Rakhmaninov Concert at Columbia University

Saturday, April 8th 2013 @ 6pm
Bard Hall Student Lounge, 50 Haven Ave (at 169th St)

April 1st is the 140th anniversary of the birthday of Sergei Vasilievich Rakhmaninov. In collaboration with the Columbia Medical School, the Russian International Association (RIA) will hold a classical music concert of Rakhmaninov’s pieces to commemorate this date.

Bard Hall is not freely accessible by non-CUID holders, so if you would like to attend, please RSVP by emailing Ulkar Aghayeva (ua2141@columbia.edu) with your full name before April 5th.

Directions: take 1, A or C train to 168 street, go west along 168 street until it turns into Haven avenue (the street should turn right). Then, find 50 Haven avenue.

The Russian International Association of Columbia University (RIA) was created in 1998 in order to unify and educate the Columbia Community about the Russian language, culture, and the legacy of the Soviet and Post-Soviet regimes. Anyone, who shares a common background of growing up in the countries of the former Soviet Union, or who is simply interested in learning about the and literary traditions and the riches of culture of Russia and former states of the Soviet Union is welcome to join our association.

Our events include traditional Russian cultural activities, Russian movie screenings, having dinners featuring traditional Russian food, going to Russian plays, dancing to Russian music, and participating in Russian literary nights. Furthermore, our social events include ice-skating trips, study breaks, and sports events, such as volleyball games. We also invite prominent speakers to educate our community about literary and political issues of interest. Our events are aimed at bringing together people who are interested in the Russian culture, giving them a chance to learn more about our rich cultural heritage.