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SUMMARY:Lights in Winter: Community Meal
DESCRIPTION:Lights in Winter: Violins of Hope Community Meal\nJoin us for a reflective community meal\, featuring a curated menu of food inspired by Hanukkah traditions\, prepared by Milwaukee Public Library’s Cargill Community Kitchen Consultant. Attendees will enjoy a delicious array of dishes while learning more about Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra\, and the importance of music and instrument making within the historical context of this exhibit. \nCapacity: 90 attendeesFree \nREGISTER
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/community-meal/
LOCATION:Mitchell Street Branch Library\, 906 W Historic Mitchell St.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251204
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SUMMARY:Spectacular Christmas Festival
DESCRIPTION:The highlight of this year’s Christmas Spectacular is the partnership with Violins of Hope – Wisconsin presented by the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra. As part of this special collaboration\, six historic instruments from the Violins of Hope collection and the powerful stories they carry will be featured\, performed by soloists from the Falls Baptist Music School.  Nestled within this beloved annual community tradition—complete with a full light show\, children’s choir\, symphony orchestra\, and a 100+ voice choir—this intimate presentation of hope and resilience demonstrates the triumph of light over darkness\, adding even greater brilliance to the message of peace and hope for our world. \nJoin us for one of three performances\, and be sure to attend a 20-minute pre-concert talk or post-concert discussion to hear the inspiring stories behind these extraordinary instruments. \n\nThursday\, December 4 at 4:00 p.m.\nFriday\, December 5 at 7:00 p.m.\, pre-concert talk at 6:00 pm \nSaturday\, December 6 at 2:00 p.m.\, post-concert talk following the concert\n\nFree Event (please register below)\nREGISTER
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/spectacular-christmas-festival/
LOCATION:Falls Baptist Church\, N69W12703 Appleton Ave\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260124
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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
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SUMMARY:Violins of Hope: Music and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra\, in partnership with Milwaukee Rep’s production of Come From Away. Experience an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling featuring violins that survived the Holocaust. With live performances of music created during the Holocaust and other works born from times of pain and struggle\, along with a panel discussion\, this event honors community\, remembrance\, and the healing power of music — echoing the spirit of Come From Away. Light refreshments will follow. \nCome From Away has ticket prices\, but this event\, held immediately afterward\, is free to attend. \nGET TICKETS
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/violins-of-hope-music-and-resilience/
LOCATION:Herzfeld Education and Engagement Center\, 108 East Wells Street\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Conversation,Education,Free,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T193000
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SUMMARY:Chamber Music Milwaukee: Music in the Times of War
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Music Milwaukee presents a concert exploring the theme of music in times of war\, including works connected to the Holocaust. As part of Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra\, Jamie Hofman\, Director of UWM String Academy\, will perform on one of the historic violins from the collection. \nThe concert will be preceded by a talk from Jewish educator Jody Hirsh\, who will share historical context about the featured violin and its remarkable journey. \nMore information can be found on the Peck School of the Arts events page. \nTickets: Not required — this event is free and open to the publicLocation: UWM Music Building\, Recital Hall 175\, 3203 N. Downer Avenue\, Milwaukee\, WI 53211
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/music-in-the-times-of-war/
LOCATION:UWM Music Building\, 3203 N. Downer Avenue\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Performance
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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
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SUMMARY:Teryl Dobbs: "Experiencing Music in the Holocaust"
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Holocaust: Expressions of Hope and Horror\nPresented in partnership with Violins of Hope – Wisconsin\, a project of the Milwaukee Youth Symphony OrchestraFeaturing Dr. Teryl (Teri) Dobbs\, Professor Emerita\, UW–Madison \nMusic in the Holocaust is often perceived as a means of hope\, resistance\, and inspiration. However\, a darker side also existed: the Nazi regime employed music as propaganda\, for inciting riots\, and even as a form of torture. Hence\, music was experienced in profoundly different ways—it could soothe\, comfort\, and inspire hope as well as serve as a source of pain. \nJoin Dr. Teryl (Teri) Dobbs\, Professor Emerita at the University of Wisconsin–Madison\, for a public talk exploring the complicated musical experience of the Holocaust. \nPresented as part of the Violins of Hope – Wisconsin residency\, this event reflects the project’s mission to illuminate the resilience of the human spirit through the stories of restored instruments that survived the Holocaust.
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/teryl-dobbs-experiencing-music-in-the-holocaust/
LOCATION:Chazen Museum of Art\, 750 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
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SUMMARY:Play Your Part
DESCRIPTION:Join MYSO for Play Your Part 2025\, featuring performances from every MYSO ensemble on two main stages over two days: three symphony orchestras\, seven string orchestras\, two wind ensembles\, two flute choirs\, numerous jazz combos\, and two steel bands. \nAs part of Violins of Hope-Wisconsin\, MYSO pays tribute to the rich cultural legacy of Jewish composers and the profound stories of the instruments that have endured across generations. As we honor the individuals who once played these violins—and the lives\, identities\, and history they represent—we invite you to experience music as a powerful force for connection and remembrance. \nThis thoughtfully curated program features works by Jewish composers and pieces inspired by Jewish themes\, interwoven with music that speaks to universal ideals of hope\, peace\, and the human spirit. \nThrough music\, we remember. Through music\, we connect. Through music\, we look toward a future shaped by compassion. \nAdmission is free. This is a no-tickets-required open house event.  \nPerformance Schedule\nSaturday\, November 1\, 2025\nLarge Ensembles in Harris Theater\n\nPrelude Orchestra: 11:30 am – 12:00 pm\nSenior Symphony: 12:15 – 1:00 pm\nProgressions: 1:15 – 1:50 pm\nChamber Flute Ensemble & Flute Chorale: 2:05 – 2:45 pm\nPrelude Wind Ensemble: 3:05 – 3:45 pm\nWind Ensemble 4:00 – 4:45 pm\n\nJazz Combos and Steel Bands in Dawes Studio\n\nConnection: 10:30-11:00 am\nEffect: 11:00-11:30 am\nTemplate: 11:30 am-12:00 pm\nSummit: 12:00-12:30 pm\nRumba: 12:30-1:00 pm\nCalypso & Soca: 1:15-2:15 pm\nCornerstone: 2:30-3:00 pm\nOutlook: 3:00-3:30 pm\nApex: 3:30-4:00 pm\nBronzeville Jazz Ensemble: 4:00-4:30 pm\n\nSunday\, November 2\, 2025\nLarge Ensembles in Harris Theater\n\nPhilharmonia: 2:00 – 2:45 pm\nString Orchestras North & Central: 3:00 – 3:30 pm\nSinfonia: 3:45 – 4:30 pm\nString Orchestras South & West: 4:45 – 5:15 pm\nMetropolitan Symphony Orchestra: 5:30 – 6:15 pm\n\n 
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/play-your-part/
LOCATION:Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts\, 3270 Mitchell Park Rd\, Brookfield\, WI\, 53045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:general@myso.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T193000
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CREATED:20250701T155917Z
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SUMMARY:A Musical Celebration and Historical Awareness of Jewish Composers and their Instruments of Hope
DESCRIPTION:This concert will feature works by Jewish composers and seminal compositions performed on instruments from Violins of Hope: Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra\, played by some of our student musicians. Serving as the concluding event of the residency at Concordia University\, the program offers a meaningful close to this historic and moving series. \nLocation: Concordia University: Chapel of Christ Triumphant \nFREE EVENT\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/violins-of-hope-wisconsin-at-concordia-university-concluding-concert/
LOCATION:Concordia University Wisconsin\, 12800 N. Lakeshore Drive\, Mequon\, WI\, 53097\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T190000
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SUMMARY:Violins of Hope-Wisconsin Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Grand Opening \nBe part of an unforgettable evening as we officially open Violins of Hope – Wisconsin\, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra. This inspiring residency shares the stories of restored instruments that once belonged to Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust — powerful symbols of hope\, remembrance\, and the enduring power of music. \nWe are honored to welcome Avshalom Weinstein\, owner of the Violins of Hope collection\, who will offer special remarks and share his perspective on this remarkable project. Following the program\, guests will have the opportunity to meet Avshalom in person. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 17\, 2025Program starts: 7:30 PM   (Doors Open: 7:00 PM)Location: Will be released 48 hours prior to event via emailSponsored by: The JCC Libby Temkin Endowment for the Arts \nThe Grand Opening will set the stage for the weeks ahead\, featuring stirring performances\, compelling stories\, and a first look at the instruments that will be at the heart of programs and concerts across Wisconsin. \nFor more details\, visit our event page. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org/event/grand-opening/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Free,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="MYSO":MAILTO:dena@odvant.com
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