In Their Own Words
Find out what kids and teachers are saying about the benefits of CFKF programs:
Kids talk about their CFKF instruments:
"I never really knew what "good" violin was until today when I saw these. I mean they are beautiful, I felt like our orchestra meant something to receive something so precious." - Kate
"This instrument has a great tone!! I think it looks very professional! I love the bow! It moves like it is on air! I would think anybody in the world would be lucky to have this beautiful instrument in their hands. Thank you so much! I really appreciate opportunity." - Denise
"When my bow touched the strings, I felt like I was in a different place. I don't know what you did to make them so good, but they are; and it was very hard for me to pass them along!" - Jessie
"This violin is amazingly graceful and smooth. The bow feels natural and light, like I've been playing it for years. Thank you so much for these astounding instruments, I can't wait to play them some more!" - Julia
"This instrument is one of the most beautiful instruments I have ever played. I love the design, and the texture the violin has. It has beautiful srings, which sound rich and deep. You have helped future string players, by providing them a wonderful instrument to play on, these are wonderful instruments!" - William
"This instrument is beyond excellent. It has beautiful sound when you play it. The violin is all around gorgeous. Thank you for the instruments, future students are going to love them." -Courtney
Teachers talk about CFKF Mentoring with Mike Reynolds:
"It was great; it was the most beautiful thing given to the students aside from the violins. It meant a great deal to the students that a professional musician cared enough to come from Boston."
"He was the best presenter ever. He was the only one that I've ever seen connect with the kids."
"He has a mastery of the subject, critiques in a non-threatening way and gets them fired up for music."
Students talk about CFKF Mentoring with Mike Reynolds:
"It was what everyone needed. We actually saw what we could do if we worked hard."
"It increased my appreciation of music."
Parents
"My son was blown away by what Michael Reynolds could do on the cello."
"They talked about him for weeks. They tried to mimic his playing."
Partners
"We loved it! It's been a real energizer for us."
"It was incredible to have someone of his caliber here. Everyone was in awe."
"This experience proved to be a great motivator, both for students and the strings teacher. He is kind and gentle in his approach but at the same time imparts his high expectations of the children."
