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Harmony Project Launches Academy to Provide Training for Music Students

Harmony Project Launches Academy to Provide Enhanced Training for Promising Music Students from LA Gang Reduction Zones


LOS ANGELES, Sept. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Harmony Project announced the launch of the Harmony Project Academy to provide enhanced music training to 98 music students from low-income homes who show exceptional promise, through a $249,918 “Widening the Stage” grant from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation.  The award is renewable annually for the next three years.

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The Harlem School of the Arts to Recieve Historic Grant of More Than $5 Million from the Herb Alpert Foundation

New York’s Harlem School Of The Arts To Receive Historic Grant Totaling More Than $5 Million From The Herb Alpert Foundation

NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — The Harlem School of the Arts (HSA), the community-based cultural and educational institution serving children and families of all backgrounds for nearly 50 years, today announced that it will receive an historic grant of more than $5 million from the Herb Alpert Foundation.  The grant, totaling $5,050,000, is a gift from legendary musician, artist and philanthropist Herb Alpert to ensure a sustainable future for the Harlem School of the Arts and the future of its students.

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Music Legend Prince Announces “Welcome 2 Chicago” & Special Collaboration

Prince Announces “Welcome 2 Chicago” And Collaboration With Rebuild The Dream

 

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Prince, one of the most prolific and groundbreaking artists of our time, announces his return to Chicago, at the United Center beginning September 24th and his support of Rebuild the Dream.  Rebuild the Dream, founded by Van Jones, is a mobilization of hundreds of thousands of everyday people—from seniors to students, moms, dads, brothers and sisters—who come together to build strong vibrant communities and to fix our economy from the ground up.

Tickets go on sale to the public on Thursday, September 6th at 10am Central at LiveNation.com.

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The VH1 Save The Music Foundation Upcoming Events: Whitney Houston Dance Party, & More!

The VH1 Save The Music Foundation Upcoming Events: Whitney Houston Dance Party, Family Day 2013 & Songwriters Music Series

 
 
Sponsorship Opportunities and Benefits available at www.vh1savethemusic.org/sponsors


NEW YORK, June 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — The VH1 Save The Music Foundation is proud to announce a series of exciting fundraising events taking place over the next year, with limited sponsorship categories available. The scheduled events include the final installments of the Songwriters Music Series for 2012 occurring in September in Napa, CA at the exquisite William Hill Estate and Songwriters: New York in the “Big Apple” this October. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Ne-Yo, Wendy Williams and More to Partner with NIVEA for National PDA Day

Ne-Yo, Wendy Williams and Bill & Giuliana Rancic Partner with NIVEA to Celebrate National PDA Day


 
 
In Celebration of National PDA Day and to Mark the Start of the Summer Season of Love, NIVEA Executes Series of Events in Nearly a Dozen Cities

Details on Events in All Cities Available at NationalPDADay.com


NEW YORK, June 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — ‘Tis the season of hand-holding, hugging and kissing – and, of course, public displays of affection.  Studies show that Americans feel and show more love and affection for one another during the summer months.  So, timed to the start of Summer 2012, NIVEA has partnered with Grammy-Award winning recording artist Ne-Yo, television talk show host Wendy Williams and NIVEA Ambassadors Bill and Giuliana Rancic to expand the year-long NIVEA Million Moments of Touch movement and celebrate National PDA Day on June 20 – not coincidentally the first day of summer. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Jeff Bradshaw to Launch Awareness Campaign | New CD, “Bone Appétit” to Be Release on April 24th, 2012

Hidden Beach and “Mr. Trombone” Jeff Bradshaw launch Awareness Campaign for the New Orleans Musician’s Relief Fund

New CD, “Bone Appétit” Coming April 24th, 2012

Hidden Beach artist “Mr. Trombone” Jeff Bradshaw kicked off a multi-tiered awareness campaign this week for the New Orleans Musician’s Relief Fund.  VH1 Soul gave a big boost to his efforts with the World Premier of his music video for “Got Til It’s Gone” featuring 2x Grammy nominee Marsha Ambrosius and rapper TWyse. The cable channel will aired the video hourly for 24 Hours on Monday March 26th bringing visibility to New Orleans at a time when many have assumed the city is back on its feet. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Anthony Braxton’s Tri-Centric Foundation Launches New Website Version in March 2012

ANTHONY BRAXTON’S TRI-CENTRIC FOUNDATION LAUNCHES ITS WEBSITE VERSION 2.0 ON MARCH 1ST, 2012


 
www.tricentricfoundation.org

 
New York, NY – At 2pm on March 1st, Anthony Braxton’s Tri-Centric Foundation will launch the new and improved version of the organization’s website. Members of the press are invited to set-up press accounts to explore the site; because of the relaunch those that had accounts on the old website will need to set up new ones, contact TCF for details. To continue, please click “MORE”!

“Gospel Goes to Hollywood” Awards Luncheon Hailed as a Success

Gospel Goes to Hollywood Awards Luncheon Hailed as Resounding Success Celebrating the Untold Stories of Faith During Oscar Week

 
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., March 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ —  Gospel Goes to Hollywood Awards Luncheon (GGTH) hosted by actress Wendy Raquel Robinson and comedian Jonathan Slocumb, who stepped in for Terry Crews, was hailed as a resounding success throughout Hollywood.  The event, to raise awareness and funds in support of the fight against domestic violence, was held Friday, February 24, 2012 at the historical Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood, CA. To continue, please click “MORE”!

R&B Star Rahsaan Patterson Records Original Song for RAINN | LISTEN to “Don’t Touch Me”

Rahsaan Patterson records anthem, “Don’t Touch Me” for RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)

“After 30 years I finally have an appreciation and love for myself that has been missing for most of my life. The most important thing for me at this point is to be able to communicate through music and art and help others.”

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO “DON’T TOUCH ME”


R&B Star Rahsaan Patterson Opens Up About Childhood Sexual Abuse


February 22, 2012 – (New York, NY) – Mack Avenue recording artist and soul innovator Rahsaan Patterson is the new celebrity ambassador for RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network), the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. To continue, please click “MORE”!

UNCF Will Broadcast UNCF AN EVENING OF STARS on Jan. 28th & 29th, 2012

UNCF AN EVENING OF STARS® Presented By Target Celebrates The Power of Education


 
Performances and Appearances by Patti LaBelle, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Anthony Hamilton, Ledisi, Marsha Ambrosius, Estelle, Miguel, Musiq Soulchild, Tatyana Ali, Pooch Hall, Jill Marie Jones, Brian White, Terrence J, David Banner and Many More!

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — UNCF (United Negro College Fund) will broadcast UNCF AN EVENING OF STARS® Presented by Target nationally in major markets on Saturday, January  28th  and January 29th  and on BET Networks at 11 p.m. EST/PST and 10 p.m. CST on Sunday, January 29th.  For a complete list of stations and additional information, visit www.AnEveningofStars.org. To continue, please click “MORE”!

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