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First-place winner in the Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition held at Lynn University in Boca Raton is Hina Khoung-Huu. Page 15
Arts Garage 12th Annual Gala to feature musical ensemble, Belladiva
FAU University Galleries presents ‘SouthXeast: Contemporary Art Triennial’ The University Galleries in Florida Atlantic University’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters presents the sixth edition of “SouthXeast: Contemporary Art Triennial” through Saturday, March 4 in the Ritter Art Gallery and through Saturday, March 11 in the Schmidt Center Gallery and Public Space, 777 Glades Road on the Boca Raton campus.
Poster for “Good Vibes” gala at Arts Garage.
An opening recepBy Dale King tion, including hors d’oeuvres and drinks, Tickets are now on Chez Gourmet. sale at www.ArtsGarage. “Covering a wide va- took place Jan. 27. org for the Arts Garage’s 12th annual Gala set for Feb. 11 from 6 to 11 p.m. Marjorie Waldo, the nonprofit organization’s president and CEO, has invited friends, supporters and fans of diverse art and culture programming to the event whose theme this year is “Good Vibes.” The upcoming Gala -Arts Garage’s most important fundraiser each year -- includes live music by Belladiva, an electrifying ensemble of accomplished singers, dancers and musicians. There will also be silent and live auctions, complimentary cocktails and a three-course dinner by Society
riety of music including pop, R&B, disco, rock, country and jazz, Belladiva knows how to engage a crowd and keep the party going to create an unforgettable celebration,” promises Waldo. “While performing with their world class live band, their stage show is filled with audience-wowing vocals, cutting edge choreography, great costume changes and a high-energy performance that is second to none. Their musicianship offers unequalled authenticity as well as tons of fun. Belladiva is a musical extravaganza not to be missed.” Continued on Page 15
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“Dirt Rich,” by Katelyn Chapman, 2018, oil on canvas.
Hina Khoung-Huu, 18, wins $30,000 first prize in Elmar Oliveira International Violin Contest at Lyn
Finalists in the Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition held in Boca Raton are, from left, Zachary Brandon, Laurel Gagnon, Gabrielle Despres and Hina Khuong-Huu. www.bocaratontribune.com
Photos by Amy Pasquantonio Hina Khoung-Huu, 18, has been chosen as the winner of the 2023 triennial Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition, held at Lynn University in Boca Raton. The French/Japanese/US violinist, the youngest of the four finalists, scooped the first prize in the concerto final with her performance of Sibelius’s Violin Concerto in D minor on Jan. 29. Continued on Page 15
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