September - October 2015
Therapeutic Arts
Terry Barber, countertenor and executive director of Artists for a Cause used his talents for therapy to help soothe and heal the sick and elderly at Assisted Living Facilities throughout Canada.
October 28
Deloraine, 10:15 a.m.
October 28
Virden, 2:00 p.m.
October 30
Lac du Bonnet
October 31
Portage la prairie
Classical for Schools
October 16, 9:00 a.m.
The New City School
5209 Waterman Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63104
314.361.6411
October 19, 9:00 a.m.
St. Margaret of Scotland Elementary School
3854 Flad Ave. St Louis, MO 63110
The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber featuring Terry Barber and some of St. Louis’ most gifted up-and-coming talents
Inaugural St. Louis A4AC Event
October 9, 8:00 p.m.
Sheldon Concert Hall, St. Louis, MO
“St. Louis has so many great musical venues,” said Terry Barber, executive director and founder of Artists for a Cause. “One of my favorites is the Sheldon Concert Hall for its exceptional acoustics and intimate setting.”
The Sheldon Concert Hall performance on October 9 featured Barber, accompanied by some of St. Louis’ finest musicians including: Olivia Bosaw; Madison Lay; Ava Schmidt; Arielle Pedersen; Abigail Gawart; RhonniRose Mantilla; Maggie Kuntz; and Jordan Jones
Therapeutic Arts
Mary Murphy, Soprano
September 30 at 5 p.m.
Lynmoore Lawnwood in Ft. Pierce
1550 N. Lawnwood Circle, Fort Pierce, FL
Mary Murphy came to our general auditions and we have since booked her for her first Therapeutic Arts performance. Thank you Ms. Murphy!
Therapeutic Arts
Jonathan Cummings, Entertainer
Sept 27 at 7 p.m.
Brookdale Palm Beach Gardens
11381 Prosperity Farms Rd.
Among local musicians Jonathan is at the top of the food chain. He is a singer, songwriter and producer who plays more than one instrument, and has considerable experience in several genres. We are so proud that Jonathan is among the top artists in our database.
You may remember that this artist, who toured with Barry Manilow, was one of the Stars in our inaugural “Singing with the Stars” event two seasons ago.
Therapeutic Arts
Alexandra Marra, Soprano
Sept 26 at 1:30 p.m.
Brookdale Palm Beach Gardens
11381 Prosperity Farms Rd.
A gifted young lady whose vocal talent is well beyond her years, Alexandra has quickly become a favorite in our network, performing in last season’s “Music Salon” series hosted by Tim and Maureen Cotter (Mariner Sands). Last season she also performed for the Trump family, and was included in Terry Barber’s professional tour of “The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber.” Residents were treated to a private performance by this rising star, including arias and musical theater favorites.
Artists for a Cause First Annual General AUDITIONS!
A4AC Audition: Sept 1 and 2 at 6 p.m.
September 1 - Auditorium
September 2 - Choral Room
South Fork High School
10000 Southwest Bulldog Way, Stuart, FL
All performing artists of every age with exceptional talents in any genre who wished to be considered for special performance opportunities were invited to attend the auditions. We couldn't have been more pleased with the turnout!
Student, volunteer, and professional performing artists will be considered for a number of programs and events, paid and volunteer, including but not limited to: Therapeutic Arts Program, which sends the healing power of visual and performing arts to children and the elderly; Support for Charities, which enables visual and performing artists to support many varied charity events; Music Salon Showcases, which feature the most gifted young artists in our network.
The audition also served as a Casting Call for 2016 Singing with the Stars.