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The Music and Love Concert today took place at the Raphael House. Gabriel and I were a little nervous because the first performance was our piano duet, Danz Havana. We had practiced this piece for a month, but we were still worried we might make a mistake since playing a duet requires close coordination with your partner. Luckily, we did not make any mistakes this time. After our duet, we enjoyed several beautiful violin pieces performed by Elaine, Riddhima, and Rishita, as well as some passionate piano pieces played by Frankie, Jeremy, Jacob, and Ayan. It started drizzling outside, but inside it felt warm and sweet, filled with lovely music. Momo’s violin performance of Violin Concerto No. 1 by Niccolò Paganini was very long, but we were all completely immersed in her fabulous playing. The music sometimes flowed fast like a river, and sometimes it became calm and deep, touching our spirits. We also heard two more duets. One was a violin duet by Esther and Faith, and the other was a piano duet by Allie and Sophia. We could truly feel the coordination between the partners. Both performances were fantastic! My favorite piece was the Bassoon Concerto performed by Chloe on the bassoon. I had never heard a bassoon performance before. It produces a warm, woody, and sometimes slightly buzzy sound that deeply attracted me. The concert was very successful today. Sadly, we didn’t see the living center’s cat, Isabella. We’ll try to find her next time! (Reported by Grace Zhou)
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 My experience at the Manor House today was extremely friendly. I have had many great times playing with my brother at the manorhouse over the previous sessions. For example, meeting all the seniors and discussing life with them has been one of the many reasons for wanting to go play here. Another reason is just playing the piano itself. Playing for the elderly is extremely relaxing and easy. This is why I enjoy playing for them specifically. (Reported by Stephen Chen)
Today’s Music and Love performance coincided with Valentine’s Day, and as a result, our musicians handed out different colored roses to the seniors, who were vocally grateful for this act of kindness. The concert began with pieces like Prelude, some parts building suspense, some parts light and airy. A few other songs consisted of two voices, swapping roles and decorating the piece with a multitude of grace notes. Then came more low, legato, and graceful songs, rich and melodious. The audience appreciated this change by nodding their heads happily and clapping louder. The highlight of this concert were two pieces by the saxophone, causing great reactions from the seniors. The seniors gasped in recognition, closed their eyes, and sang along. The pieces that followed weaved in bold accents, while also keeping the delicate, emotionally touching feel. One might describe them as “romantic” because of the dreamy, nostalgic atmosphere. Next came a violin piece that sounded like the season of spring, brightly uplifting, but also adding in twists and turns to the melody. Afterwards, the piano piece was light and fluffy, slow and thoughtful. Then, came a stark contrast from the previous song, a unique jazzy beat. The audience made hand gestures along with the music. Concluding this concert was a fast, technical piece that was well-played and thoughtful. Overall, this performance reflected the spirit of community service, as the Valentine’s roses created genuine moments of connection and gratitude between the musicians and the seniors. (Reported by Angelina Lin)
This Valentine's Day, our Music and Love Shenyang branch had the incredible opportunity to team up with the Little Sea Turtle Special Education School for a day filled with art and music. As a student-led organization, our mission is to bridge cultures through the universal language of music and foster a sense of social responsibility through China-U.S. youth collaboration. The day started with a one-on-one painting session. Each of us, middle and high school volunteers, was paired with a child from the school. Even though some of the children with autism don't speak much, we found a way to "talk" through our paintbrushes. Seeing their bright, creative ideas come to life on canvas was honestly the best part of the morning. Later, we took our celebration to WanDa Plaza. We set up an art gallery to show off the kids' amazing paintings to the public. But the real highlight was the performance stage! We sang and danced right alongside the children, showing everyone that music truly has no boundaries. A really cool moment was when we all gathered to watch a special video on the big screen of students in the U.S. performing for us. Even though we are thousands of miles apart, it felt like we were all one big team. This experience taught us that being a "global leader" isn't just a title—it’s about having the compassion to serve others. We are so proud to use music and art to bring our communities and our two countries a little closer together. (Reported by Allie Rui)
Today, Music and Love’s performers visited Cogir Senior Center. It was a freezing day, but everyone was still excited to perform. Natalie Chen played the flute and piano very well, and Samuel’s piano performance was beautiful and touched the audience. Allie and Samuel played the duet Prelude and Allegro, and the audience gave them big applause. We are thankful to the audience and the senior center for their support, and a big thank you to all the performers and parents for making this event special. (Reported by Faith Tian)
On Sunday afternoon, February 8, 2026, we had a Music and Love Concert at Raphael House. The concert started at 2:00 PM, and it was very fun and exciting. Many students played the piano, and one student danced ballet. We heard lots of beautiful music, like Chopin Nocturne, Fur Elise, Scarborough Fair, and even a happy song called Happy Farmer. Some songs were calm and soft, and some were fast and exciting. The ballet dance was very graceful, and the dancer moved beautifully with the music. All the musicians were brave and played on stage in front of the audience. At the end of the concert, each musician received a Lunar New Year gift. It was a special way to celebrate music, love, and the Lunar New Year together. It was a wonderful concert, and we hope to see everyone soon! (Reported by Timmy Li)
Young musicians from the nonprofit organization Music and Love recently visited Byron House nursing home to share an afternoon of music with residents. The performance brought together several talented student musicians who played violin and piano, creating a warm and uplifting atmosphere for the seniors. One of the highlights of the event was a performance by Stephen Chen, an exceptionally talented young musician. Stephen performed four pieces, captivating the audience with his technical skill and expressive playing. In particular, his performance of Bach’s Prelude and Fugue in C-sharp Major left a strong impression on the residents, who were visibly amazed and deeply appreciative of his artistry. The event reflected the mission of Music and Love— using music to build connections and bring comfort and joy to the community. The seniors at Byron House greatly enjoyed the performances, and the young musicians gained a meaningful experience by sharing their talents and brightening the day for others. (Reported by Alex Jiang)
Today I had the opportunity to represent Music and Love at the MLK Day of Service Volunteer & Resource fair, where different groups and organizations came together to advertise what they do. It was such a fun and meaningful experience, and I really enjoyed getting to be part of it. At our stand, I explained to a lot of people what Music and Love is and what we do. I talked about our mission and how we use music to spread positivity and connect with others. It was really nice seeing people genuinely interested and asking questions about our work. By the end of the fair, we had gained new followers and subscribers, which felt really rewarding. We also gained some volunteers who were interested in helping out with Music and Love, which was super exciting. It made me feel like what we’re doing actually matters and that people really want to be part of it. One of my favorite parts of the day was walking around with my peers and looking at what other people were advertising. There were so many creative and inspiring ideas, and it was cool to see how passionate everyone was about their own projects. We created stuffed animals for foster care, made cards for the Children's Inn at NIH, and packed food and daily necessities for those in need. Overall, the indoor vendor fair was an amazing experience. It helped us spread the word about Music and Love. To grow our community, and connect with many new people. (Reported by Esther Tian)
On a cloudy day in January, Music and Love visited Raphael House. Caitlyn opened the concert with a beautiful concerto on the piano, followed by Candice playing an upbeat song called "Happy Farmer." Isis performed an elegant piece on the pipa, a traditional Chinese instrument, called "Dance of Yi People." The pipa made a wonderful sound. Frankie played "Lunar Eclipse," a piece that sounded as mysterious as a real lunar eclipse. Ethan performed Etude in A Minor by Sibelius, a fast paced and exciting piece. Alex Mao performed Humoresque on the cello. The deep bass notes from the cello filled the room with a comforting feeling. Finally, Faith and Esther performed a duet of Libertango, a haunting melody, but invigorating all the same. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the concert today as always. Music and Love will perform again soon to bring smiles to our community! (Reported by Selena Ritschel)
On a Sunday morning, Music and Love performed for the people at the Manorhouse. The people who came to perform played a large range of musical pieces. Some played exciting and fast-paced songs, like Prokofiev Toccata Op. 11. Meanwhile others specialized in emotion and feeling, like Time to Say Goodbye. The audience greatly appreciated our musical talent, with rounding applause at the end. The musical instruments were also very interesting too. Annie Kang brought a full-size harp, while Ethan Xing vocalized his pieces. Overall, I learned a lot about music that makes me feel appreciative about sharing positive feelings through musical pieces. (Reported by Noah Chen)
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