Jelesnik has created a musical composition dedicated to the hope of a nation. as expressed in the words of an Ohio teenager. Indeed. if all Americans were as conscientiously committed to the welfare of their communities and their country as Eugene Jelesnik. the fulfillment of that young ladys prayer would be a reality. This talented Russian immigrant. who came to our shores as a young man in 1925. has truly enriched his new land. not with his musical gift alone. but also his humanitarianism. Traditionally. he leads an entourage of musicians from his Salt Lake Philharmonic Orchestra into local hospitals to play for patients at Christmas time. His contributions to his community are now beyond measure. but his untiring pursuit of wholesome entertainment was recently rewarded when he was honored at a luncheon by the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.
Keywords matched
immigrant