The Music Continues with Your Support
For 38 years, the Kingston Chamber Music Festival has brought world-class chamber music to southern Rhode Island, connecting audiences with extraordinary artists through performances, education, and community programming. As we begin our Annual Appeal this November, we are reminded that this work is made possible through the generosity of our community. Individual donations, sponsorships, and[…..]
Become A Founding Member of The David Kim Society
Since its founding in 1989, the Kingston Chamber Music Festival has brought together exceptional musicians and audiences through a shared appreciation for chamber music. Beyond the concert stage, KCMF has continued to strengthen its commitment to music education, community engagement, and making live performances accessible throughout southern Rhode Island. Preserving these opportunities for future generations[…..]
A KCMF Donor’s Story
For Carol Czaja, supporting Kingston Chamber Music Festival (KCMF), whether by attending, volunteering, hosting, or donating, is ultimately about helping something she values with the desire to support its continuation for others. It all started as a singular concert that was initially one stop on a summer vacation for Carol Czaja and her husband, Ted.[…..]
KCMF Recognizes 2026 Scholarship Recipient Kenneth Santos
This summer, Kenneth Santos received the 2026 Kingston Chamber Music Festival Scholarship, awarded annually to an outstanding music major at the University of Rhode Island and selected by the faculty of the URI Department of Music. An oboe performance major from Cranston, Rhode Island, Kenneth began their musical journey playing violin, flute, and double bass[…..]
Experience Burchard Tang This Summer at KCMF
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is pleased to welcome violist Burchard Tang to the Festival’s 38th Season. A member of The Philadelphia Orchestra since 1999, Tang will be featured in Concerts 4, 5, and 6, bringing his accomplished artistry and extensive chamber music experience to audiences in Kingston this summer.A graduate of the Curtis Institute[…..]
Che-Hung Chen Returns to KCMF’s 38th Season
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is delighted to welcome back violist Che-Hung Chen for the Festival’s 38th Season. A longtime member of The Philadelphia Orchestra and one of KCMF’s returning artists, Chen will be featured in Concerts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, bringing his exceptional artistry and collaborative spirit to audiences throughout the[…..]
Terra String Quartet Makes Its KCMF Debut
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is delighted to welcome the Terra String Quartet for its KCMF debut during the Festival’s 38th Season. Recognized as one of today’s most exciting young chamber ensembles, the quartet will be featured in Concerts 1, 2, and 3, bringing their artistry, collaborative spirit, and thoughtful musicianship to audiences throughout the[…..]
Kate Liu’s Kingston Debut At KCMF’S 38th Season
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is delighted to welcome pianist Kate Liu for her debut at KCMF as part of the Festival’s 38th Season. Internationally acclaimed for her poetic artistry and expressive musicianship, Liu will be featured in Concerts 2 and 3, bringing her distinctive musical voice to audiences in Kingston this summer. Liu first[…..]
Tommy Mesa’s Festival Debut In KCMF’S 38TH SEASON
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is delighted to welcome acclaimed cellist Tommy Mesa to its 38th Season. Recognized as one of the most dynamic and compelling musicians of his generation, Mesa will be featured in Concert 1: 250 Years—A Chamber Music Journey from 1776 to Modern America and Concert 2: The British Are Coming, bringing[…..]
Clancy Newman Returns to KCMF’s 38th Season
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is delighted to welcome acclaimed cellist and composer Clancy Newman to its 38th Season. Praised for his versatility as both a performer and creator, Newman will be featured in Concert 1: 250 Years—A Chamber Music Journey from 1776 to Modern America, Concert 2: The British Are Coming, and Concert 3:[…..]
