Please join us for our annual benefit, as we celebrate the HHIPC’s 29 years of excellence in promoting and nurturing talented young pianists! 

Thursday, November 7, 2024, 6:00 – 9:00 pm

HILTON BEACHFRONT RESORT & SPA – One Hotel Circle, Hilton Head Island (Formerly Marriott)

$150 per person – Three-course dinner with wine

Cash Bar • Live Auction • Raffle Basket

Our engaging and entertaining evening features delights for both your ears and your palate, featuring:

An intimate solo recital from 2017 HHIPC First Prize winner and multi-instrumentalist Ray Ushikubo, who was here in March 2023 as a soloist with the HHSO playing Beethoven’s first piano concerto (plus a memorable solo violin encore).  Still only 21, Ray is currently pursuing a double Master’s degree in both piano and violin at the Colburn School of Music in Los Angeles (similar to the double degree he earned from Curtis).  He’s making a special trip from L.A. to play for us, and we’re hopeful that he might indeed bring his violin with him for what we know will be a memorable performance!  Also, our Director Steve Shaiman will interview Ray to learn the latest news about his burgeoning career!

As an added bonus, talented young jazz pianist Aaron Lehrian from Savannah (winner of the 2014 Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition) will treat us to an innovative blend of classical and jazz.

CHOOSE FROM THREE SUMPTUOUS MEAL OPTIONS:

Filet of Salmon, Tamarind glazed Seared Fillet of Salmon, Wild Rice, Haricot Vert, Apricot Honey Blossom

Braised Short Ribs, Slow-cooked Short Ribs, Cabernet Demiglace, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Broccolini

Penne Pasta (GF/V), Leeks, Broccolini, Caramelized Onion, Mushroom-Cashew Cream Sauce

             — All entrees are gluten free. Dinner includes salad, dessert, and a glass of wine. —

[Please note: George Li, our originally announced soloist, is regrettably unable to perform on Nov. 7 due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts. ]

PLEASE NOTE: Registration is now closed. If you have any questions about your tickets/meals, please call 843-842-2055.

Even if you could not join us on November 7th, it’s not too late for you to support our event by making a donation using the link below:

Donate to the HHIPC’s Musical Feast