What people are saying.

  • "BEST BEST BEST experience a young musician could ever have."

  • "Loewenheim is famous for picking difficult repertory for his students. He doesn’t hold back…On the night of the concert, the orchestra sounds crisp, confident and astute."

    — Donald Munro

  • “I can’t say how much this experience has inspired and motivated my daughter to reach for goals she didn’t think possible.”

  • “Loved, loved, loved what all the faculty brought to the performances..”

  • "The long hours of playing and opportunity to master my craft gave me an excellent opportunity not only to hone my craft and grow as a musician, but as a person when I got to experience working with other musicians."

  • "I loved being in FOOSA!"

  • "Loved the faculty and the great job they did. I feel my kids experienced wonderful growth from this experience."

    — response from participant and their families

  • "Fun, upbeat songs!"

  • "A rousing evening all around. Thanks, FOOSA, for such a welcome jolt back into arts civilization."

    — The Munro Review

  • "Thank you. We just can’t thank you enough. You are all amazing, unforgettable and loved!"

  • "It’s very, very special. I would say it’s on a world-class level of musical accomplishment."

    — Lynn Harrell, legendary cellist and former FOOSA faculty member