Written by Christina Mink
On January 13, 2024, AYLUS Oyster Bay members visited Cold Spring Hills Nursing Center in Syosset for a heartwarming performance, marking their second collaboration with the Fortune Star Band. The event commenced with the National Anthem, followed by the band’s rendition of songs like “Take Me” and “Lonely Stars,” featuring a choir and accompanied by instruments such as violin, viola, cello, saxophone, drum, keyboard, flute, and guitar. Individual performances included solos on the flute and saxophone, vocal performances, with a particularly captivating solo on the guzheng (Chinese zither). The children’s performances received enthusiastic applause from the elderly audience. We plan to continue partnering with the band, extending our visits to more nursing homes and institutions in need, using the uplifting power of music to foster connections within our community and bring joy to people’s lives.
Gratitude to the following 21 young volunteers, totaling 42.5 volunteer hours collectively.
Christina Mink 2.5hrs, Alice Huang 2hrs, Thea Chen 2hrs, Chloe Wu 2hrs, Rachel Zhang 2hrs, Rayya Zheng 2hrs, Queena Su 2hrs, Ryan Su 2hrs, Emily Huang 2 hrs, Niran Zuo, Nikki Li 2hrs, Keshang Ying 2 hrs, Harry Wolff 2 hrs, Alexander Lin 2 hrs, Pai Liu 2hrs, Catherine Liu 2 hrs, Yiru Zhang 2 hrs, Nathan Chen 2 hrs, Eileen Liang 2 hrs, Brendan Jiang 2 hrs, Isabella Yan 2 hrs
