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Violins of Hope events
with the Philharmonic Society of Orange County ​​​​​​
Saturday, May 31 - Tuesday, June 10, 2025

The Philharmonic Society of Orange County is honored to present Violins of Hope: Concerts, Educational programs and community engagements featuring a collection of over 60 string instruments owned by Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust.

Father and son luthiers, Amnon and Avshalom Weinstein, have lovingly restored these instruments, preserving the incredible stories they tell. Amnon Weinstein passed away on March 4, 2024, but his extraordinary legacy lives on through this collection, ensuring that the memories and music of those who suffered are never forgotten.

Each instrument echos the voice of its owner: "Remember me, remember us. Life is a blessing. Celebrate it for those who perished, for those who survived. For all people."

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OPENING EVENT: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 2pm
Hilbert Museum of California Art

Featuring a discussion with Violins of Hope co-founder Avshi Weinstein (Amnon’s son), Violins of Hope author James Grymes and include a short performance by violinist Niv Ashkenazi.

Free but reservations are required

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JCoOC is a proud co-sponsor of
Uniting Orange County through Relational Dialogue
Sunday June 8th, 2:30PM- 4:30PM
CSU Fullerton, Titan Student Union Pavilion | 800 North State College Blvd in Fullerton

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