Scholarship Testimonials
“Pinewoods proved to be a productive and powerful musical meeting ground where folk traditions are celebrated, shared, performed and imparted to an active and appreciative community. The opportunity to learn from master musicians was incredible, and yet the equalizing factor that we were all campers together on a musical vacation allowed for more cross pollination of styles and casual transfer of ideas, information and stories.”
-Benedict Gagliardi, FMSNY TradMaD
“It was a good balance of high-energy, large-group social time at dances and parties, and low-key activities and smaller classes, plus open times for swimming, napping, and chatting with friends.”
-Nicole Singer, CDSS Harmony of Song & Dance
“The community we build and sustain around dance, music, and a deep respect and love for those around us is something much bigger than footwork. Thank you for providing me with the opportunity to expand my own comfort zones and community experience. What I didn’t expect is that I would also come away from the Pinewoods experience inspired and re-energized about music and community.”
-Rae Fifer, FAC Weekend
“A more productive, ecstatic week I could not have spent this summer. For that I thank you, and hope you are continually able to offer such scholarships to the youth of our community. We are the future of the community, and scholarships such as these help our enthusiasm for involvement overcome our inability to afford such magnificent experiences.”
-Alex Ellis, CDSS American Dance & Music Week
“Every single moment felt like something valuable, whether I was participating in workshops, jamming, dancing, or spending time with the incredible staff and campers.”
-Everest Witman, CDSS Harmony of Song & Dance