The University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) has officially announced that violinist Kenneth Renshaw will join its faculty as an assistant professor of violin, with his appointment set to commence on August 15, 2025.
Renshaw brings a wealth of educational experience, having served as teaching assistant to renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman at the Juilliard School since 2018. In addition, he has been assisting violinist Li Lin since 2017. Beyond teaching, he has contributed as a content editor and pedagogical consultant for Perlman’s instructional series on masterclass.com.
Alongside his institutional roles, Renshaw maintains a private violin studio based in New York City, where his students have achieved success in notable competitions and gained admission to prestigious music conservatories and universities.
His commitment to chamber music education extends to his participation on faculty at the Perlman Music Program’s Summer Music School and Sarasota Winter Residency, as well as at the Crowden Music Center’s Chamber Music Workshop. In 2018, Renshaw engaged in a cultural exchange residency in São Paulo, Brazil, offering masterclasses and mentorship to diverse students involved in the GURI Youth Orchestra programs, an initiative supported by Juilliard.
Renshaw earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the Juilliard School, where he studied under Itzhak Perlman, Li Lin, Donald Weilerstein, and Paul Neubauer. During his studies, he was honored as a Kovner Fellow.
His recognition as a performer includes winning first prize at the 2012 Yehudi Menuhin International Violin Competition and at the inaugural Manhattan International Concert Artists Competition. Additionally, he was a laureate at the Queen Elisabeth International Violin Competition.
Commenting on Renshaw’s appointment, Pete Jutras, Dean of Music at CCM, stated, “Kenneth Renshaw is a highly sought-after performer with significant competition victories and a distinguished record of orchestral, chamber, and solo performances. His teaching expertise and artistic presence will greatly enhance CCM’s Strings Department.”
— The Violin Post Editorial Staff
