BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Violins of Hope-Wisconsin - ECPv6.16.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Violins of Hope-Wisconsin
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Violins of Hope-Wisconsin
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20240310T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20241103T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20270314T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20271107T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251012
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250812T213110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T201236Z
UID:10000278-1756857600-1760227199@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Strings of Survival
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Strings of Survival exhibit\, which features restored instruments that once belonged to Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust. Experience how music can preserve memory\, inspire resilience\, and connect us across time. Instruments provided by Violins of Hope–Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Milwaukee County Historical Society. \nHours of Operation: Monday\, Wednesday-Saturday @ 9:30am-5:00pm
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/strings-of-survival/
LOCATION:Milwaukee County Historical Society\, 910 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Exhibit-Opening-Violins-of-Hope-Program_rev.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250702T180951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T190736Z
UID:10000280-1757872800-1757872800@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Music of the Soul
DESCRIPTION:Chabad Jewish Center of Waukesha and The Wisconsin Philharmonic invite you to an unforgettable and uplifting evening at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts in Brookfield. \nIn partnership with Violins of Hope – Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra\, the program begins at 6:00 PM and features video\, live presentations\, and stirring performances of Jewish folk songs and other poignant works by members of the Wisconsin Philharmonic. \nHighlights include: \n\nA moving performance by the Wisconsin Philharmonic String Quartet\nA powerful firsthand testimony from a Holocaust Survivor\nThe inspiring history of the remarkable individuals—and the violins—that survived the Holocaust\n\nStandard Ticket: $40 | Student Ticket: $20\nGET TICKETS \nAn exclusive VIP Event will include a private viewing\, refreshments\, and private conversations with our featured speaker. Limited tickets available. Doors open at 4:30 PM. \nVIP: $300/couple\nIncludes: 2 Tickets | Delicious Kosher Buffet | Private Viewing of the Violins \nGET VIP TICKETS
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/violins-of-hope/
LOCATION:Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts\, 3270 Mitchell Park Rd\, Brookfield\, WI\, 53045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Conversation,Education,Exhibit,Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/WP_CJC_musicofthesoul_web-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250516T163007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T151425Z
UID:10000234-1758499200-1758931199@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Violins of Hope Exhibit at Concordia
DESCRIPTION:In the midst of World War II\, as Germany battled across Europe\, the Holocaust was taking place. Jewish prisoners and others targeted by the Nazis played violins in the ghettos and concentration camps. Many musicians were forced to play; others played as an act of quiet defiance. \nToday\, their music bears witness still — rising again\, stronger and more vibrant — a testament to survival\, remembrance\, and hope. \nAs part of Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra\, Concordia University Wisconsin will host an exhibit in its Art Gallery featuring a selection of these historic instruments\, some with known histories and others that remain silent witnesses to the past. \nArt Gallery (Barth 109) Hours: \n\nMon\, Sept. 22:  12:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nTues\, Sept. 23:  12:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nWed\, Sept. 24:  12:00 pm – 9:30 pm\nThurs\, Sept 25: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nFri\, Sept 26:       12:00 pm – 6:00 pm\n\nFREE EVENT \nGET TICKETS
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/violins-of-hope-at-concordia/
LOCATION:CUW Art Gallery\, 12800 N. Lakeshore Drive\, Mequon\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Concordia-Orchestra1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250610T152924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T190840Z
UID:10000242-1758823200-1758823200@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Echoes of Hope: Concord Chamber Orchestra at Milwaukee County Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of powerful music and reflection as the Concord Chamber Orchestra performs in conjunction with the Violins of Hope – Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra exhibit\, which features restored instruments that once belonged to Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust. This special hour-long performance will include a talkback with the musicians\, offering insight into the music\, the instruments\, and the stories they carry. \n\nExperience how music can preserve memory\, inspire resilience\, and connect us across time. Program provided by Violins of Hope – Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra in conjunction with the Milwaukee County Historical Society. \nDoors Open @ 5:30pm\nPerformance from 6:00pm-7:00pm\nGuests are encouraged to explore the Violins of Hope – Wisconsin Exhibit after the performance. \nCash/Credit bar available. \n\n\nTicketing Links:\n\nTickets = $15 general admission\nGET TICKETS \n\n\nMCHS Members receive a $5 discount\nGET TICKETS
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/echoes-of-hope-concord-chamber-orchestra/
LOCATION:Milwaukee County Historical Society\, 910 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Performance-Graphic-e1750359525740.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250909T210728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T163157Z
UID:10000296-1758909600-1758909600@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:A Special Shabbat Shuvah Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday evening\, September 26\, for a special Shabbat Shuvah experience featuring one of the instruments from Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra\, played by John Patek. \nOur service begins at 6:00 pm and includes a meaningful talkback conversation led by Samantha Abramson\, Executive Director of HERC\, about the powerful story of these restored violins — once played by Jewish musicians during the Holocaust and now brought back to life as instruments of memory and hope. This will be a unique opportunity to reflect together on music\, history\, and community. \nFollowing the service\, there will be a festive oneg.
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/a-special-shabbat-shuvah-experience/
LOCATION:Congregation Emanu-El B’ne Jeshurun\, 2020 W. Brown Deer Rd.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Conversation,Education,Exhibit,Performance,Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/special-shabbat-shuvah-experience-sept-26.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Emanu-El B'ne Jeshurun":MAILTO:cantor@ceebj.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250606T224429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T175002Z
UID:10000240-1759086000-1759086000@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Frankly Music presents Violins of Hope: Voices Unforgotten
DESCRIPTION:Frank Almond\, violinClay Hancock\, violinAnthony Devroye\, violaAlexander Hersh*\, celloVictor Asuncion\, piano*2025–26 Artist in Residence \nProgram:Erwin Schulhoff: Duo for Violin and Cello\, WV 75 (1925)Viktor Ullmann: String Quartet No. 3\, Op. 46 (1943)Robert Schumann: Piano Quartet in E-flat Major\, Op. 47 (1842) \nJoin us for a profoundly moving evening honoring the music and legacy of two composers whose lives and voices were silenced in the Holocaust\, along with the storied Piano Quartet of Robert Schumann. Featuring Frank Almond\, 2025–26 Artist-in-Residence cellist Alexander Hersh\, and other distinguished guests. \nThis program is presented in partnership with Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra. \nGET TICKETS
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/frankly-music-presents-violins-of-hope/
LOCATION:Milwaukee Youth Arts Center\, 325 W. Walnut Street\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exhibit,Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Violins-for-Hope-Frankly-Music-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T193000
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250703T172315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T160644Z
UID:10000256-1760211000-1760211000@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Fall Masterworks "Violins of Hope"
DESCRIPTION:Music has the power to tell stories that words alone cannot express. Join the Racine Symphony Orchestra for a profound and moving performance featuring Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra — a collection of instruments once played by Jewish musicians during the Holocaust. Restored and brought back to life\, these violins now serve as powerful symbols of remembrance and unity. \nThis special evening will feature Respighi’s Ancient Airs and Dances No. 3 and Max Richter’s evocative The Four Seasons Recomposed\, performed by violin soloist Alexander Mandl. These works bridge past and present\, honoring the voices of history while inspiring hope for the future. \nThe Violins of Hope initiative extends far beyond the stage\, inviting communities to reflect on the lessons of the past and engage in meaningful conversations about the power of music to heal and transform. We invite you to be part of this unforgettable experience. \nThis event is sponsored in part by the Racine Community Foundation\, SC Johnson Foundation\, UPAF\, Wisconsin Arts Board\, and the RAMAC Foundation. \nTicket prices are $45. \nGET TICKETS AND LEARN MORE
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/fall-masterworks-violins-of-hope/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 716 College Ave\, Racine\, WI\, 53403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Conversation,Education,Exhibit,Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EVENT-THUMBNAIL-CROP-5.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T193000
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250606T225814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T203756Z
UID:10000241-1760211000-1760211000@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Unity & Hope
DESCRIPTION:Unity & Hope brings together a powerful work of music and meaning. \nThe program features Moses in Nederland by Michael Kropf\, with violinist Sabrina Tabby. This concerto for violin soloist and orchestra is named for Kropf’s great-grandfather\, Moses Schenkein\, a European Jew living in Holland who was forced to lead his family on a dangerous and miraculous journey to escape the Holocaust. An amateur violinist and composer\, Schenkein left behind a folder of short melodic works — including settings of Hebrew and Yiddish poetry\, violin music\, and a number of tangos. As both a composer and violinist\, Kropf felt a deep kinship with his great-grandfather\, and each movement of the concerto draws from one of these inherited melodies. \nPerformances are presented in partnership with Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra. \nSingle tickets are $23. \nGET TICKETS
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/unity-hope/
LOCATION:Stefanie H. Weill Center for the Performing Arts\, 826 N Eighth St.\, Sheboygan\, WI\, 53081\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exhibit,Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20Oct11_Sabrina.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T193000
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250702T175902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T200544Z
UID:10000250-1761593400-1761593400@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Remembrance and Hope!
DESCRIPTION:The Philomusica String Quartet\, resident at Wisconsin Lutheran College\, performs Remembrance and Hope! — a concert of reflection and remembrance. This program brings together Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra\, and composers whose lives and legacies intersect with the Jewish experience and the historical memory of the Holocaust. Through music\, we bear witness not only to profound loss\, but also to the enduring power of artistic expression in the face of oppression and antisemitism. \nLocation: Wisconsin Lutheran College – Center for Arts and Performance – Schwann Hall \nGET TICKETS
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/remembrance-and-hope/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Lutheran College\, 8815 W. Wisconsin Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exhibit,Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/PQ_VOHgraphic-e1751479135161.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250829T032141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T151633Z
UID:10000294-1762300800-1769385599@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Violins of Hope: Strings of Jewish Resistance and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:ExhibitViolins of HopeStrings of Jewish Resistance and Resilience \nRun Dates: November 5\, 2025 – January 25\, 2026Location: Jewish Museum Milwaukee\, 1360 N. Prospect Ave. \nDescription:At the heart of Violins of Hope – Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO)\, is a collection of restored string instruments played by Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust. Each violin carries a story\, bearing witness to atrocity in the face of adversity and honoring those who turned to music for solace and survival. Featuring 24 of the rescued violins\, the exhibit both educates about the lessons of the Holocaust and explores the current landscape of antisemitism while celebrating Jewish culture\, contributions\, identity\, and resilience. \nAdmission: \n\nAdults – $9.00\nSeniors (60+) – $8.00\nStudents – $6.00\nChildren (6 and under) – Free\nMuseum Members – Free\nDisabled Visitors – $6.00\nMuseums for All – $3.00\nActive Duty Military – Free\n\nHours: \n\nMonday – Thursday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm\nFriday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\nSaturday: Closed\nSunday: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm\n\nIn partnership with the Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource Center.
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/from-silence-to-symphony-strings-of-jewish-resistance-and-resilience/
LOCATION:Jewish Museum Milwaukee\, 1360 N Prospect Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/JMM-VoH-Graphic-logo.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250701T152657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T153427Z
UID:10000243-1762691400-1762700400@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Live: Violins of Hope
DESCRIPTION:University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Music graduate students and recent alums will play Violins of Hope instruments as part of the Chazen’s ongoing Sunday Afternoon Live series. \nWe will also have a selection of violins available to view in the museum’s study room.\nMuseum Guides will share more about the context and history of the instruments. \nFREE EVENT\nMore details to come. \n 
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/sunday-afternoon-live-violins-of-hope/
LOCATION:Chazen Museum of Art\, 750 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exhibit,Free,Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EVENT-THUMBNAIL-CROP.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250702T182807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T140354Z
UID:10000252-1763492400-1763492400@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Resilience in Silence: Echoes of Memory and Survival
DESCRIPTION:Our program confronts history not with bombast\, but with intimacy — with music written by those who bore witness\, who suffered\, who fled\, or who refused to be silenced. \nAs part of Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra\, we do not offer a narrative of resolution. Instead\, we invite you into a space of remembrance\, witness\, and listening. \nTickets: $35 advance purchase | $40 on concert day | $10 students with ID \nGET TICKETS
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/resilience-in-silence-echoes-of-memory-and-survival/
LOCATION:Wauwatosa Presbyterian Church\, 2366 N 80th St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53213\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exhibit,Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Milwaukee-Musaik-VOH-thumbnail-e1751480871399.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTSTAMP:20260619T071609
CREATED:20250702T174627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T162343Z
UID:10000249-1764547200-1769212799@violinsofhopewisconsin.org
SUMMARY:Violins of Hope: Call and Response
DESCRIPTION:December 1\, 2025 – January 23\, 2026UWM Golda Meir Library – Special Collections (4th Floor Exhibition Gallery)Free Event | No tickets required (RSVP below) \nViolins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra\, presents Call and Response\, a powerful exhibition inviting visitors into a dialogue between history and contemporary artistic response. The gallery will feature 20 restored Holocaust-era violins from Violins of Hope—each carrying its own story of resilience—displayed alongside original visual artworks created in response by members of the Jewish Artists Collective Chicago. \nComplementing these artworks\, primary source materials from UWM Special Collections will also be on display\, offering a deeper understanding of the historical experiences connected to these extraordinary instruments. \nOpening Event — December 3\, 2025Join us for an inspiring opening program featuring historical insights from UWM Music Professor Gillian Rodger and a live performance on one of the Violins of Hope by Jamie Hofman\, Director of the UWM String Academy. \nAdditional January EventsTwo additional exhibition-related events will take place in January — details to come. \nFor more information or accommodation requests\, please contact libspecial@uwm.edu. \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/violins-of-hope-call-and-response/
LOCATION:Golda Meir Library\, 2311 E. Hartford Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Conversation,Education,Exhibit,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EVENT-THUMBNAIL-CROP-3.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR