Marina Arsenijevic

The award-winning pianist and composer, MARINA ARSENIJEVIC and star of the Emmy nominated PBS program "Marina at West Point: Unity Through Diversity” is a unique performer . Audiences are literally mesmerized by her virtuosity, depth of expression, charm and beauty. According to PBS TRAC-MEDIA, her West Point concert program "UNITY THROUGH DIVERSITY" has been broadcast to more than 170 Million viewers through 525 airings. This program was inspired by Marina's heroic actions when she challenged ethnic extremism with the message of unity with her original music during the civil wars in Yugoslavia. She composed and performed music that combined Muslim and Christian melodies when such an act challenged ethnic extremism. The music became a reminder of Yugoslavia's common humanity and over 300,000 people, both Christian and Muslim, came to listen to the music that helped calm a nation. As a result of her bold and brave actions during the war, she is regarded as a heroic icon in Serbia. She was awarded Serbia's highest diplomatic honor and was named a Knight of the order of St. Sava's Order of Diplomatic Pacifism. She is also the recipient of the prestigious Ellis Island Medal of Honor for her outstanding achievements and humanitarian efforts in building bridges among diverse cultures and nations through her music. Tesla Rhapsody: https://www.marinainamerica.com/product-page/tesla-rhapsody-for-piano-and-orchestra