A musical evening featuring Austrian pianist and composer Jonathan Lucas Hauser was held in Washington. During the event, he presented compositions inspired by encounters with people in regions affected by armed conflicts, including Ukraine. Visitors were also shown photographs by Joel Carille, including images from the Leb Wohl video project, which he created together with the musician in Ukraine.
The event was organized by the Embassy of Austria in Washington and the Austrian Cultural Forum Washington. The Embassy of Ukraine in the United States reported on the event.
Jonathan Lucas Hauser transforms the personal stories and experiences of people he meets while traveling to conflict-affected regions into piano compositions. His music combines a contemporary sound with an emotional dimension.
The musician's debut album, Piano of Peace, was inspired by his travels, including to Ukraine, and by the stories of people affected by Russia's war. According to the Ukrainian Embassy, the album conveys ideas of solidarity, compassion, and peace.
Photographs by Joel Carille complemented the musical program with visual stories. Among the works presented were images from Leb Wohl, a video project he created with Hauser in Ukraine.
The Austrian Cultural Forum Washington described the evening as an event filled with piano music and personal stories that serve as a reminder of art's ability to bring people together.
Photo: Austrian Cultural Forum Washington
Author: Danylo Pievchev