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One by one, as strands of string music filled the valted sanctuary, the “Ambassadors of Repair” proceeded down the aisle of the Cathedral of the Assumption, each carrying a violin. The ambassadors were a diverse group – Christians, Jews, Muslims, … Read More
The first time Gabriel Lefkowitz was handed the Auschwitz violin, he treated it like an archeologist handling an ancient artifact. That is to say, he treated it gingerly, turning it over, inspecting it from eye level, familiarizing himself with its … Read More
Played with the right hands, musical instruments can tell stories. And sometimes, they are the stories. Such is the case with Violins of Hope, a collection of string instruments – mostly violins – that survived the Holocaust, meticulously restored by … Read More
Melissa Jones, a high school senior from Fisherville, dazzled the audience with her song and dance to “Music and the Mirror” from A Chorus Line, at Louisville’s Got Talent on April 14 at Ursuline Arts Center. Jones was the overall … Read More
(Editor’s note: This version of the story includes the sponsor of the concert, which was omitted from the print version.) The opening concert for the 2019 Music Without Borders series ended with a bang. OK, it ended with a bass … Read More
Louisville BBYO Embodies L’dor Vador at Family Havdalah Service On Saturday, December 3, over 50 Jewish teens and their parents came together to celebrate the culmination BBYO’s Global Shabbat weekend with a Havdalah celebration. The theme of BBYO’s Global Shabbat … Read More
Nearly 50 women participated in the Women’s Philanthropy Connecting with Culture event on Friday, November 18, and they were treated to the Louisville Orchestra’s Coffee Concert, lunch overlooking the plaza behind the Kentucky Center for the Arts and a visit … Read More
Hosted by Viki Diaz and Karen Abrams. Limited seating available. Concert and private catered lunch with Teddy Abrams at the Kentucky Center for the Arts. A special thanks to Viki Diaz for making this event possible. Please RSVP by November …
When Teddy Abrams was named conductor of the Louisville Orchestra, excitement bubbled up throughout the arts community. Outgoing, energetic and innovative, he has generated a buzz of support throughout Louisville. Now the University of Louisville Humanities and Jewish Studies Programs … Read More
The Lions were honored to have an intimate audience with Teddy Abrams at the Lion of Judah Dinner, held Wednesday, November 5, at Amy Trager’s beautiful downtown condo. The event was a celebration of Jewish women’s philanthropy, the accomplishments of … Read More