PROGRAM
Courtney Lewis Conductor
Adelya Nartadjieva Violin
Violins of Hope, the internationally beloved concert series featuring instruments once owned by Holocaust victims before and during World War II, returns to Jacoby Symphony Hall for a concert that is more than just a musical experience—it's a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of remembrance. Violins, violas and cellos, all lovingly restored by Israeli violinmakers, Amnon and Avshalom Weinstein, serve as symbols of hope in the face of unimaginable adversity. Join us for this profound evening of beauty, remembrance and solidarity.
Title Sponsor: Dr. Eugene and Brenda Wolchok
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FEATURED ARTISTS
Courtney Lewis Music Director, Haskell Endowed Chair
Anchored in the belief that music holds the power to transform lives, Courtney Lewis has established himself as one of his generation’s most dynamic conductors. Currently in his tenth season as Music Director of the Jacksonville Symphony, Lewis has designed an ambitious mission to enrich the surrounding community with innovative symphonic programming, creating the highest quality of art possible, accessible to all...continue reading
Photo by Liz Linder, lizlinder.com
Adelya Nartadjieva Violin
Uzbek-American violinist Adelya Nartadjieva is quickly gaining attention as “…Outstanding enough to grace the stages of the world’s great orchestras.” (The Straits Times) Recent appearances include chamber music performances at Carnegie Hall, Seoul Arts Center and ElbPhilharmonie...continue reading