The Forum hosts the 13th Annual Water Island Music Festival featuring the beautiful artistry and masterful skills of piano virtuoso Julian Gargiulo, pianist Maria Yefimova, soprano Roza Bulat and the special participation by local soprano sensation Laura Strickling. There will also be a performance by the award-winning violinist Nathan Meltzer, who won the “Getting to Carnegie” Competition. This year’s event is a special fundraiser to benefit local charities, particularly those involved in hurricane recovery efforts. Tickets cost $25; teacher tickets cost $10; student tickets are free.