On December 28, 2025 – Bella’s 40th birthday – she appeared as soloist in Dvorak's Violin Concerto at Carnegie Hall. Conducted by Jaime Laredo, the occasion also marked his final appearance as conductor of the New York String Orchestra. Ahead of the performance, Bella reflected on Laredo’s impact on her musical life in The Strad. Link to article below. Performance photo by Pete Checchia.