Isaiah Free Pennington

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Always looking to inspire the next gen of SERIOUS cellists 😎🎻

A handful moments from 2025 Cello Seminar. So grateful to and the wonderful mentors and colleagues who made this program completely unique. What an inspiring place to make music!

Friends, Family, and Colleagues,

Over the past year, I’ve been focused on developing a project that’s been quietly taking shape, and I couldn’t be more excited to finally share with you the Bermuda Chamber Music Festival.

I’ve spent the majority of the past year living in Bermuda, working to bring this vision to fruition—building relationships, cultivating an audience, and learning (sometimes the hard way) what it takes to create something from the ground up. Now, I’m very proud to present our inaugural season, running from April 24 to May 17 at the Bermuda National Gallery.

Bringing this festival to life has challenged me creatively, logistically, and personally—and helped me grow in ways I never anticipated. This initiative is about bringing exceptional chamber music to Bermuda, connecting artists and audiences, and creating space to make meaningful music with beloved colleagues in one of the most beautiful places I know.

I’ve been incredibly fortunate to receive so much support—from mentors, family and friends, colleagues, and community collaborators—too many to name, but each one deeply appreciated. I especially couldn’t have done this without the unwavering support of my partner, .lesh.

I’d love if you gave the festival a follow: . Your support means the world as we take this first step.

Stay tuned for more—I’m excited to share what’s ahead!

Reminiscing and missing Prague 🇨🇿

Big adventures coming soon! Can’t believe I’m leaving NYC for 5 months starting tomorrow. Will be missing friends and my home here in the city. More to come!

Porgy and Bess

friday morning at the office

Silver lining of the past year was spending time in my Tennessee mountains. This winter the mist from the falls froze into floating ice crystals for this awesome view.

Getting a proper NYC “welcome home” ❄️ Excited to be back in the city even if it means moving in a snowstorm!