UNH Cello Festival

02/13/2026

🎻 UNH Cello Festival – Spring 2026 🎻
Join us at the University of New Hampshire for a dynamic one-day celebration of cello!

📅 Saturday, March 7, 2026
📍 Paul Creative Arts Center

Open to middle school students through adults — all levels welcome, the festival includes:

✨ Cello ensemble, directed by David Upham
✨ Festival masterclasses with Jacques Lee Wood, Carol Ou, and Jan Fuller
✨ Featured guest masterclass with Mark Churchill
✨ Instrument viewing with Tom Holdener of Carriage House Violins
✨ The festival concludes with a concert featuring Jacques Lee Wood & Mark Churchill

A welcoming and inspiring day to deepen your musicianship and connect with fellow cellists from across the region.

🔗 Festival information & registration:
https://cola.unh.edu/music/outreach/unh-cello-festival

Please share with your students and colleagues — we look forward to seeing you in March! 🎶

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) is thrilled to announce the 2025 UNH Cello Festival, an exciting opportunity for cellists of all ages and skill levels to immerse themselves in a day of intensive learning, performance, and collaboration. Whether you'

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https://cola.unh.edu/music/outreach/unh-cello-festival

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZjjK6xDd1U

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https://cola.unh.edu/music/outreach/unh-cello-festival

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