An ensemble of Juilliard musicians will perform together as part of the Concerts for Compassion in support of North Greenwich Church’s “Hands of Hope” effort.
Enjoy the exquisite acoustics of the intimate chapel when Concerts for Compassion offers its varied programs of beloved classics and global music.
Concerts for Compassion was created in order to provide understanding, friendship, and hope through music.
The afternoon performance is an encouragement to the church community’s Afghan friends who are building new lives here, resettled through the steadfast support of Jewish Family Services and several Greenwich churches.
At North Greenwich Church, the women have been gathering regularly to sew, making high quality table linens, gift bags, jewelry pouches, designer purses and tote bags, as well as offering alterations services.
This Hands of Hope initiative provides a time of friendship, learning, and creativity that also helps the women to earn income and gain marketable skills for future employment. Church volunteers offer English language tutoring.
This will be an inspiring afternoon of music, where you will experience both the musical talent and compassion of these Juilliard musicians coming together to raise awareness of this important mission.
The concert is set for Saturday, April 26 . Doors open for the craft sale at 2:30 pm. The concert begins at 4:00 pm. Complimentary Admission + Suggested Donations of $25
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Ian Lum. Contributed photo
Ian Lum, a Malaysian-born cellist based in New York City, began his musical journey as a pianist before studying cello, later earning his degrees from The Juilliard School. he has performed in renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall and Royal Albert hall and serves as Principal Cellist of the Verbier Festival Orchestra. In addition to performing, he teaches at West Amadeus Music Studio and has contributed to major film and recording projects, including Renaissance by Beyoncé.
Katherine Kyu Hyeon Lim
Based in New York City, South Korean violinist Katherine Kyu Hyeon Lim has performed with esteemed organizations such as Banff Centre, Chamber Music America, and Metropolis Ensemble. Her debut album, Staling (2023) was praised for its “heart-lifting” sound and named Bandcamp’s Albun of the Day. A co-founder of Impromptuo and Muzosynth Orchestra, she is currently on faculty at Opus 118 Harlem School of Music and a Doctor of Musical Arts candidate at Rutgers University.
North Greenwich Congregational Church is located at 606 Riversville Rd, Greenwich, CT 06831 (Corner of Riversville Rd and John Street opposite Audubon).
Saturday, April 26 . Doors open for the craft sale at 2:30 pm. The concert begins at 4:00 pm. Complimentary Admission + Suggested Donations of $25