New Jersey Youth Symphony Concert for Peace with Violins of Hope

Wharton Arts proudly presents A Concert for Peace with Violins of Hope, a poignant tribute to resilience and the power of music. Led by Artistic Director and Principal Conductor Helen H. Cha-Pyo, this special concert showcases the extraordinary Violins of Hope, precious stringed instruments that survived the Holocaust. These instruments, some of which were played by prisoners of ghettos and death camps, have been meticulously restored by Israeli luthiers Amnon and Avshi Weinstein. Today, they serve as symbols of survival and perseverance, bringing hope to audiences worldwide.

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of remembrance, reflection, and renewal at A Concert for Peace with Violins of Hope as we commemorate the resilience of the human spirit and honor the legacy of those who perished in the Holocaust. The celebration includes a roundtable discussion of faith leaders, professors, artists, students, and a holocaust survivor on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. at a local NJ synagogue and a performance on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 3 p.m. at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC). Additionally, a pre-concert talk will be held on Sunday, January 12, at 1:30 p.m.

The symphonic performance will be held at NJPAC’s Betty Wold Johnson Stage in Prudential Hall.

Full information and tickets can be found at https://www.njpac.org/event/new-jersey-youth-symphony-violins-of-hope/.