Strings of Hope Brings Together Violins that Survived the Holocaust and the Hiroshima Atomic Bombing for a World Debut Performance on April 19.
EASTON, PA — The Williams Center for the Arts proudly presents Strings of Hope on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM. This unique multimedia event marks the first time that violins surviving two of history’s most profound tragedies—the Holocaust and the atomic bombing on Hiroshima—will be brought together in a single performance.

Created by cellist and producer Udi Bar-David, this multimedia program features violin virtuosos Niv Ashkenazy and Mio Imai with an international ensemble. The result is a rare, deeply human event that honors what was endured and carries forward resilience, courage, and hope.