The Jaffrey Civic Center is planning a unique and engaging fundraiser celebrating spring, music and art.

“Notes on Canvas: Transforming Music to Art,” is to feature concert pianist, Virginia Eskin playing the piano and visual artist, Jill Fischman painting what she hears to create a unique work of art dedicated to spring. Virginia Eskin is a native of San Diego, California, and has performed as a soloist with many orchestras, throughout the United States and Europe.

Eskin is adjunct professor music at Keene State College, which in 2009 awarded her an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters in recognition recognize her contributions to women’s music. Fischman, a New York City native, studied Commercial Art at the School of Visual Arts (SVA) in New York City. Her bold designs led her to a successful twenty-year career in publishing, as an editorial art director and graphic designer. Fischman’s journey took her down the pages of: Harper’s Bazaar, Glamour, Mirabella, European Travel & Life, and Parents magazines.

The event will be held Saturday, April 27 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. An auction of the newly created painting and reception will follow the concert. Only 50 tickets available for this event. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the Civic Center, or online at: https://ticketelf.com/events/notes-on-canvas-transforming-music-to-art.