and Amy Beach, one of the first American female composers to reach notoriety. This performance also includes the world premiere of Two Pastorals for Violin and Piano – the ninth of ten works commissioned by Tippet Rise in 2022 from Valentyn Silvestrov, Ukraine’s leading living composer.

Angela Chan, violin; Aubree Oliverson, violin; Hsin-Yun Huang, viola; Zlatomir Fung, cello; Chaeyoung Park, piano

Tippet Rise Art Center

In this exquisite program, we present a rare side-by-side concert with two international piano powerhouses: Paavali Jumpannen (FIN) and Konstantin Shamray (RUS). These pianists are formidable, fearless and flawless interpreters of epic solo piano works. Double Klavier centres around two landmark works showcasing their extraordinary talent and virtuosity. 

Double Klavier

Snow Concert Hall

OSNY is proud to be invited to take part in this star-studded concert presented by Carnegie Hall in cooperation with the Permanent Mission of Ukraine to the United Nations, as well as the New York–based diplomatic institutions of numerous participating countries. Proceeds from this one-night-only event support Direct Relief, a humanitarian aid nonprofit organization that provides urgently needed medical supplies to relief groups and families on the ground in Ukraine.

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Benefit Concert for the Children and Youth of Ukraine

Carnegie Hall

This opening night carries both artistic distinction and profound meaning. Ukraine’s leading orchestra brings music shaped by resilience and lyricism, pairing Romantic fire with introspective modern voices. Liszt’s virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 1 blazes with brilliance, while Valentyn Silvestrov’s Silent Music offers a moment of hushed, almost sacred reflection. Anchored by Dvořák’s radiant Fifth Symphony, this concert is a powerful reminder of music’s ability to affirm life—even in the most difficult times.

Valentyn Silvestrov

Events

Upcoming events

Jan 25, 2027

National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine · Palm Springs Friends of Philharmonic

Past events

Aug 30, 2025

Angela Chan, violin; Aubree Oliverson, violin; Hsin-Yun Huang, viola; Zlatomir Fung, cello; Chaeyoung Park, piano · Tippet Rise Art Center

May 3, 2025

Double Klavier · Canberra International Music Festival

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