MENG ARRANGES FOR KOREAN AMERICAN YOUTH CHOIR FROM QUEENS TO PERFORM AT WHITE HOUSE

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) announced today that she arranged for a Korean American Youth Choir from Queens to perform this week at the White House in Washington, D.C.

The Korean American Youth Choir of New York (KAYCNY), a Queens-based group of young individuals dedicated to promoting and preserving Korean culture through music, played at the first White House celebration that marked the Korean holiday of Chuseok. The event took place this past Tuesday, September 17. The Congresswoman helped arrange for KAYCNY to be invited by recommending them to White House officials.

"It was wonderful to see KAYCNY represent New York's Korean American community at this wonderful event, and I'm thrilled that they were asked to perform at my request," said Congresswoman Meng. "I thank these talented young people for showcasing Korean culture through their music and contributing to these exciting festivities that celebrated the Korean diaspora in the United States. I am so proud to represent a vibrant Korean American community in my district in Queens and I thank the White House for hosting this event to highlight the rich heritage and culture of Korean Americans."

"This performance at the White House was an outstanding experience and it was a tremendous opportunity to spotlight the talent and work of the local young people in our choir," said Eunja Ko, Leader of KAYCNY. "It was an honor to participate, and I thank Congresswoman Meng for arranging for us to perform."

The celebration included around 100 people. Approximately 13 children from KAYCNY performed in traditional Korean attire and they were joined by the choir's conductor, staff members, and several parents.