Upcoming Events
Fisch Trio: Mother’s Day Jazz
Yuri Bakhtin – guitar
Dmitry Ishenko – bass
📅 Date: Sunday, May 10th, 2026
🕡 Reception: 6:00 PM
🎶 Concert Begins: 6:30 PM (Don’t be late or you will miss the magic! 😊)
📍 Location: Forte Piano Recital Hall: 159 Rte 4, Paramus, NJ
💵 Tickets:
$40 EARLY BIRD though May 5, then $50
🥂 Refreshments: Wine and light bites will be served. Feel free to bring your favorite drink or snack to share!
💛 All proceeds will support critical medical humanitarian aid for Ukraine.
Helping Hands for Ukraine spends 98% of all donated funds directly on charitable programs, with only 2% covering unavoidable expenses such as credit card processing fees and essential fundraising costs.
Bach to Broadway: Virtuosos for Ukraine
Three internationally acclaimed artists—Elena Mindlina, Alexander Bedenko and Visha Nguyen Voskresensky—join forces for an extraordinary evening of music that transcends genres and borders.
The program seamlessly blends classical masterworks, Broadway favorites and Ukrainian folk songs, featuring music by Bach, Silvestrov, Skoryk, and Rodgers—brought to life through voice, piano, and clarinet tracing a journey from lament to resilience.
📅 Date: Thursday, June 11th, 2026
🕡 Reception: 6:30 PM
🎶 Concert Begins: 7:00 PM (Don’t be late or you will miss the magic! 😊)
📍 Location: Forte Piano Recital Hall: 159 Rte 4, Paramus, NJ
💵 Tickets:
$40 EARLY BIRD though 4/19, then $50
🥂 Refreshments: Wine and light bites will be served. Feel free to bring your favorite drink or snack to share!
About the Artists
Elena Mindlina – Opera and Broadway Singer / Actress / Violinist.
Elena has performed at renowned venues including Merkin Hall and Steinway Hall in New York and earned international acclaim for her recordings.
‘…masterly performances that radiate intense joy.’ – BBC Music Magazine
Alexander Bedenko – prize-winning clarinetist and a Curtis Institute of Music graduate, has performed at premier venues including Carnegie Hall, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Kennedy Center, collaborating with world-renowned musicians and orchestras across the globe.
‘… the performances are ravishing. Bedenko’s tone is the most luxurious velvet‘ – Gramophone Magazine
Visha Nguyen Voskresenskii – is an internationally acclaimed pianist, performer, educator, and scholar, holding a PhD in Art History. Born in Vietnam and trained in the renowned Russian piano tradition in Moscow, she is a prizewinner of multiple international competitions, including top prizes in Paris and Moscow.
Together, these exceptional artists create a powerful musical journey—one that celebrates beauty, resilience, and the unifying force of music.
💛 All proceeds will support critical medical humanitarian aid for Ukraine.
Helping Hands for Ukraine spends 98% of all donated funds directly on charitable programs, with only 2% covering unavoidable expenses such as credit card processing fees and essential fundraising costs.
Let’s Dance, Again!
Ready for a night out with purpose? 💃
Join us for an evening of dancing, laughter, and great vibes—perfect for a date night or a fun night with friends. Whether you’re stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or already love to dance, this night is for you. No partner needed and no experience required!
In just two hours, you’ll:
✨ Learn new moves in a fun, all-levels group class
✨ Enjoy plenty of social dancing to practice, freestyle, and connect
✨ Take part in games, surprises, and a lively, welcoming atmosphere
Come to try something new—or come because you already can’t resist the dance floor. Either way, you’ll leave with great energy and even better memories. 💛
🕡 Reception: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Fred Astaire Dance Studio – 291 Franklin Ave, Wyckoff, NJ
💵 Tickets: $30 per person in advance or $40 cash at the door
🥂 Refreshments: Light bites will be served. BYOB. Feel free to bring your favorite drink or snack to share!
💛 All proceeds will go toward humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine, bringing comfort and vital support where it’s needed most. Together, let’s honor Ukraine’s resilience through the universal language of love.
Helping Hands for Ukraine spends 98% of all donated funds directly on charitable programs, with only 2% covering unavoidable expenses such as credit card processing fees and essential fundraising costs. Every musician donates their time and talent, and the venue is provided free of charge—ensuring that your support goes straight to helping those in need.
An Evening with Alexander Notkin & Michael Drob
An unforgettable evening of guitar and violin at their finest, where artistry, precision, and passion come together on one stage. Alexander Notkin and Michael Drob present a dynamic program that highlights the full expressive range of their instruments—from deeply lyrical melodies to moments of breathtaking intensity and brilliance.
📅 Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2026
🕡 Reception: 6:30 PM
🎶 Concert Begins: 7:00 PM
Don’t be late or you will miss the magic! 😊)
📍 Location: Forte Piano Recital Hall: 159 Rte 4, Paramus, NJ
💵 Tickets:
$40 EARLY BIRD though 9/12, then $50
🥂 Refreshments: Wine and light bites will be served. Feel free to bring your favorite drink or snack to share!
About the Artists
- Alexander Notkin, guitar and vocal
A highly acclaimed actor, voice-over artist, and accomplished guitarist, known internationally for his work in film and theater, including as an instructor at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York City. Alex did the Russian voice over of the leading part Jake Sully played by Sam Worthington in James Cameron’s “Avatar“ - Michael Drob, violin
Michael is an accomplished violinist and Associate Concertmaster of the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra, who will enchant the audience with his masterful performances. Beyond music, Michael is also the creative force behind the film Stateless.
💛 All proceeds will support critical medical humanitarian aid for Ukraine.
Helping Hands for Ukraine spends 98% of all donated funds directly on charitable programs, with only 2% covering unavoidable expenses such as credit card processing fees and essential fundraising costs.
An Evening with a Legend: Mikhail Voskresensky in Concert
Join us for a truly unforgettable evening — a rare and deeply moving recital by the great Mikhail Voskresensky, one of the last living titans of the Russian piano tradition. This charity concert promises not only world-class artistry, but an opportunity to support a cause that matters.
📅 Date: Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
🕡 Reception: 5:30 PM
🎶 Concert Begins: 6:00 PM (Don’t be late or you will miss the magic! 😊)
📍 Location: Forte Piano Recital Hall: 159 Rte 4, Paramus, NJ
💵 Tickets: $50 in advance, $60 at the door.
🥂 Refreshments: Wine and light bites will be served. Feel free to bring your favorite drink or snack to share!
Why You Can’t Miss It
A storied career spanning more than six decades: Voskresensky’s concert life has taken him across Europe, Asia, North and South America, performing under more than 150 conductors.
Prize-winning virtuosity: He is a laureate of four major international competitions — Schumann (Berlin), Rio de Janeiro, the George Enescu (Bucharest), and the very first Van Cliburn Competition in Fort Worth.
A pioneer in performance: In 1957, he gave the European premiere of Shostakovich’s Second Piano Concerto — in Prague, with Shostakovich himself in attendance.
Legendary repertoire: His repertoire includes all Beethoven sonatas, the complete works of Chopin, and over 50 piano concertos.
Prolific recording artist: He has recorded more than 50 CDs, including monumental cycles of Mozart concertos and sonatas.
Master teacher: As a longtime professor and chair of the piano faculty at the Moscow Conservatory, his students have won over 120 international prizes, including dozens of gold medals.
Moral courage: In 2022, Voskresensky left Russia in protest of the war in Ukraine — a powerful act of integrity by an artist whose voice carries both musical and human weight.
“IMPOSING, MAGNETIC PRESENCE… PASSION, IMPÉTUOSITÉ, SPONTANEITY, AND ARTICULATION” – LOS ANGELES TIMES
Experience the Magic
Expect a performance that is both technically masterful and deeply soulful. Critics have described Voskresensky’s presence as “imposing, magnetic,” filled with “passion, spontaneity, and subtle articulation.”
Whether you’re a devoted classical music lover or simply curious about hearing a living legend, this is an event you’ll treasure. Seats are limited — don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary.
💛 All proceeds will go toward humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine, bringing comfort and vital support where it’s needed most. Together, let’s honor Ukraine’s resilience through the universal language of love.
Helping Hands for Ukraine spends 98% of all donated funds directly on charitable programs, with only 2% covering unavoidable expenses such as credit card processing fees and essential fundraising costs. Every musician donates their time and talent, and the venue is provided free of charge—ensuring that your support goes straight to helping those in need.
Celebration of Ukrainian Music
Join us for a vibrant evening honoring the rich spirit and soul of Ukrainian music. Celebration of Ukrainian Music brings together an exceptional lineup of performers for a program filled with energy, beauty, and cultural pride.
Featuring acclaimed pianist Yuliya Basis and violinist Andy Didorenko, alongside the dynamic Ludmila Koval Band, Yevgeniy Bel’tyukov, and a diverse ensemble of outstanding musicians (see full lineup below), the concert offers a rich musical journey—from beloved folk melodies to contemporary interpretations—capturing the heart of Ukraine’s musical heritage.
📅 Date: Saturday Nov 14, 2025
🕡 Reception: 6:30 PM
🎶 Concert Begins: 7:00 PM (Don’t be late or you will miss the magic! 😊)
📍 Location: Forte Piano Recital Hall: 159 Rte 4, Paramus, NJ
💵 Tickets: $40 per person advance price. $50 later
🥂 Refreshments: Wine and light bites will be served. Feel free to bring your favorite drink or snack to share!
Why You Can’t Miss It
An exceptional performance lineup – Featuring outstanding performers already confirmed (with more to be announced), this evening brings together remarkable musicians united by purpose and artistry.
Advancing the Ukrainian Culture – We are passionate about promoting and advancing Ukrainian culture and music. Stand strong with us, stand up for Ukraine and Ukrainian sovereignty.
Music with real impact – Every ticket directly supports Helping Hands for Ukraine’s life-saving humanitarian work, delivering medical aid and critical supplies where they are needed most.
More than a concert – This is a night to reflect, to connect, and to stand together through music, resilience, and shared humanity.
About the Artists
Andy Didorenko, violin
Andy made his orchestral debut at age 10 and has since performed with leading ensembles. He is active as a chamber musician, composer, and faculty member at the Kaufman Music Center; his works are widely premiered, published, and recorded in the U.S., and he also leads the contemporary rock fusion ensemble Lost World Band.Yuliya Basis, piano
A pianist and educator who has taught piano at the United Nations International School since 2008 and the British International School since 2010. Born in Orel, Russia, into a musical family, she studied at the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory. She has served as an accompanist at the Kaufman Music Center for over 15 years and has performed widely in New York and abroad.- Andrey Kompaniyets, guitar and vocal
A heartfelt performer and skilled instructor, Andrey brings soul and passion to every performance with his acoustic guitar and bard songs, often contributing to fundraising initiatives. - Yevgeniy Beltyukov, guitar and vocal
A Ukrainian actor and multi-instrumentalist, Yevgeniy has quickly become an integral part of the U.S. music scene and a dedicated advocate for Ukraine through his work in rock festivals and off-Broadway productions. - Ludmila Koval Band – This talented group has captivated audiences on the East Coast for over eight years, blending jazz, rock, and Ukrainian folk music. Fronted by Ludmila, a Ukraine-born vocalist, the band passionately shares the beauty of traditional Ukrainian melodies.
- Igor Gorynych, piano, bass guitar
Igor is a multi-instrumentalist and key figure in the Ludmila Koval Band, Igor is also the organizer of the popular Echo musical festival. - Boris Zeldin – percussion
Boris is the dynamic percussionist who brings rhythm and energy to the Lyudmila Koval Band. The band has been featured at major cultural festivals and events, showcasing the emotional depth and cultural richness of Ukrainian music to diverse audiences, and Zeldin’s contributions are a key part of that engaging, expressive live experience.
💛 All proceeds will go toward humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine, bringing comfort and vital support where it’s needed most. Together, let’s honor Ukraine’s resilience through the universal language of love.
Helping Hands for Ukraine spends 98% of all donated funds directly on charitable programs, with only 2% covering unavoidable expenses such as credit card processing fees and essential fundraising costs. Every musician donates their time and talent, and the venue is provided free of charge—ensuring that your support goes straight to helping those in need.
