House Concert

House Concert

As I continue to raise money to help me attend the Music Institute of Chicago Academy, I have received  many generous opportunities.  This past week, OI was fortunate to have had people host house concerts for me.

Laura Bender and John Early hosted a house concert at their Site Painter’s Studio in Portland.  It was a great opportunity to share music with a wonderful and generous group of community members interested in classical music.

At the house concert, I performed pieces by Saint-Saens, Bach and others. I was fortunate to be accompanied by Esther Shim who is an accomplished violinist and pianist. I am honored she would help out.   The Site Painters Studio is a great artistic space that was perfect for an intimate evening. Thank you Laura Bender and John Early for hosting me.

As we chatted after the concert, I realized once again, for young musicians like myself that it really does take a community to succeed. A thank you goes our to each person who came!

House Concert with Victoria

House Concert with Victoria

I performed at a second house concert, graciously hosted by Paul Reid. I believe that House concerts offer a wonderful way to highlight classical music. Many thanks to Paul and his community for helping me get closer to my music education goal.  

At Paul’s house concert I was also accompanied on the piano by Esther Shim and truly appreciate her support.  I was also delighted to have my sister Victoria perform a duet that we use when we go busking together. This summer we have helped each other reach our fundraising goals and I am fortunate to have such a great sister.

If you were not able to make it, please view my music videos (here) and consider making a donation to support classical music for the next generation.

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