Midori at Benaroya Hall

Violinist, Midori will be performing at Benaroya Hall on June 18, 19 and 20th. Named as one of the world's top child prodigies to make a signifigant contribution to society by CNN, she has devoted her career to promoting access to music and instruments.  Midori & Friends, founded in 1992 provides musical instruction, performance and workshops to children in New York, over 150,000 children have participated in this program. www.seattlesymphony.org

"In the 2008-2009 season, violinist Midori concocts the blend of worldwide performances (90), expanding commitment to community engagement, devotion to her various roles at the prestigious University of Southern California, and enthusiastic exploration of new territory that fans, students, and media alike have come to expect from this brilliant and multi-faceted artist. Her season will include a first-ever tour of trio repertoire with two distinguished colleagues, pianist Jonathan Biss and cellist Johannes Moser; her first appearances in Central America, with the National Symphony Orchestra of Costa Rica; two rare appearances at the intimate Wigmore Hall in London, and the opening of the Bruckner Festival with Bruckner Orchestra Linz."

From her website, www.gotomidori.com