Yom HaShoah week is a fitting time to highlight Israel’s Violins of Hope, its treasured musical tributes, and a group of Christians who are also focused on remembrance. Founded by Amnon Weinstein, he lovingly restores violins which lasted through the Holocaust. In their Tel Aviv workshop, Amnon and his son Avshi touch the violins with their skillful hands to help the violins sing again in concerts which win international accolades. Amnon is considered one of the world’s foremost luthiers. His medals and memberships internationally are extensive.
South Carolina’s state motto “While I breathe, I hope,” is also fitting with its group of citizens will lift up its meaning to new heights. A volunteer committee, both Jews and Christians, are already making sure the violinists who played their instruments while trapped in hell on earth will be remembered. The violinists uncovered beauty in the cavernous darkness of despair. Each violin has a story.