Conway Hall presents a night where music transcends boundaries, with Accademia dell’Opera and Amber Trust.
Opera, jazz, and Broadway come together in a powerful celebration of music without limits. This charity fundraising concert draws a compelling connection between the impossible loves of Porgy and Bess and West Side Story with the timeless heartbreak of Italian opera—from I Capuleti e i Montecchi to La Traviata, Un Ballo in Maschera, and Andrea Chénier.
Accademia dell’Opera (AOI) founder Massimo Modoni will take the stage alongside Brian Hughes and the rising stars of AOI, performing with Amber Trust artists, whose talent shines brightly in every note. Hughes will also bring the golden age of American music to life with dazzling New York big band classics from the ‘40s and ‘50s, bridging operatic grandeur with the energy of modern performance.
The evening will also feature an unforgettable performance by Derek Paravicini, the celebrated jazz pianist whose remarkable musical abilities and spontaneous improvisations have earned him international acclaim. Paravicini’s performances are a testament to the transformative power of music and its ability to inspire, regardless of circumstance.
This event is more than just a concert—it’s a testament to the power of music to break barriers. Amber Trust supports musicians with visual impairments in pursuing their artistic passions, while AOI offers world-class opera training to the most promising talents, regardless of their financial or social backgrounds.
Prepare for an evening of passion, drama, and musical excellence—where tradition meets innovation, and art unites us all.
The Amber Trust is a charity founded in 1995 with the aim to provide blind and partially sighted children, including those with additional disabilities, the best possible chance to meet their musical needs and aspirations. It has grown to become the only national charity dedicated to supporting vision impaired children with their musical development and education. Find out more here.
A Night Where Music Transcends Boundaries
Opera, jazz, and Broadway come together in a powerful celebration of music without limits. This special concert draws a compelling connection between the impossible loves of Porgy and Bess and West Side Story with the timeless heartbreak of Italian opera—from I Capuleti e i Montecchi to La Traviata, Un Ballo in Maschera, and Andrea Chénier.
AOI founder Massimo Modoni will take the stage alongside Brian Hughes and the rising stars of AOI, performing with Amber Trust artists, whose talent shines brightly in every note. Hughes will also bring the golden age of American music to life with dazzling New York big band classics from the ‘40s and ‘50s, bridging operatic grandeur with the energy of modern performance.
The evening will also feature an unforgettable performance by Derek Paravicini, the celebrated jazz pianist whose remarkable musical abilities and spontaneous improvisations have earned him international acclaim. Paravicini’s performances are a testament to the transformative power of music and its ability to inspire, regardless of circumstance.
This event is more than just a concert—it’s a testament to the power of music to break barriers. Amber Trust supports musicians with visual impairments in pursuing their artistic passions, while AOI offers world-class opera training to the most promising talents, regardless of their financial or social backgrounds.
Prepare for an evening of passion, drama, and musical excellence—where tradition meets innovation, and art unites us all.