"The Long Bright" ceoncert honors cancer patient and aids research

The West Coast Premiere of "The Long Bright," a cantata that serves as a tribute to the memory of Anni Baker Wolman who, after a courageous battle, succumbed to cancer at the age of 55. In a collaborative effort with the Israel Cancer Research Fund, the Los Angeles Jewish Symphony will perform "The Long Bright" along with Israeli-born, Grammy award-winning soprano Hila Plitmann and an intergenerational/interfaith women’s choir that will include young women from area Jewish day schools.

Where: Royce Hall, UCLA

When: March 11, 2010

Private donor reception 6:00 p.m.
Program 7:30 p.m.

Program Details: Introduction to the Israel Cancer Research Fund, Barbara Lazaroff
"The Long Bright," performed by Grammy award-winning soprano Hila Plitmann and Violinist Mandy Wolman, daughter of Anni Baker Wolman who inspired "The Long Bright"

The inspiration for "The Long Bright," Dr. Noreen Green, Conductor and Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Jewish Symphony

The Long Bright Cantata performed by Grammy award-winning soprano Hila Plitmann and the Los Angeles Jewish Symphony

Cost: Tickets start at $36 for General Admission

Sponsorship: Sponsorship packages, including pre and post receptions and preferred parking start at $500

Information: Contact the Israel Cancer Research Fund by phone, 323.651.1200, or email, email@icrfla.org