Concert in Celebration of the 77th Anniversary of the United Nations.

A symbol of hope for global unity, UN Day is an opportunity to reaffirm our common agenda, and the principles of the UN Charter that have guided us for the past 77 years. The concert will feature a global music programme, including a performance by classical pianist Jerome Lowenthal, to symbolize a call to strengthen international cooperation, for a more peaceful future for all.  During the concert, remarks will be delivered by special guest Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. 

The United Nations Chamber Music Society- Virtual concert in celebration of World Refugee Day 2023.

On the occasion of World Refugee Day 2023 on Tuesday, 20 June, the United Nations Chamber Music Society of the United Nations Staff Recreation Council (UNCMS), in collaboration with UNHCR, the United Nations Refugee Agency, bring you this concert. World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honour refugees and all forcibly displaced people across the globe. It celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee to escape conflict, violence or persecution. Music symbolizes love and peace. In recognition of World Refugee Day, the music programme will open with music in collaboration with multi-Grammy Award winners Ricky Kej and Stewart Copeland. It will also feature music performed by Syrian refugee musicians; and will close with the world premiere the UNCMS' arrangement of "Ayibobo" (Haitian Creole for "Freedom"), composed by composed by electronic musicians Francis Mercier & Nightfreak. Founded in 2016 by Brenda Vongova, the UNCMS is dedicated to promoting the UN goals at large - through the universal language of music.

Opening Message

H.E. Mr. António Guterres, UN Secretary-General

Remarks

Filippo Grandi, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

Melissa Fleming, UN Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications

Programme RICKY KEJ (1981 - ) & STEWART COPELAND (1952 - ) "Our Home" (Arranged by: Ricky Kej & Vanil Veigas. Orchestral arrangement: Srikant Krishna) Performed by: Ricky Kej, National UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador in India (Keyboards) Abi K. Safa (Vocals) (Afghan refugee living in India) Anjana Padmanabhan (Indian Vocals) UN Chamber Music Society: Brenda Vongova (Artistic Director & Piano), Hana Mundiya (Violin), Elaine He (Violin), Noémie Chemali (Viola), Eliana Razzino Yang (Cello) Produced by: Ricky Kej, Vanil Veigas "Aatini Nay" (Lyrics from Gebran Khalil Gebran, Composed by Nagib Hankache)| (arr. A Bu for the UN Chamber Music Society) | Courtesy of "Voix de l'Orient" (A.Chahine & Fils) Meer Mahmoud (Guitar / Syrian Refugee Musician) Hana Mundiya (Violin), Noémie Chemali (Viola), May Endy (Cello), Brenda Vongova (Piano) Edward Bilous (Audio Production), Marco Sabatini (Mix Engineer)

FRANCIS MERCIER (1988 - ), NITEFREAK (1991 - ) Ayibobo (Haitian Creole for "Freedom") (arr. A Bu for the UN Chamber Music Society) Lenny Auguste (Singer and Lyricist) UN Chamber Music Society: Brenda Vongova (Artistic Director & Piano), Tristan Siegel (Violin), Naoko Nakajima (Violin), James Kang (Viola), Elena Ariza (Cello) Mickey Alexander (Mix Engineer/Mastering Engineer/Co-Producer), James Wu (Recording Engineer)

Sending support to homeless women.

Sending support to homeless women in the New York community, on 2021 World Day for Social Justice, Saturday, February 20th at 12:00pm EST, the UN Chamber Music Society of the United Nations Staff Recreation Council (UNCMS) will launch a virtual concert

Concert in Celebration of Russian Language Day 2021.

On Sunday, 6 June 2021, the UN Chamber Music Society of the United Nations Staff Recreation Council (UNCMS) will present a virtual concert in celebration of UN Russian Language Day, which will celebrate the linguistic and cultural diversity of humanity, particularly through Russian language and music. 

Russian Language Day is commemorated annually on June 6th, on the birthday of the great Russian poet A.S. Pushkin, within the framework of the program to support and develop multilingualism.

The concert will open with remarks by H.E. Mr. Vassily A. Nebenzia, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Russia to the United Nations, and will feature performances by special guest artists of the Moscow Art Theatre: Vassiy, Anjelika & Anastasia Nemirovich-Danchenko.

Language Days at the United Nations were introduced to celebrate multilingualism and cultural diversity and promote the equal use of the six official languages ​​across the Organization. These days are also an opportunity to sensitize the United Nations community to the history, culture and use of each of these languages.  Founded in 2016, the UNCMS is dedicated to promoting the UN goals at large - through the universal language of music. 

Celebratio of the Arabic's historic role in the development of art and science.

On Saturday, 18 December 2021, the Chamber Music Society (UNCMS) have presented a virtual concert in celebration of World Arabic Language Day. 

One of the most widely spoken languages in the world, Arabic is a pillar of the cultural diversity of humanity.  In celebration of World Arabic Language Day, and Arabic's historic role in the development of art and science, the programme will feature a variety of popular and classical music from the Arab region. 

The opening will present  'I Lift My Eyes' composed by Christopher Tin, 2x Grammy Award Winning Composer – sung by Lebanese singer-songwriter Abeer Nehme.  Throughout the concert, "Magic Carpets" artwork by Saks Afridi will be presented. 

Opening remarks will be delivered by H.E. Mr. Mohammed Hussein Bahr Aluloom, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Iraq to the United Nations, and Chair of the Arab Group for the month of December 2021.  Founded in 2016, the UN Chamber Music Society is dedicated to promoting the United Nations' goals and values at large - through the universal language of music.

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MESSAGE

H.E. Mr. António Guterres, UN Secretary-General

OPENING REMARKS

H.E. Mr. Mohammed Hussein Bahr Aluloom, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Iraq to the United Nations, Chair of the Arab Group for the month of December 2021

UN Chamber Music Society of the United Nations Staff Recreation Council Brenda Vongova, Artistic Director & Piano

FEATURING:

'I Lift My Eyes' composed by Christopher Tin, 2x Grammy Award Winning Composer sung by Abeer Nehme, Lebanese Singer/Songwriter

"Magic Carpets" artwork by Saks Afridi

PROGRAMME

CHRISTOPHER TIN (1976 - ) 'I Lift My Eyes' Abeer Nehme (Lebanese Singer), UN Chamber Music Society: Brenda Vongova (Piano), Hana Mundiya (Violin I), Jeremy Kienbaum (Violin II), Noémie Chemali (Viola), Derek Louie (Cello), Kohei Yamaguchi (Bass), Jamie Papish (Percussion), Sandro Friedrich (Duduk), Angel City Chorale "The Becoming" by Saks Afridi

GHIYA RUSHIDAT (1984 -) Izar Hana Mundiya (Violin), Rohan Mundiya (Violin), Florrie Marshall (Viola), Drake Driscoll (Cello), James Quinlan (Double Bass), Brenda Vongova (Piano) "Woven Heart 2021" by Saks Afridi

Mary Kouyoumdjian (1983 - )  The Revolt of the Stars Noémie Chemali (Viola) "Woven Desert" by Saks Afridi

KADIM AL SAHIR (1957 - ) Eid al ashak "Celebration of lovers" Flute Solo (Amir), Hana Mundiya (Violin), Rohan Mundiya (Violin), Florrie Marshall (Viola), Drake Driscoll (Cello), Alec Manasse (Clarinet), Tom Betsalel (Percussion) "Illusion 2021" by Saks Afridi

perform a tribute concert to the homeless

On the UN International Day of Charity, the UN Chamber Music Society of the United Nations Staff Recreation Council (UNCMS) will perform a tribute concert to the homeless – in the spirit and call of strengthened global solidarity, focused on the need.

UN CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY VIRTUAL CONCERT IN CELEBRATION OF FRENCH LANGUAGE DAY 2023 AT THE UNITED NATIONS.

 On Monday, 20 March 2023, the UN Chamber Music Society of the United Nations Staff Recreation Council will present a virtual concert in partnership with the Permanent Mission of France to the United Nations and the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF).  The concert will take place on French Language Day, and will also honor the month of Francophonie – by celebrating the linguistic and cultural diversity of humanity, particularly through French language and music.

Language Days at the United Nations were introduced to celebrate multilingualism and cultural diversity and promote the equal use of the six official languages ​​across the Organization. These days are also an opportunity to sensitize the United Nations community to the history, culture and use of each of these languages.  Founded in 2016, the UNCMS is dedicated to promoting the UN goals at large - through the universal language of music. 

OPENING MESSAGES

H.E. Mr. Nicolas de Riviere Ambassador and Permannet Representative of France to the United Nations Ambassador Ifigeneia Kontoleontos Permanent Observer for the Interational Organization of La Francophonie to the United Nations UN Chamber Music Society of the United Nations Staff Recreation Council Brenda Vongova, Artistic Director  

FEATURING ARTISTS Music by Composer Eric Neveux - From the Motion Picture "Do son vivant" ("Peaceful") Directed by Emmanuelle Bercot, starring Catherine Deneuve, Benoit Magimel, Cécile de France and Dr. Gabriel Sara.

MUSIC PROGRAMME

ERIC NEVEUX (1972 - ) Music from the motion picture "De son vivant" ("Peaceful") directed by Emmanuelle Bercot, starring Catherine Deneuve and Benoît Magimel (arr. James McWilliam for the UN Chamber Music Society); (c) Studiocanal

- Les Films du Kiosque - Unkle Productions © 2020 - Laurent CHAMPOUSSIN / LES FILMS DU KIOSQUE Hana Mundiya (Violin), Rohan Mundiya (Violin), Jeremy Kienbaum (Viola), May Endy (Cello), Brenda Vongova (Piano)

JEAN-PHILIPPE RAMEAU (1683 - 1764) Les Boréades, RCT 31, Act IV, Sc.IV: Entrée de Polimnie Hana Mundiya (Violin), Rohan Mundiya (Violin), Jeremy Kienbaum (Viola), May Endy (Cello)

JOSEPH BOLOGNE CHEVALIER DE SAINT-GEORGES (1745-1799)  Quartet in g minor, I. Allegro Airi Yoshioka (Violin); David Yang (Viola); Nancy Snider (Cello); Brenda Vongova (Piano) SPECIAL THANKS UN Department of Global Communications Klavierhaus James Wu, Recording Engineer Emmanuelle Bercot Dr. Gabriel Sara Eric Neveux Coralie Cournil Jeanne Calas Rebecca Dixuan Bai, Video Editor.



VIRTUAL GLOBAL LAUNCH: UNITED NATIONS Monday, 20 March 2023 9:00am EST (New York Time) WATCH THE PERFORMANCE: UNITED NATIONS UN Global YouTube: http://youtube.com/unitednations UN WebTV: http://webtv.un.org/

A virtual concert in celebration of the United Nations’ 77th Anniversary.

On Monday, 24 October 2022, the UN Chamber Music Society (UNCMS) will present a virtual concert in celebration of the United Nations’ 77th Anniversary. A symbol of hope for global unity, UN Day is an opportunity to reaffirm our common agenda, and the principles of the UN Charter that have guided us for the past 77 years. The concert will feature a global music programme, including a performance by classical pianist Jerome Lowenthal, to symbolize a call to strengthen international cooperation, for a more peaceful future for all. During the concert, remarks will be delivered by special guest Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. Founded in 2016, the UN Chamber Music Society is dedicated to promoting the United Nations’ goals and values at large - through the universal language of music.

Tribute Concert to the Homeless on the International Day of Charity.

On the UN International Day of Charity, the UN Chamber Music Society of the United Nations Staff Recreation Council (UNCMS) will perform a tribute concert to the homeless – in the spirit and call of strengthened global solidarity, focused on the needs of the poorest and most vulnerable. The United Nations recognizes that eradicating poverty in all its forms and dimensions, including extreme poverty, is the greatest global challenge and an indispensable requirement for sustainable development. Opening remarks will be delivered by Olivier Adam, the Executive Coordinator of UN Volunteers. The performance will be delivered in collaboration with Professors Carol Rodland and Professor Natasha Brofsky from the Juilliard School, together with the members of the UN Chamber Music Society, dedicated to promoting the United Nations' goals and values at large - through the universal language of music.

Virtual Concert in Celebration of World Refugee Day | UN Chamber Music Society.

On the occasion of World Refugee Day on Tuesday, 20 June 2023, the UN Chamber Music Society of the United Nations Staff Recreation Council (UNCMS), in collaboration with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, bring you this concert. World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honour refugees and all forcibly displaced people across the globe. It celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee to escape conflict, violence or persecution. World Refugee Day is an occasion to build empathy and understanding for their plight and to support refugees in rebuilding their lives. --- Music symbolizes love and peace. In recognition of World Refugee Day, the music programme will open with music in collaboration with multi-Grammy Award winners Ricky Kej and Stewart Copeland. It will also feature music performed by Syrian refugee musicians; and will close with the world premiere the UNCMS’ arrangement of “Ayibobo” (Haitian Creole for "Freedom"), composed by composed by electronic musicians Francis Mercier & Nightfreak. Founded in 2016 by Brenda Vongova, the UNCMS is dedicated to promoting the UN goals at large - through the universal language of music. Opening Message - H.E. Mr. António Guterres, UN Secretary-General Remarks - Filippo Grandi, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees - Melissa Fleming, UN Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications Programme RICKY KEJ (1981 - ) & STEWART COPELAND (1952 - ) "Our Home" (Arranged by: Ricky Kej & Vanil Veigas. Orchestral arrangement: Srikant Krishna) Performed by: Ricky Kej, National UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador in India (Keyboards) Abi K. Safa (Vocals) (Afghan refugee living in India) Anjana Padmanabhan (Indian Vocals) UN Chamber Music Society: Brenda Vongova (Artistic Director & Piano), Hana Mundiya (Violin), Elaine He (Violin), Noémie Chemali (Viola), Eliana Razzino Yang (Cello) Produced by: Ricky Kej, Vanil Veigas “Aatini Nay” (Lyrics from Gebran Khalil Gebran, Composed by Nagib Hankache) | (arr. A Bu for the UN Chamber Music Society) | Courtesy of “Voix de l’Orient” (A.Chahine & Fils) Meer Mahmoud (Guitar / Syrian Refugee Musician) Hana Mundiya (Violin), Noémie Chemali (Viola), May Endy (Cello), Brenda Vongova (Piano) Edward Bilous (Audio Production), Marco Sabatini (Mix Engineer) FRANCIS MERCIER (1988 - ), NITEFREAK (1991 - ) Ayibobo (Haitian Creole for "Freedom") (arr. A Bu for the UN Chamber Music Society) Lenny Auguste (Singer and Lyricist) UN Chamber Music Society: Brenda Vongova (Artistic Director & Piano), Tristan Siegel (Violin), Naoko Nakajima (Violin), James Kang (Viola), Elena Ariza (Cello) Mickey Alexander (Mix Engineer/Mastering Engineer/Co-Producer), James Wu (Recording Engineer) Support UNHCR by donating to https://donate.unhcr.org

On Saturday, 20 March 2021, the UN Chamber Music Society of the United Nations Staff Recreation Council (UNCMS) will present a virtual concert in partnership with the Permanent Mission of France to the United Nations and the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF). The concert will take place on French Language Day, and will also honor the month of Francophonie – by celebrating the linguistic and cultural diversity of humanity, particularly through French language and music. Language Days at the United Nations were introduced to celebrate multilingualism and cultural diversity and promote the equal use of the six official languages across the Organization. These days are also an opportunity to sensitize the United Nations community to the history, culture and use of each of these languages. Founded in 2016, the UNCMS is dedicated to promoting the UN goals at large - through the universal language of music. Opening remarks will be delivered by H.E. Mr. Nicolas de Rivière, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations, and H.E. Mr. Léon Kacou Adom Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Côte d'Ivoire to the United Nations, Chairman of the Group of Francophone Ambassadors.