We are pleased to welcome you to join us at the 2020 Christmas Concert Series at the North America International School. Students worked hard this semester and achieved a lot in their academic and extracurricular endeavors. Despite the challenging coursework at the start of the 2020-2021 school year, the performers in this recital dedicated a significant amount of time for preparation and rehearsals to refine and develop their artistry and musicianship. 
Today, many musicians will take the stage to share their talents and artistic abilities and showcase a diverse program that encompasses various musical styles, genres, and art forms. We are likewise happy to complement the performances with a selection of student-composed program notes, allowing you – the audience members – to acquaint yourself with the repertoire. We hope you enjoy the concert.

——Nikita Mamedov, Ph.D.