A patron benefit concert for the Music Society of the Future (MSF), generously hosted by Prinzessin Irina zu Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg and Severyn Ashkenazy

Experience an intimate evening of music celebrating the launch of the MSF. Founder, Executive, and Artistic Director Nikka Gershman will introduce the MSF’s mission to preserve the flame of classical music while championing visionary artists and new creative perspectives. The program features an exquisite selection of music performed by the leadership and Artistic Collaborators of the MSF: Nikka Gershman (flute), Elliot Lippy (cello), Isaac Parlin (piano), and George Ng (viola). Patrons are invited to meet the artists and enjoy a dessert reception following the concert.

All proceeds support the MSF’s inaugural season and are 100% tax-deductible.
Suggested minimum donation: $150+ per ticket

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Program

J.S. Bach—N. Gershman: Partita No. 6 in E minor, BWV 830
I. Toccata (arr. flute/cello)
Nikka Gershman, Flute
Elliot Lippy, Cello

N. Gershman: Atonement Sonata for Flute and Piano
I. Contritio cordis
Nikka Gershman, Flute
Isaac Parlin, Piano

J.S. Bach: Cello Suite No. 5 in C minor, BWV 1011
IV. Sarabande
George Ng, Viola

D. Shostakovich—N. Gershman: Piano Trio No. 2 in E minor, Op. 67
III. Largo, IV. Allegretto–Adagio (arr. flute/cello/piano)
Nikka Gershman, Flute
Elliot Lippy, Cello
Isaac Parlin, Piano