By Kathleen Suss, Concordia Conservatory
April 17, 2024: On Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6, Concordia Conservatory proudly marked the culmination of the 20th anniversary season of its esteemed Hoch Chamber Music Concert Series with an unforgettable evening, A Night in Budapest.
This event not only signified a milestone for the Conservatory but also heralded a momentous occasion as the final concert of the 2023-24 season debuted for the first time at the Conservatory’s Stamford location on Friday, April 5. And it officially closed this exceptional season at The Reformed Church of Bronxville on Saturday, April 6.
Artistic Director and violist, Lawrence Dutton was joined by Elizabeth Lim-Dutton and Conservatory faculty, Emanouil Manolov on violins, Junah Chung, on viola, and Estelle Choi & Zhihao Wu on cello in an exquisite blend of classical masterpieces to Budapest's esteemed composers, Bela Bartok and Erno Dohnányi. The second half of the program included a grand finale with Brahms’ String Sextet No. 2 in G Major, captivating audiences. This concert is sponsored by Dee and Maureen McAllister of Bronxville and the Series is underwritten by a major gift from Jim Hoch in honor of his late wife Mary C. Hoch.
For two decades, Concordia Conservatory's Hoch Chamber Music Concert Series has remained steadfast in its mission to enrich communities across Westchester and now Fairfield County with exceptional musical experiences. Through its unwavering dedication, the Conservatory continues to share the transformative power of music with audiences of all ages, fostering a deeper appreciation for the arts and inspiring future generations of musicians.