Gig Alert! Music Unites Brings You Russian Violinist Mikhail Simonyan, Monday 6/14, at City Winery

June 10th, 2010 by Alex Edelstein

Teaming with Beethoven Not Bullets and City Winery, the NYC non-profit Music Unites will present a classical music showcase on Monday, June 14th, featuring acclaimed Russian violinist Mikhail Simonyan, supported by members of The New York Philharmonic.

Mikhail Simonyan

Proceeds from the event (ticket info below) will benefit the Afghanistan National Institute of Music.

Considered a national superstar since he burst onto the scene as a teenager in 1999, Simonyan has seen his career dramatically blossom, culminating in a reception from President Vladimir Putin in acknowledgment of his status as one of Russia’s most promising musicians.

In an effort to bring music and music education to under-served, underpriviledged communities, Music Unites has developed programs that “connect people through the universality of music by providing communities with opportunities for a rich musical experience.” Through music education programs in urban schools and accessible artist showcases, the non-profit group has been dutifully supporting the next generation of New York City’s music and culture. Partnering with Beethoven Not Bullets, Music Unites takes these efforts global.

So come out Monday night, June 14th, to the City Winery (Doors at 8PM), and lend your ears to Simonyan and musicians from the New York Philharmonic, all while supporting the Afghanistan National Institute of Music.

For more information about the event or to purchase tickets ($30 General Admission; $50 VIP Admission), visit Music Unites.