird will experience a magical musical adventure with the Griffon String Quartet! This special program weaves live chamber music together with beloved storybooks, transforming the page into sound and imagination. As the story unfolds, the quartet’s music brings characters, moods, and moments vividly to life—inviting kids to listen, laugh, and wonder. Perfect for curious young listeners, this interactive, engaging concert is designed to spark creativity, encourage listening, and make classical music feel fun, friendly, and unforgettable.

YMCA Healthy Kids Day
2026-04-25 10:00 - 13:00 | YMCA Sturgeon Bay, 1900 Michigan St,, Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54234
Families across Door County are invited to celebrate healthy living and active lifestyles during YMCA Healthy Kids Day 2026, a free, nationwide, annual event set for Saturday, April 25th. Join the Griffon String Quartet and their students for an interactive petting zoo.

Griffon String Quartet Private Concert • Pewaukee
2026-04-25 15:00 - 18:00
An afternoon of exceptional chamber music awaits at an intimate private concert featuring the Griffon String Quartet, graciously hosted by a devoted fan. Known for their expressive artistry and refined ensemble sound, the quartet brings classical music to life in a setting where every nuance can be felt and every moment shared.
FeaturingRoy Meyer & Alex Norris, violinsOryann Tsaig, violaJesse Nummelin, cello
This exclusive performance offers a rare opportunity to experience world-class musicianship up close—where passion, precision, and personal connection converge. In the warmth of a private setting, the Griffon String Quartet invites guests into the heart of the music for an unforgettable evening of elegance and inspiration.

Griffon String Quartet • Private event
2026-05-09 13:00 - 14:00
Private Event

Griffon String Quartet Student Recital • Sturgeon Bay
2026-05-10 14:00 - 16:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235

Volunteer / Pre-Season Announcement Party
2026-05-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Country View Farm, 3200 County Road EE, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
Volunteer / Pre-Season Announcement Party TBA

Gather with the Griffon • Sturgeon Bay
2026-05-14 12:00 - 13:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235

Community Outreach • Sister Bay
2026-05-14 17:15 - 18:00 | Stella Maris Catholic Church Sister Bay, 2410 S Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
The Griffon String Quartet is delighted to share music at Stella Maris Parish’s Fish and Loaves community dinner, an evening rooted in hospitality, generosity, and togetherness. As neighbors gather to enjoy a free, home-cooked meal, the quartet’s music will add warmth and beauty to a space filled with fellowship and welcome.
This is an open invitation to all—come as you are, bring a friend, share a table, and enjoy an evening where good food, good company, and live music nourish both body and spirit.
All are welcome.

88 Key Society Concert • Sister Bay
2026-05-15 15:00 - 17:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
The Griffon String Quartet will perform at the May gathering of the 88 Key Society at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Sister Bay, presenting an afternoon of chamber music in the church’s warm and resonant setting. The program will feature music performed by the Griffon String Quartet alongside pianist Rie Tanaka and cellist Jesse Nummelin, bringing together a rich collaboration of artists for a nuanced and expressive musical experience.
This performance highlights the depth, artistry, and collaborative spirit that define the 88 Key Society’s commitment to exceptional live music.
The event is open to 88 Key Society members.

Green Bay Chamber Music Society
2026-05-16 18:00 - 21:00
The Griffon String Quartet presents an exclusive private concert for members of the Green Bay Chamber Music Society, generously hosted by Kevin & Lynn Heslin. This intimate evening promises a rich musical experience, highlighting the Quartet’s exceptional artistry in a warm, welcoming setting. To learn more about the Green Bay Chamber Music Society and how to become part of these special events, visit this webpage.
Repertoire details to come.
Schedule:
6:00 pm Cocktails
7:00 pm Concert
Post-concert Reception

Notes & Vintages: Music for Cello & Piano Paired with Wine
2026-05-17 15:00 - 17:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
Experience an afternoon of sensory delight at Notes & Vintages: Music for Cello & Piano Paired with Wine. Cellist Jesse Nummelin and pianist Rie Tanaka bring this program to life with music by Scarlatti, Bonis, Chaminade, and Mendelssohn, each thoughtfully paired with three standout wines selected by Rian Hill of Left Bank Wine & Spirits. You’ll enjoy a progression from sparkling to white to red, with each pour reflecting the mood and character of the music. Paired with delicious bites from Mojo Restaurant Group, this is a welcoming, intimate experience designed to be savored. Perfect for music lovers, wine enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a unique way to spend a spring afternoon!
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Griffon String Quartet • Live from WPR
2026-05-19 10:00 - 13:00
Midday Classics with Norman Gilliland. Host Norman Gilliland provides listeners with a wide variety of classical music, presents a story from Grace Notes, and holds the popular Midday Quiz. Musicians traveling through Wisconsin often stop by the studio for live performances, discussions about their most recent works, and upcoming shows.

Griffon String Quartet Season Finale Concert • Sturgeon Bay
2026-05-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
Join us for a magnificent finale concert as the Griffon String Quartet brings its 2025–2026 season to a thrilling close. This celebratory evening showcases the ensemble’s signature blend of passion, precision, and expressive depth—an unforgettable culmination of a season filled with inspired music-making.
Featuring
Roy Meyer & Alex Norris, violins
Oryann Tsaig, viola
Jesse Nummelin, cello
From soaring melodies to intimate musical conversations, this performance invites you to reflect on the journey of the season and revel in the power of live chamber music. Don’t miss this special night of artistry, connection, and musical brilliance as the Griffon String Quartet takes its final bow of the season.
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Griffon String Quartet Season Finale Concert • Green Bay
2026-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Art Garage, 1429 Main St, Green Bay, WI, 54302

Griffon String Quartet Season Finale Concert • Egg Harbor
2026-05-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

Griffon String Quartet • Fond du Lac
2026-05-26 14:30 - 16:30 | St. Francis Home, 33 Everett St., Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
The soothing sounds of the Griffon String Quartet will fill the halls of the St. Francis Home in Fond du Lac, bringing warmth and joy to residents gathered for an afternoon of music and connection. The quartet’s rich harmonies and graceful melodies will light up faces with smiles, and memories will be stirred by familiar tunes. The performance will offer not only artistic beauty but also a heartfelt reminder of the power of music to uplift spirits, bridge generations, and create moments of shared peace within the community.

Beauty and Brilliance - Opening Night
2026-06-12 07:00 - 21:00 | Birch Creek Music Performance Center – Juniper Hall, 3821 County Rd. E, Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
Our 36th season begins with some of the most beautiful and brilliant music ever written. Schubert’s Nocturne, although not performed often, will melt your heart. Mozart wrote his 1st Piano Quartet to show off the brilliance of the new-fangled piano-forte as only he could. Our Opening Night Gala and the following three programs conclude with one of the 19th century’s most esteemed composers, Joachim Raff, whose First Piano Quartet is mesmerizing and captivating from beginning to end, featuring star pianist, Jeannie Yu, from the Milwaukee Symphony.
Notturno in E-flat Major, Op. 148 (D. 897) – Franz Schubert (1797-1828)
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Adagio
Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, K. 478 – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Piano, Violin, Viola, and Cello
Allegro
Andante
Rondo: Allegretto con moto
Intermission
Quartet No. 1 in G Major, Op. 202, No. 1 – Joachim Raff (1822-1882)
Piano, Violin, Viola, and Cello
Allegro
Allegro molto
Andante, quasi adagio
Allegro
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Beauty and Brilliance
2026-06-13 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234

Beauty and Brilliance
2026-06-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States

Beauty and Brilliance
2026-06-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church, 11836 WI-42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210

Mozart and Glazunov
2026-06-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Björklunden – Vail Hall, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
Mozart wrote his Quintet for Clarinet for String Quartet in the final months of his life. Enthralled by the superb playing of Anton Stadler on this newly created instrument, he created a sublime work of extraordinary beauty. The program concludes with a heartfelt and compelling work by one of Russia’s best composers of the late 19th century. Alexander Glazunov captures the drama and romance of a Tchaikovsky Ballet or a Rachmaninoff piano concerto.
Quintet in A Major, K. 581 – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Clarinet, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
Allegro
Larghetto
Menuetto
Allegro con variazioni
Intermission
Quintet in A Major, Op. 39 – Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936)
Two Violins, Viola, and Two Cellos
Allegro
Scherzo: Allegro moderato
Andante sostenuto
Allegro moderato
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Mozart and Glazunov
2026-06-19 19:00 - 21:00 | PenArt, 3900 County F, Fish Creek, WI, 54212

Coffee Talk with Peter Conroy, PhD: What is the Pop in Popular Music? Rock'n'Roll.
2026-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Water Street HWY 42, Ephraim, WI, 54211
Peter Conroy is Professor Emeritus of French at the University of Illinois, Chicago. He taught there for 34 years and served as department chairman. He is a widely published literary scholar.
He and his wife Beverly have been seasonal residents of Door County since the mid 1980s. Before that, they were tent campers in Peninsula State Park starting in the late 1960s. Currently they own a summer home in Fish Creek.
Both Peter and Beverly have been long time and loyal supporters of MidSummers Music. Last year Peter delivered a paper for MSM on “Music and Revolution” which dealt with classical music and the political context in which he was composed and performed. This year he is following up with a paper on more modern music entitled “What is the ‘Pop” in Popular Music? Rock’n’Roll.”

Mozart and Glazunov
2026-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235

Mozart and Glazunov
2026-06-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

The French Chamber Music Mystique - Salon
2026-06-25 19:00 - 21:00
Chamber music was hard to sell in 19th century Paris which was totally absorbed by opera, but a few composers took a stand and stood out. Two of them were women, Louise Farrenc, the first female professor at the Paris Conservatory, and Mélanie Bonis, who disguised her gender by using the first name of Mel on her publications to sound like a man. Mel’s story will break your heart, but her music will melt it, and this all-French program as a whole will bring you into the intimate confines of the secret French chamber music societies that worked so hard to develop a rich genre in the shadows of the period’s over-blown operatic fixation.
Suite en trio in E Minor, Op. 59 – Mélanie Bonis (1858-1937)
Flute, Violin, and Piano
Sérénade: Allegretto
Pastorale: Andantino
Scherzo
Trio in E Minor, Op. 45 – Louise Farrenc (1804-1875)
Flute, Cello, and Piano
Andante sostenuto; Allegro giocoso
Grave
Vivace
Allegro
Intermission
Trio No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 92 – Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921)
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Allegro non troppo
Allegretto
Andante con moto
Grazioso poco allegro
Allegro non troppo
Salon concerts offer an intimate, in-home musical experience. We encourage guests to arrive between 6:00 and 6:30 PM to allow time for parking, gathering, and seating. The performance will begin at 7:00 PM. Following the performance, guests are warmly invited to enjoy a reception and conversation with the musicians.
Parking might be limited depending on the venue. When necessary, we offer shuttle services, parking attendants, or signage to assist you. If you need accessible parking, please inform our staff in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
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The French Chamber Music Mystique
2026-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church, 11836 WI-42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210
Chamber music was hard to sell in 19th century Paris which was totally absorbed by opera, but a few composers took a stand and stood out. Two of them were women, Louise Farrenc, the first female professor at the Paris Conservatory, and Mélanie Bonis, who disguised her gender by using the first name of Mel on her publications to sound like a man. Mel’s story will break your heart, but her music will melt it, and this all-French program as a whole will bring you into the intimate confines of the secret French chamber music societies that worked so hard to develop a rich genre in the shadows of the period’s over-blown operatic fixation.
Suite en trio in E Minor, Op. 59 – Mélanie Bonis (1858-1937)
Flute, Violin, and Piano
Sérénade: Allegretto
Pastorale: Andantino
Scherzo
Trio in E Minor, Op. 45 – Louise Farrenc (1804-1875)
Flute, Cello, and Piano
Andante sostenuto; Allegro giocoso
Grave
Vivace
Allegro
Intermission
Trio No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 92 – Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921)
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Allegro non troppo
Allegretto
Andante con moto
Grazioso poco allegro
Allegro non troppo
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The French Chamber Music Mystique
2026-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234

The French Chamber Music Mystique
2026-07-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Björklunden – Vail Hall, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202

Revolution and Independence - Salon
2026-07-09 19:00 - 21:00
George Meyer and the Griffon String Quartet
Midsummer’s Music adds its voice to the start of our country’s Semiquincentennial (250th) Celebration. Violinist and composer George Meyer has created a special commemorative work for Midsummer audiences that will capture a sense of the time and its import. The work features George, as violin soloist, with The Griffon String Quartet. It will also include Heather Zinninger on flute and a narrator. The program begins with Mozart’s Flute Quartet, written nearly contemporaneously with the signing of the Declaration and will conclude with a string quartet by George Chadwick, one of the first distinctive American classical composers who helped create “the American” sound even before Dvorak.
Quartet in D Major, K. 285 – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Flute, Violin, Viola, and Cello
Allegro
Adagio
Rondeau
Special Commission Celebrating 1776 – George Meyer (b. 1992)
Solo Violin, Flute, and String Quartet
Intermission
Quartet No. 4 in E Minor (1895) – George Whitefield Chadwick (1854-1931)
String Quartet
Andante moderato; Allegro
Andantino semplice
Giocoso, un poco moderato
Finale: Allegro molto risoluto
Salon concerts offer an intimate, in-home musical experience. We encourage guests to arrive between 6:00 and 6:30 PM to allow time for parking, gathering, and seating. The performance will begin at 7:00 PM. Following the performance, guests are warmly invited to enjoy a reception and conversation with the musicians.
Parking might be limited depending on the venue. When necessary, we offer shuttle services, parking attendants, or signage to assist you. If you need accessible parking, please inform our staff in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
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Revolution and Independence
2026-07-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
George Meyer and the Griffon String Quartet
Midsummer’s Music adds its voice to the start of our country’s Semiquincentennial (250th) Celebration. Violinist and composer George Meyer has created a special commemorative work for Midsummer audiences that will capture a sense of the time and its import. The work features George, as violin soloist, with The Griffon String Quartet. It will also include Heather Zinninger on flute and a narrator. The program begins with Mozart’s Flute Quartet, written nearly contemporaneously with the signing of the Declaration and will conclude with a string quartet by George Chadwick, one of the first distinctive American classical composers who helped create “the American” sound even before Dvorak.
Quartet in D Major, K. 285 – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Flute, Violin, Viola, and Cello
Allegro
Adagio
Rondeau
Special Commission Celebrating 1776 – George Meyer (b. 1992)
Solo Violin, Flute, and String Quartet
Intermission
Quartet No. 4 in E Minor (1895) – George Whitefield Chadwick (1854-1931)
String Quartet
Andante moderato; Allegro
Andantino semplice
Giocoso, un poco moderato
Finale: Allegro molto risoluto
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Coffee Talk - George Meyer
2026-07-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Water Street HWY 42, Ephraim, WI, 54211
Coffee Talk – George Meyer

Revolution and Independence
2026-07-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County Rd. G, Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

Revolution and Independence
2026-07-12 16:00 - 18:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235

The Trumpet Shall Sound
2026-07-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Water Street HWY 42, Ephraim, WI, 54211
The trumpet is not often heard in chamber music, but this program features Trumpet virtuoso Ansel Norris in a variety of works showcasing the true range of Mr. Norris’ talents. Pianist Jeannie Yu joins our winds and strings in exhilarating and sumptuous renditions of colorful pieces with distinctively orchestral flavors.
Septet in C Major (“The Military”), Op. 114 – Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837)
Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Violin, Cello, Bass, and Piano
Allegro con brio
Adagio
Menuetto: Allegro
Finale: Vivace
Quiet City (1939/41) – Aaron Copland (1900-1990)
English Horn, Trumpet, String Quartet, and Bass
Slow – Slower – Largamente – Tempo I
Intermission
Septet in E-flat Major, Op. 65 – Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921)
Trumpet, Strings, and Piano
Preamble: Allegro moderato
Menuet: Tempo di menuetto moderato
Intermede: Andante
Gavotte et Finale: Allegro non troppo
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The Trumpet Shall Sound
2026-07-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

The Trumpet Shall Sound
2026-07-17 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235

Coffee Talk - Ansel Norris
2026-07-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Water Street HWY 42, Ephraim, WI, 54211
Coffee Talk – Ansel Norris

The Trumpet Shall Sound
2026-07-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Björklunden – Vail Hall, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202

Haydn, Mozart, and Wranitzky
2026-07-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
A program of string music featuring winds – and a Symphony as a bonus! Haydn wrote his last 12 symphonies for London, and “The Clock” is one of those. The impresario who commissioned him made chamber versions with Haydn’s permission. The program opens with Mozart’s Oboe Quartet – a tour de force and virtual concerto for the oboe. In between, we feature a discovery – a composer from Moravia who came to Vienna. Born the same year as Mozart, he was hugely successful both as composer and conductor (he conducted the premiere of Beethoven’s First Symphony). His Sextet for Flute, Oboe and Strings is one of seven such works and shows the depths of what late 18th century Vienna got to enjoy.
Quartet in F Major, K. 370/368b – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Oboe, Violin, Viola, and Cello
Allegro
Adagio
Rondo: Allegro, ma non troppo
Sextet in E-flat Major – Paul Wranitzky (1756-1808)
Flute, Oboe, Violin, Two Violas, and Cello
Adagio; Allegro
Andante
Presto
Intermission
Symphony No. 101 in D Major (“The Clock”), Hob. 1/101 [Salomon arr.] – Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809)
Flute, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
Adagio; Presto
Andante
Menuetto
Finale vivace
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Haydn, Mozart, and Wranitzky
2026-07-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County Rd. G, Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

Haydn, Mozart, and Wranitzky
2026-07-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

Haydn, Mozart, and Wranitzky
2026-07-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Sister Bay Moravian Church, 10924 Old Stage Rd, Sister Bay, WI, 54234

Passionate Perspectives
2026-07-25 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234
This is music that will bore into your very soul. Even the most hardened heart will have to yield to these works. Two wonderful Czech Romantic composers and the great Argentinian Tango master bring back-stories to their pieces that overlay them with spine-tingling Amore.
Trio in F Minor, H. 174 – Zdeněk Fibich (1850-1900)
Piano, Violin, and Cello
Molto con fuoco
Adagio ma non troppo
Vivacissimo
The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires – Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992)
Piano, Violin, and Cello
Otono Porteño (Fall)
Invierno Porteño (Winter)
Primavera Porteño (Spring)
Verano Porteño (Summer)
Intermission
Trio in G Minor, Op. 15 – Bedřich Smetana (1824-1884)
Piano, Violin, and Cello
Moderato assai
Allegro, ma non agitato
Finale: Presto
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Passionate Perspectives
2026-07-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

Passionate Perspectives
2026-07-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States

Passionate Perspectives
2026-07-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church, 11836 WI-42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210

Composing in Color
2026-07-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County Rd. G, Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
Colorful, Evocative, Scintillating! Harpist Amanda Beranek joins with our strings and winds in four enchanting works that will take you far away and bring you back a changed person! The pulsing rhythms, kaleidoscopic hues, and swirling melodies will leave you exhilarated and enraptured.
Danse sacrée et profane (1904) – Claude Debussy (1862-1918)
Harp and String Quartet
Danse sacrée: Très modèrè
Danse profane: Modèrè
Concerto (Septet), GP 337 (1935) – Arnold Bax (1885-1953)
Harp, Flute, Oboe, and String Quartet
Allegro moderato
Cavatino: Lento
Moderato giocoso
Intermission
Suite en Rocaille, Op. 84 – Florent Schmitt (1870-1958)
Harp, Flute, Violin, Viola, and Cello
Sans hâte
Animé
Sans lenteur
Vif
Introduction and Allegro (1905) – Maurice Ravel (1875-1937)
Harp, Flute, Clarinet, and String Quartet
Très lent; Allegro
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Composing in Color
2026-07-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Sister Bay Moravian Church, 10924 Old Stage Rd, Sister Bay, WI, 54234

Coffee Talk - Amanda Beranek
2026-08-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Water Street HWY 42, Ephraim, WI, 54211
Coffee Talk – Amanda Beranek

Composing in Color - Salon
2026-08-01 19:00 - 21:00
Colorful, Evocative, Scintillating! Harpist Amanda Beranek joins with our strings and winds in four enchanting works that will take you far away and bring you back a changed person! The pulsing rhythms, kaleidoscopic hues, and swirling melodies will leave you exhilarated and enraptured.
Danse sacrée et profane (1904) – Claude Debussy (1862-1918)
Harp and String Quartet
Danse sacrée: Très modèrè
Danse profane: Modèrè
Concerto (Septet), GP 337 (1935) – Arnold Bax (1885-1953)
Harp, Flute, Oboe, and String Quartet
Allegro moderato
Cavatino: Lento
Moderato giocoso
Intermission
Suite en Rocaille, Op. 84 – Florent Schmitt (1870-1958)
Harp, Flute, Violin, Viola, and Cello
Sans hâte
Animé
Sans lenteur
Vif
Introduction and Allegro (1905) – Maurice Ravel (1875-1937)
Harp, Flute, Clarinet, and String Quartet
Très lent; Allegro
Salon concerts offer an intimate, in-home musical experience. We encourage guests to arrive between 6:00 and 6:30 PM to allow time for parking, gathering, and seating. The performance will begin at 7:00 PM. Following the performance, guests are warmly invited to enjoy a reception and conversation with the musicians.
Parking might be limited depending on the venue. When necessary, we offer shuttle services, parking attendants, or signage to assist you. If you need accessible parking, please inform our staff in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
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Composing in Color
2026-08-02 16:00 - 18:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209

The Poetry of David Perry
2026-08-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
One of the country’s very finest violinists, our own David Perry, brings us one of the great orchestral solo works, Ernest Chausson’s Poème, in a special chamber music version the composer himself created. David’s colleague in the Pro Arte Quartet, violist Sally Chisholm, introduces the program with Turina’s evocative Scène Andalouse. This French/Spanish flavored program culminates with Fauré’s brilliant masterpiece, the Piano Quartet No. 1 joined by pianist Jeannie Yu. A star-embedded program!
Scène Andalouse, Op. 7 – Joaquin Turina (1882-1949)
Solo Viola, String Quartet, and Piano
Crépuscule du soir
A la fenêtre
Poème, Op. 25 – Ernest Chausson (1855-1899)
Solo Violin, String Quartet, and Piano
Lento e misterioso
Intermission
Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 15 – Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924)
Piano, Violin, Viola, and Cello
Allegro molto moderato
Scherzo: Allegro vivo
Adagio
Allegro molto
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The Poetry of David Perry
2026-08-28 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235

Coffee Talk with Elmer Lewis: The Physics of Music - Without the Equations
2026-08-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Water Street HWY 42, Ephraim, WI, 54211
Coffee Talk – Elmer Lewis

The Poetry of David Perry
2026-08-29 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234

Tchaikovsky, Souvenir de Florence
2026-08-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
Everyone loves Tchaikovsky, and his String Sextet inspired by Florence, Italy is as memorable as it gets. Violinist David Perry leads this program of rich string sounds, which begins with another resounding work for the same combination by the dramatic and colorful Hungarian Composer, Ernst von Dohnányi.
Sextet in B-flat Major, W080 – Ernst von Dohnányi (1877-1960)
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
Allegro ma tranquillo
Scherzo: Allegro vivace
Adagio quasi andante
Finale: Animato
Intermission
Souvenir de Florence, Op. 70 – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
Allegro con spirito
Adagio cantabile e con moto
Allegretto moderato
Allegro vivace
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Tchaikovsky, Souvenir de Florence
2026-09-01 19:00 - 21:00 | PenArt, 3900 County F, Fish Creek, WI, 54212

The Poetry of David Perry
2026-09-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Björklunden – Vail Hall, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202

Tchaikovsky, Souvenir de Florence - Salon
2026-09-03 19:00 - 21:00
Everyone loves Tchaikovsky, and his String Sextet inspired by Florence, Italy is as memorable as it gets. Violinist David Perry leads this program of rich string sounds, which begins with another resounding work for the same combination by the dramatic and colorful Hungarian Composer, Ernst von Dohnányi.
Sextet in B-flat Major, W080 – Ernst von Dohnányi (1877-1960)
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
Allegro ma tranquillo
Scherzo: Allegro vivace
Adagio quasi andante
Finale: Animato
Intermission
Souvenir de Florence, Op. 70 – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
Allegro con spirito
Adagio cantabile e con moto
Allegretto moderato
Allegro vivace
Salon concerts offer an intimate, in-home musical experience. We encourage guests to arrive between 6:00 and 6:30 PM to allow time for parking, gathering, and seating. The performance will begin at 7:00 PM. Following the performance, guests are warmly invited to enjoy a reception and conversation with the musicians.
Parking might be limited depending on the venue. When necessary, we offer shuttle services, parking attendants, or signage to assist you. If you need accessible parking, please inform our staff in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
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Brahms and Schoenfeld Favorites
2026-09-04 19:00 - 21:00 | MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
Saving the best for last, we bring back our most requested piece of music – Paul Schoenfield’s Café Music. Jazzy, whimsical, tender… it will touch you and leave a big smile on your face. The program concludes with what may be Brahms’ most beloved chamber music work – his First Piano Quartet, which is sometimes called the “Hungarian.” Plan to take this one in at our festive and exuberant Labor Day Gala at Bjorklunden, a terrific way to salute the summer season, or catch the same program at two other locations. But catch it for sure – it’s not to be missed!
Preludio et Fughetta in G Minor, Op. 68 – Laura Netzel (1839-1927)
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Preludio: Lento ma non troppo
Fughetto: Tempo giusto
Café Music (1986) – Paul Schoenfeld (b. 1947)
Violin, Cello, and Piano
Allegro
Andante rubato
Presto
Intermission
Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25 – Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)
Piano, Violin, Viola, and Cello
Allegro
Intermezzo; Allegro ma non troppo
Andante con moto
Rondo alla Zingarese
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Tchaikovsky, Souvenir de Florence
2026-09-05 15:00 - 17:00 | The Clearing Folk School – Schoolhouse, 12103 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210
Everyone loves Tchaikovsky, and his String Sextet inspired by Florence, Italy is as memorable as it gets. Violinist David Perry leads this program of rich string sounds, which begins with another resounding work for the same combination by the dramatic and colorful Hungarian Composer, Ernst von Dohnányi.
Sextet in B-flat Major, W080 – Ernst von Dohnányi (1877-1960)
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
Allegro ma tranquillo
Scherzo: Allegro vivace
Adagio quasi andante
Finale: Animato
Intermission
Souvenir de Florence, Op. 70 – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos
Allegro con spirito
Adagio cantabile e con moto
Allegretto moderato
Allegro vivace
Take the (one-way) Campus Entrance to the Campus Parking just before the Schoolhouse:
12103 Garrett Bay Road, Ellison Bay, WI 54210
﻿﻿If you need accessible parking, please inform our staff in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
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Brahms and Schoenfeld Favorites
2026-09-06 16:00 - 18:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay, WI, 54234

Brahms and Schoenfeld Favorites - Labor Day Gala
2026-09-07 15:00 - 20:00 | Björklunden – Vail Hall, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202
