Hawaiʻi Public Radio — HPR’s Noe Tanigawa reports bassist Christopher Yick wants local families to close the year on a classical note.

Honolulu Star-Advertiser — A year ago college student Chris Yick had a big idea. The ‘Iolani class of 2016 alumnus wanted to set up a nonprofit organization to bring chamber music experiences and education to Hawaii.

Hawaii News Now — Hawaii-based classical musicians are teaming up with the renown Chef Chai to stage a benefit event to support response efforts to the Puna lava flow. On Monday, August 13, Chef Chai, in partnership with the Salvation Army, will host a Big Island Benefit Dinner & Concert. Proceeds from this event will go directly to Salvation Army’s work in the Puna community.

Honolulu Star-Advertiser — Relief efforts remain active for the displaced families of the lava’s path and many island residents have been looking for ways to help. Among those lending a helping hand is chef Chai Chaowasaree of Chef Chai. He’s teamed up with Salvation Army, in collaboration with Hawaii Chamber Music Festival (HCMF) and Hawaii International Music Festival (HIMF), to host a Big Island Benefit Dinner & Concert.

Hawaii News Now — Christopher Yick had a dream of someday coming home, “Like LeBron going back to the Cavs,” he said, but instead of hoops, it’s strings. The dream has changed a bit since he left Hawaii for college. Now, the focus is more on the team and the town.