The Symphony and the Street - Empowering Communities Through the Arts

Explore the transformative power of classical music in underserved communities through this 54-minute talk featuring Los Angeles Philharmonic violinist Vijay Gupta and soprano Camille Zamora. Discover how their organizations, Street Symphony and Sing for Hope, are bringing music out of traditional concert halls and into unexpected spaces. Learn about the healing potential of music on street corners and in areas like Skid Row. Gain insights into how classical music can address social issues and contribute to community healing. Enjoy a string quartet performance and engage with the discussion moderated by Citizen University founder Eric Liu on the role of arts in empowering communities and mending broken social systems.