In May 2025, acclaimed American concert pianist Peter Simon will embark on a tour unlike any other—one not driven by commercial success or international acclaim, but by a heartfelt mission of healing. With empathy at its core and a belief in the transformative power of music, Simon is offering a series of free concerts across Israel, bringing beauty, comfort, and connection to communities facing an incredibly difficult time.
“I have a lot of empathy for the Israeli people and what they are going through,” says Simon. “Therefore, I have decided to travel to Israel and give free concerts, so they will be able to hear and enjoy beautiful music.”
A gifted artist known for blending classical masterworks with personal storytelling and humor, Simon’s performances go beyond entertainment—they create space for reflection, unity, and emotional restoration. His upcoming tour includes a high-profile concert at the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem, but the true heart of the journey lies in his outreach to smaller, wounded communities often overlooked by major cultural events.
In a profound gesture of generosity, Simon will also donate two grand pianos as part of the tour. One will go to Katzrin, a modest town in the Golan Heights where access to the arts is limited but deeply desired. The second will be gifted to Nahal Oz, a kibbutz near the Gaza border that was ravaged in the October 7 attacks by Hamas. This community endured devastating losses and is currently dispersed, with many residents living in temporary accommodations at a nearby hotel. Simon plans to perform a private concert there—an intimate gathering designed to comfort and uplift those most affected by the trauma.
The donated piano to Nahal Oz will ultimately be installed in one of the newly rebuilt structures, serving as a lasting symbol of resilience, hope, and the enduring human spirit. In both locations, Simon’s gifts are more than instruments—they are seeds of rebirth for communities in need of cultural and emotional renewal.
Peter Simon’s career has spanned continents and decades, from the prestigious halls of Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center to concert venues across Europe, Asia, Scandinavia, New Zealand, and Australia. Yet despite this impressive résumé, Simon has remained deeply connected to the idea that music is for everyone. His performances are marked by an inviting, accessible quality that resonates with audiences of all backgrounds and ages.
A native of Denver, Colorado, Simon is not only a celebrated performer but also a passionate educator and advocate for the arts. With degrees in both Philosophy and Music, he spent years as a university professor and has devoted much of his time to outreach. His work includes hundreds of school visits across the United States, where he uses humor, storytelling, and live piano performances to introduce children to the world of classical music. For Simon, music is not just a discipline—it’s a shared human experience, a language that transcends borders and barriers.
It’s this belief that guides his tour through Israel: that during dark times, music can act as musical medicine reminding people of their shared humanity and the beauty still possible in the world. As communities across Israel continue to navigate trauma, displacement, and the long road of rebuilding, Simon’s concerts are more than cultural offerings—they are acts of solidarity.
In a world often dominated by division and despair, Peter Simon’s journey through Israel offers something different. With each note he plays, he sends a message of compassion, connection, and courage. Whether on a grand stage in Jerusalem or a hotel lobby filled with displaced families, his music carries the quiet but powerful promise that healing is possible—and sometimes, it begins with a single piano key.
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