A World of Harmony: Celebrating International Music at The Farms at Bailey Station
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, Musical Memories Project joined hands with Bridge of Youth to Seniors (BY2S) to present an extraordinary afternoon of international music for the residents and families at The Farms at Bailey Station.
EVENTS
Pom Lim
10/19/2026
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, Musical Memories Project joined hands with Bridge of Youth to Seniors (BY2S) to present an extraordinary afternoon of international music for the residents and families at The Farms at Bailey Station.
Our cross-cultural program brought together local student volunteers, dedicated educators, and incredible guest artists to share melodies spanning traditional Turkish folk tunes, classic European repertoire, Asian folk songs, and American favorites.
A Global Musical Journey
To kick off the afternoon, Bridge of Youth to Seniors (BY2S) presented an inspirational International Music mini-documentary, highlighting how music acts as a universal language that bridges cultures and brings harmony to the world.
The live performances featured guest artists Esra Karagoz Yuksek and Oguzhan Yuksek, who enchanted the audience with a rich set of traditional Turkish songs—including a special performance of Take Me Home, Country Roads featuring traditional Turkish ney woodwind accompaniment right after their 5th song! Pianist Lisa Ramirez delivered a stunning performance of Manuel Ponce’s Balada Mexicana, bringing vibrant Latin American classicism to the stage.
We extend our deepest thanks to music teachers Maeve Brophy (https://maevebrophy.com) and Lisa Ramirez (https://www.lisaramirezpianostudio.com) for encouraging their students to perform and share their musical gifts with our community.
To close out the event, members of BY2S led an interactive World Musical Instrument Demonstration as our grand finale. Youth volunteers showcased unique global instruments—including the djembe, khartals, güiro, cabasa, and more—demonstrating how each instrument is played before inviting our senior audience to try playing the instruments themselves!
Full Performance Program:
Opening Presentation
Bridge of Youth to Seniors (BY2S): International Music Mini-Documentary — Exploring Music as a Universal Language of Peace & Harmony
Featured Turkish Selections
Esra Karagoz Yuksek & Oguzhan Yuksek:
Acem Kızı (Persian Girl)
Memleketim (My Homeland)
Zülüf Dökülmüş Yüze (Her Hair Falls Across Her Face)
Dere Geliyor Dere (The River Is Flowing)
Üsküdar’a Gider İken (On the Way to Üsküdar)
Take Me Home, Country Roads (featuring traditional Turkish ney accompaniment!)
Featured Solo & Student Repertoire
Lisa Ramirez: Balada Mexicana by Manuel Ponce
Kerem Yuksek: Gaston from Beauty and the Beast
Atlas Yuksek: Sonatina in G, 1st movement by Thomas Attwood
Rebecca Ramirez: Dance in F major by W. A. Mozart
Jaxon Steele: Vive La France by Nancy Faber & I’ve Got Peace Like a River (Traditional African American Spiritual)
Aiden Steele: Come See the Parade & Elephant Ride by Nancy Faber
Knoah Parker: Lemonade Stand by Nancy Faber
Noah Lim & Maria DeBacco (Music Director): Jasmine Flower (China), El Condor Pasa (Peru), O Sole Mio (Italy), and The Lion Sleeps Tonight (Africa)
Interactive Event Finale
Bridge of Youth to Seniors (BY2S): World Musical Instrument Demonstration & Hands-On Senior Participation (Featuring Djembe, Khartals, Güiro, Cabasa, and More)
Extending Our Gratitude
Special thanks to Maria DeBacco, Music Director for Musical Memories Project, for her continuous dedication and leadership, and to the activities staff and residents at The Farms at Bailey Station for providing such a warm and welcoming audience.
To stay updated on our upcoming recitals or to learn how youth volunteers can participate in future senior living outreach programs, visit our website or follow our social media channels.
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