Violinist Hina Khuong-Huu Performs with Binghamton Philharmonic

First-prize winner of the 2023 Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition makes Binghamton debut.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 5:39pm

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The Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra is opening the New Year with a performance featuring violinist Hina Khuong-Huu, who will be playing Mozart's Concerto Number 3. This is Khuong-Huu's first time performing in Binghamton, where she has an indirect connection through her mentor, renowned violinist Elmar Oliveira, who taught at Binghamton University.

Why it matters

The Binghamton Philharmonic's concert featuring Khuong-Huu provides an opportunity for the local community to experience a rising young talent who has already achieved significant accolades, including winning the prestigious Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition in 2023. Khuong-Huu's connection to Oliveira, a respected figure in the classical music world, also adds to the significance of her Binghamton debut.

The details

Khuong-Huu will be performing Mozart's Concerto Number 3 with the full 60-piece Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra. This will be her first time playing the piece in its complete form with a full orchestra backing her. The concert is a Saturday matinee performance starting at 3:30 pm at the Forum in Binghamton.

  • The concert is scheduled for January 31, 2026.
  • Khuong-Huu won the Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition in 2023.

The players

Hina Khuong-Huu

A violinist who is the First-Prize winner of the 2023 Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition.

Elmar Oliveira

A world-renowned violinist who taught at Binghamton University and has served as a mentor to Khuong-Huu.

Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra

A professional symphony orchestra based in Binghamton, New York that is hosting the concert featuring Khuong-Huu.

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What they’re saying

“I'm super, super excited. It's gonna be my first time getting to play this piece of orchestra. I've played it before in general, but never in it's complete form with 60 people behind me, so that's really cool. It's also my first time with the Binghamton Philharmonic, so I'm really excited to be here, get to know everybody, and share the stage with them.”

— Hina Khuong-Huu, Violinist

What’s next

Tickets for the January 31st concert range from $29 to $73, and kids 17 and under can attend for free. Tickets can be purchased through the Binghamton Philharmonic website.

The takeaway

The Binghamton Philharmonic's concert featuring rising violin talent Hina Khuong-Huu provides an opportunity for the local community to experience an acclaimed young musician with a connection to the region through her mentor, Elmar Oliveira. The concert highlights the Philharmonic's commitment to showcasing both established and emerging classical music artists.