{"id":4238,"date":"2022-11-15T16:38:09","date_gmt":"2022-11-16T00:38:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chiccompass.com\/?p=4238"},"modified":"2026-08-30T21:29:20","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T04:29:20","slug":"youth-helping-youth-a-youth-christmas-concert","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chiccompass.com\/wordpress\/youth-helping-youth-a-youth-christmas-concert\/","title":{"rendered":"Youth Helping Youth - A Youth Christmas Concert"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Youth Helping Youth ... A Youth Christmas Concert<\/h1>\n

By Joan S. Peck<\/p>\n<\/div>

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If it\u2019s true that music is the language of the Gods, then listening to young, talented, award-winning musicians will be heavenly. If you\u2019re lucky, you will be one of the fortunate ones to attend the Youth Christmas Concert on December 21 at the Whitney Library in Las Vegas, featuring holiday and classical music that will surely entertain you, your family, and your friends.<\/p>\n

Who is the creator of this beautiful event? Meet Roxy Jones, a remarkable young girl who, when living in Hawaii, began playing the piano at four, taking group lessons. \u201cWhen I was five, we moved to Las Vegas, and it wasn\u2019t until I turned six and had a more serious one-on-one piano teacher that I began to focus and try to foster skill in the piano.\u201d<\/p>\n

Last year, after the isolation experienced during the pandemic, Roxy, at the age of 14, formed her first \u201cYouth Christmas Concert,\u201d thinking it would be something \u201cfun and engaging\u201d to do with her friends by having a Christmas concert in Las Vegas and at her grandma\u2019s ranch in Utah. No surprise, nearly 100 people showed up for the one in Utah. Her father suggested that Roxy could do it again this year and raise money for charity. \u201cWith a good turnout this year, we hope to grow and hopefully be able to fill an even larger venue next year. I hope this will become an annual event where we find new charities to support every year!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Jun and Charles Hong<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>

This year the concert is called \u201cYouth Helping Youth \u2026 a Youth Christmas Concert.\u201d\u00a0Everyone from the previous year will be performing with the addition of Artem, \u201ca fantastic pianist I\u2019ve known for years, and an oboist.\u201d There are three sets of siblings, including twins and a few others, who will perform. Some will play individually, and some will play in duets. The instruments represented are the piano, violin, cello, flute, and oboe.<\/p>\n

Who is the lucky charity they will donate to? They are raising funds for the NPHY- Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth. \u201cI chose this organization because I\u2019m fortunate to have a good environment at home, especially at Christmas time, while homeless teens may be struggling. I wanted to extend opportunities to them too. \u00a0We will make money through ticket sales and sponsorships of our concert. The proceeds will all go to NPHY. My goal is to raise $3,000 for them this year.\u201d<\/p>\n

How does it feel to perform? \u201cPerforming is one of my favorite parts of playing the piano as it makes me really focus on everything that I\u2019m playing and doing\u2014and making everyone else happy and enjoying my music is a bonus. I like to try and add thought to my music to incite feeling or thought within those around me.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>

\"Roxi<\/span><\/div><\/div>

Roxy Jones on the Piano<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>

What else have you done with your music? \u201cI did my first private event for a commercial open house this year. I would like to perform for more private events. \u00a0I have also performed twice with the Henderson Symphony Orchestra and participate in competitions every year. I\u2019m still unsure where my music will take me, but I\u2019m positive it will always be a big part of my life.\u201d<\/p>\n

Any advice for those just starting to play? \u201cDon\u2019t give up! While I\u2019m pleased to be where I am now, it is a constant struggle, and I\u2019ve had countless lessons and practices that have ended in tears. While it is a sacrifice, it is all worth it to be able to enjoy what you play and love sharing it with others.\u201d<\/p>\n

What do you hope the attendees of your concert will walk away with? \u201cI hope that attendees can leave the performance feeling gratitude for charities like the NPHY that help people in our communities while also feeling excited and happy that they were able to listen to beautiful Christmas and classical music performed by youth in Las Vegas!\u201d<\/p>\n

Can\u2019t ask for more than that. Amen.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Front Row: Charles Hong, Maximus Ririe, Jun Hong
\n<\/em>Second Row: Roxy Jones, Natalya Panchenko (piano teacher), Skai Jones
\n<\/em>Back Row: Hope Olsen, Jared Downey, Savannah Downey\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>

When: Wednesday, December 21, 2022,\u00a06:00 PM \u2013 7:30 PM PST<\/p>\n

Where: Whitney Library - 5175 East Tropicana Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89122<\/p>\n

Presenting Sponsors: Las Vegas Design Center, Pacific West Flooring, Avem Healthcare, Dr. Jason Downey, DDS, and Infinite Trend.<\/p>\n

Other Sponsors: Chic Compass Magazine (THANK YOU!!), Mac King Comedy Magic Show, Christopher Todd Design, Interior Design Society, Las Vegas Chapter.\u00a0)<\/p>\n

For those interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Roxy\u2019s dad,\u00a0Nate Jones at (808) 557-933<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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