World renowned violinist Maxim Vengerov played a supporting role when he performed at Belsize Square Synagogue in north London last week.
Mr Vengerov delighted congregants by appearing at a concert showcasing 18-year-old Canadian piano prodigy Alice Burla, hailed as an “extraordinary talent” by the New York Times. It was part of the shul’s mission to back talented young Jewish musicians,
One of the youngest to study at New York’s famous Juilliard School, she has already played at a number of famous concert venues.
Shul music committee chair Philip Keller said the concert was a product of the 20-year friendship between Mr Vengerov and Belsize Square rabbi Stuart Altshuler.
