April 5–July 13, 2025
The Claremont Lewis Museum of Art presented Sound Formations: Artist, Musician, Instrument Maker, a group exhibition celebrating handcrafted musical instruments that can also be experienced as works of art.
On this page are my featured cajóns from the exhibition—many created in collaboration with fellow artists and makers. As both builder and curator, it is especially meaningful for me to share these instruments in dialogue with the work of such talented artists and musicians.
For more details about the exhibition, contributing artists, and the Claremont Lewis Museum of Art, see CLMOA.org.
The exhibition catalog, featuring essays, images, and artist bios, can be purchased at the museum, ordered online, or viewed and downloaded for free.
Kirk Delman & Michael Kotzen
Lizz Redd & Michael Kotzen
Michael Kotzen
Larry White & Michael Kotzen
Michael Kotzen
Pete Escovedo & Michael Kotzen
Kirk Delman & Michael Kotzen
Victoria Rosas & Michael Kotzen
Father Bill Moore & Michael Kotzen