"Ken Freed is that rare person who thinks about music in a much larger way than notes on the page. Always searching, I've seen him interact with people as a violinist in the Manhattan Quartet, a violist in the Minnesota Orchestra, conductor of the Mankato Symphony, and education innovator with the groundbreaking Learning Through Music program.
Through all of this, his generosity and compassion with people shine through and as a conductor, he is able to cajole maximum energy and commitment from an orchestra, all channeled through a keen dramatic sense."

Colin Jacobsen
Violinist, The Silk Road Project

 

"Maestro Ken Freed has brought new energy to our symphony orchestra!  His artistic programming and innovative ideas continue to excite and delight our audiences.  Musicians and audience members feel his passion and enthusiasm, and under his direction, our symphony is reaching new heights and new audiences!"

Sonja Jacobsen, Board President
Mankato Symphony Orchestra

 

I have had the joy and privilege of working with Maestro Kenneth Freed for nearly three years and have known Maestro Freed by reputation far longer, back to his days in New York City.   Maestro Freed is a musician’s musician, a gifted artistic interpreter and delightful collaborator. (read more...) 

John B. Weaver
Bass Trombone; Aurora Brass, Mankato Symphony