During the school year, I've been fortunate to receive a Kovner Fellowship, which pays for school expenses, and sub with the New York Philharmonic, which assists all other living expenses. My quartet, the Isidore String Quartet, is currently in residence at the Ravinia Steans Music Institute outside of Chicago. We've been coaching and performing for over a month, improving our skills as an ensemble. However, due to the nature of summer music festivals, I've been unable to work for the past two months. In addition, I don't receive assistance from the Kovner Fellowship during the summer months.

I need help covering the costs of August rent for the final month in my NYC apartment and travel costs for some upcoming performances with my quartet. The Isidore String Quartet will compete in the Banff International String Quartet Competition at the end of August. We are beyond grateful for an opportunity that will jump-start our career as an ensemble. To be prepared, we are traveling to Santa Fe at the end of July to perform four concerts featuring our competition repertoire.

I've been fortunate to financially support myself during the school year with fellowships, assistance from my community, and consistent work. At this moment, I am in a financial struggle for the next two months until I can return to work and school. I would greatly appreciate your support!