Striking a chord: Pianist Lixin Zhang delights residents at fundraising concert
Holly Lea Events
Holly Lea Village residents gathered for the third time to enjoy a performance by accomplished young pianist Lixin Zhang, while also helping to raise funds for the Neville Baird Impact Program.
The event, held last month at Holly Lea Village, was a delightful opportunity for the community to experience live music and celebrate one of New Zealand's most gifted musicians. Having such an accomplished musician visit Holly Lea is amazing, says Renee Watkinson, Executive Support. “It means our residents don’t miss out on experiences like this when it isn’t easy for many of them to travel.”
Lixin Zhang has a long association with Holly Lea and was introduced to the village by a mutual friend. “His performances are very moving, and our residents are always left in awe afterwards. Many of them are in awe when they hear Lixin for the first time.”
Lixin is the founder of ToneAce Academy in Christchurch, promoting musical excellence in New Zealand. The academy launched the Neville Baird Impact Program, which focuses on helping talented children from underprivileged backgrounds. Proceeds raised from donations, fundraising concerts, and other events go towards helping these students cover the cost of music lessons, exams, and participating in competitions and performances.
Neville Baird is Lixin’s mentor, Neville taught him everything he knows about piano, for many years and at no charge. Lixin started the program to continue this tradition, offering learning opportunities for children keen to learn music, regardless of their financial circumstances.
When Lixin performs at Holly Lea, residents can donate to the Neville Baird Impact Program. “They are always very willing to donate to such a worthwhile cause, so the academy can continue to provide lessons to children and young people who may not have the opportunity otherwise.”
Holly Lea’s partnership with artists like Lixin Zhang is one of the many ways its resident’s quality of life is enhanced, says Renee. “We are very grateful Lixin continues to visit Holly Lea, especially when he could spend this time performing on bigger stages!”
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