Henry Kramer Joins KCMF’s 38th Season
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is pleased to welcome back pianist Henry Kramer to its 38th Season. Recognized for his thoughtful artistry, expressive interpretations, and exceptional technical command, Kramer has earned acclaim from audiences and critics alike. He will be featured in Concert 5: Nightingale’s Encore and Concert 6: Youth and Memory, bringing his dynamic[…..]
Elizabeth Beisel Joins KCMF’s 38th Season
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is delighted to welcome musician and multi-instrumentalist Elizabeth Beisel to its 38th Season as part of Concert 4: Between Worlds on July 31, 2026. A Rhode Island native, Beisel brings a unique artistic perspective shaped by a lifelong connection to music, collaboration, and creative exploration. Although many know Beisel for[…..]
Celebrating Our Young Artists: Clara Chen, Cynthia Zhang, and Aavi Sircar
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is proud to continue its tradition of supporting emerging musicians The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is proud to continue its tradition of supporting emerging musicians artistry as part of the Festival’s summer programming. This year’s recital will feature pianist Clara Chen, flutist Cynthia Zhang, and pianist Aavi Sircar, three accomplished[…..]
Celebrating Hashi Duo’s Debut Album: International Waters
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is delighted to celebrate the release of International Waters, the debut studio album from Hashi Duo, the acclaimed piano and guitar ensemble featuring URI alumni Adrián Montero Moya and Moé Takamatsu. Audiences may remember the duo from their Kingston Chamber Music Festival debut last season, where they brought their unique[…..]
A Conversation in Sound: Kingston Notes Returns for Season Two
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival invites audiences to engage more deeply with its 38th season through the return of Kingston Notes, the Festival’s podcast hosted by Anna Gray. Season Two opens with Artistic Director Natalie Zhu, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the ideas shaping this summer’s programming. In this first episode, Zhu reflects on the[…..]
Support Young Musicians During 401Gives
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is proud to participate in 401Gives, Rhode Island’s largest statewide day of giving for nonprofit organizations. In 2026, 401Gives will take place from March 31 at 6:00 a.m. through April 1 at 6:00 p.m., bringing together thousands of donors to support local nonprofits that strengthen communities through education, arts, and[…..]
Notice: Correction to Concert 2 Start Time
We would like to inform our audience of a small correction regarding Concert 2: “The British Are Coming” in the 38th Season printed brochure. The brochure mistakenly lists the incorrect start time for this performance. The concert will take place on Saturday, July 25, and will begin at 4:00 PM. Please note that the times[…..]
KCMF’s 38th Season Explores 250 Years of Musical Imagination
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival’s 38th Season arrives with a wide-ranging artistic vision: a two-week exploration titled Life, Liberty, & Music. Framed by America’s upcoming Semiquincentennial, the 2026 Festival examines how composers and performers—across centuries, continents, and traditions, shape the evolving story of chamber music. Rather than presenting history in a straight line, this season[…..]
Our 38th Season Is Here — Tickets Now Available
Kingston Chamber Music Festival Announces Its 38th Season, Tickets Go On Sale This Monday, March 2nd .The Kingston Chamber Music Festival will launch its 38th season this summer, presenting seven concerts from July 22 to August 2, 2026 on the University of Rhode Island campus. Guided by the theme “Life, Liberty, & Music,” this year’s[…..]
Megan Koch: A Global Journey Rooted in Community and Chamber Music
Cellist Megan Koch brings a rich blend of global experience, chamber-music artistry, and dedicated mentorship to this year’s Kingston Chamber Music Festival Spring Concert. Her musical path began at age four in Rochester, New York, but it wasn’t until high school, after a formative masterclass performing Brahms with Yo-Yo Ma—that she realized she wanted to[…..]
