Natasha Koval Padon, pianist, will be performing works by the composer Chopin selected for their relevance to the present crisis in Ukraine. Born in Ukraine prior to World War II, Natasha, a gifted piano student, survived the horrors of war as a refugee. She was able to continue her studies with the help of the United Nations and church relief organizations. After coming to America in 1948, she continued her studies at the Mannes and Julliard Schools. Natasha has performed here and abroad and has often directed her concerts to support social causes.
The concert will take place at 7pm on Wednesday at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church at 3 Main St, Middlebury.

All proceeds will go to Razom, Inc. , a 501c3 non-profit organization supporting the people of Ukraine in their pursuit of a democratic society with dignity, justice, and human and civil rights for all. Razom coordinates groups of volunteers and fundraising efforts to build a prosperous Ukraine project by project.

Following Russia's attack on Ukraine on February 24, 2022, Razom quickly mobilized an emergency response to save lives. Their priority is to provide critical humanitarian war relief and recovery depending on the most urgent needs as they evolve. Right now this means delivering humanitarian aid in the form of tactical medicine, hospital supplies, and communication equipment, as well as evacuating children with disabilities and their families, and advocacy. Razom maintains an admin rate of no more than 15% (historically averaged below 10%).

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