2-10-2023 10:22am

Symphony of Brotherhood: Celebrating Unity in New Jersey

Join the New Jersey-Israel Commission and the Church of God in Christ for a landmark musical experience celebrating the unity of diverse communities through the Grammy Award-winning sounds of Miri Ben-Ari and Derrick Starks.

Black, Jewish, and Christian communities are coming together for a historic musical event in Newark, New Jersey, on February 26th at 6 PM. The "Symphony of Brotherhood" concert, co-sponsored by the New Jersey-Israel Commission and the Church of God in Christ, promises to be an unforgettable celebration of unity and diversity.

Held at the Wells Cathedral Church, the concert is a collaboration between Israeli-American Grammy Award-winning artist Miri Ben-Ari and gospel performer Derrick Starks. Ben-Ari, also a member of the New Jersey-Israel Commission, is a violinist, producer, and humanitarian, who was recently named a "Goodwill Ambassador of Music" by the United Nations.

“New Jersey is celebrated as a melting pot of so many various cultures, and the New Jersey-Israel Commission has, once again, created an initiative to unite our communities,” said Secretary of State Tahesha Way. “I am thrilled to be celebrating Black History Month by attending this one-of-a-kind ‘Symphony of Brotherhood’ concert and we are looking forward to seeing how this unique performance will unite our communities and deepen friendships for the people of New Jersey.”

The "Symphony of Brotherhood" concert is the latest initiative by the New Jersey-Israel Commission to bring communities together. The event will feature performances by Melonie Daniels, Lena Starks, kr3ts dance company, and Dr. Pauline Plummer, Founder of Covenant Daughters International.

Leadership from the New Jersey-Israel Commission and Church of God in Christ, as well as government officials and community leaders, will be in attendance, including New Jersey Secretary of State Tahesha Way, Bishop Glenn Plummer, and Bishop Kevin Knight.

This special concert is free to attend, but advanced registration is required through Eventbrite.

"Music has the unique capacity to unite our communities and remind us of the power and strength of friendship," said Ben-Ari. "The goal of our event is to celebrate Black History Month together, a collaboration between local Christian, Black, Jewish and Israeli-American communities coming together in unity."

Join us on February 26th as we come together for an evening of love, harmony, and musical unity in Newark. The "Symphony of Brotherhood" promises to be a one-of-a-kind celebration of the shared fellowship of our communities.