FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Evergreen Inspiration to Host Annual Charity Concert 2025

PORT WASHINGTON, NY – July 12, 2025 – Evergreen Inspiration Inc., a non-profit organization founded by Juilliard Pre-College students, is proud to announce its Annual Charity Concert 2025.  The event will take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 2:30 PM in the Lapham Meeting Room of the Port Washington Public Library, located at 1 Library Dr., Port Washington, NY 11050.

The hour-long concert will showcase the talents of six exceptional Juilliard Pre-College musicians: violinist Elizabeth Lee, violist Gary Han, cellist Phoebe Qian, double bassist Norman Yao, clarinetist Michael Sun, and baritone Isaac Ahn.  The program will feature captivating chamber music, including classical pieces uniquely rearranged by Evergreen Inspiration musicians, such as Rossini’s String Quartet No. 2 and Brahms’ Clarinet Quintet.  This concert aims to highlight the beauty of chamber music, a less common focus for students in Nassau County who often have extensive solo and orchestra experience.

Following the performance, the musicians will share unique insights into their musical journeys, including their experiences with chamber music and conservatory life at Juilliard Pre-College.

Evergreen Inspiration is committed to providing high-quality music education to underserved communities across New York State.  This mission began in 2022 with a mentoring project launched by Phoebe Qian.  Over the past three years, Phoebe, joined by Norman for the last two, has been weekly mentoring the high school orchestra at Evergreen Charter School in Hempstead, a community facing significant resource challenges.  In 2024, Phoebe and Norman officially founded Evergreen Inspiration Inc. to expand this vital effort and engage more Juilliard Pre-College students in the cause.  Ahead of this year’s concert, the organization will host a two-week, tuition free summer music camp for students at Evergreen Charter School.  Driven by the belief that "everyone deserves a life enriched by music," Evergreen Inspiration aims to bring music education and opportunity to schools nationwide that face similar barriers.

This concert also serves as a platform to raise awareness for these often-overlooked communities.  During the event, Evergreen Inspiration will present a $1000 Inspiration Music Program Award to Evergreen Charter School, supporting its ongoing musical development.  Additionally, in the next school year, a $1000 Inspiration Scholarship will be awarded to a dedicated high school student who has demonstrated a strong commitment to learning music.  Twenty students from the Evergreen High School orchestra, accompanied by their music teacher Mr. Rincon, will attend the concert to accept the award and share in the celebration.  Nassau County government representatives will also be in attendance to acknowledge the musicians' volunteer contributions.

Admission to the concert is complimentary and open to all classical music enthusiasts and learners aged 6 and older.  Attendees are encouraged to register in advance to help with planning.

The Evergreen Inspiration Annual Charity Concert is generously sponsored by Chinese Giving Circle (CGC).  Additional collaboration is provided by the Great Neck Chinese Association (GNCA), the Greater Port Washington Chinese American Association (GPWCAA), and the Chinese American Association of East Williston (CAAEW).

• Chinese Giving Circle (CGC), founded in 2016, is a Long Island-based non-profit offering a multi-faceted communication platform for mutual enhancement.  CGC has a history of high-quality art salon activities and extensive charitable services, notably donating tens of thousands of medical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Great Neck Chinese Association (GNCA), established in 1995, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to helping new Chinese residents integrate into the Great Neck community, advocating for members' common good, promoting Chinese culture, and fostering community service and social involvement.
• Greater Port Washington Chinese American Association (GPWCAA), founded in 2024, is a non-profit serving Chinese American residents and friends of the greater Port Washington area.  GPWCAA aims to celebrate and share Chinese culture, nurture appreciation for traditions, build bridges for cultural exchange between Chinese culture and other community cultures, and cultivate pride and unity, particularly among youth.
• Chinese American Association of East Williston (CAAEW) focuses on strengthening community bonds, celebrating Chinese culture, facilitating cultural exchange, and building a strong supportive community.  It serves as a bridge between the East Williston School District, its members, and the local Chinese community.

Event Details:

What: Evergreen Inspiration Annual Charity Concert 2025 

When: Saturday, August 23, 2025, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM 

Where: Port Washington Public Library, Lapham Meeting Room, 1 Library Dr., Port Washington, NY 11050 

Admission: Complimentary for ages 6 and up.  Advance registration encouraged.

Contact:

contact@evergreeninspiration.org

Registration：

https://forms.gle/fBaE3uyUoyh7KibM6