Sarah Mclachlan Foundation Presents: Summer Sessions At Ambleside
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
A Premiere Benefit Concert Featuring Sarah Mclachlan, Sheryl Crow, Neil Young
At Ambleside Park In West Vancouver
The Sarah McLachlan Foundation and the District of West Vancouver are proud to present Summer Sessions At Ambleside on Saturday, September 12th 2009. The one-day premiere benefit concert will be the first of its kind in West Vancouver, featuring performances by megastar artists Sarah Mclachlan, Sheryl Crow and Neil Young.
"We are thrilled to be partners with the Sarah McLachlan Foundation. It is wonderful for West Van and everyone who cares about great music at the beach. This is simply the best!" said West Vancouver Mayor Pamela Goldsmith-Jones.
Alongside the premiere artists, the all day festival will include performances from an eclectic array of talented Canadian artists.
All proceeds from the concert go to the Sarah McLachlan Foundation. The Foundation’s mandate is to bring music into the lives of young Canadians, through providing free music programs to youth in under-served communities. The impact of participation is profound; building self-esteem, and fostering creativity in young people through the power of music.
Tickets on sale Saturday, July 18th @ 10 am.
Tickets available at www.selectyourtickets.com or by calling 1-866-514-5050
Official event website: www.summersessions.ca
Summer Sessions at Ambleside is brought to you by the Sarah McLachlan Foundation, Executive Producers: Dan Fraser and Graham Lee.
Partners: The District of West Vancouver, The Vancouver Sun, Global BC, QM/FM, Virgin Radio, The Shore 104 and The Westin Grand Hotel.
For all media inquires contact:
Richard Adams, Nettwerk Music Group
604 654 2929 | radams@nettwerk.com
About the Sarah McLachlan Foundation:
The Sarah McLachlan Foundation was founded in 1999, inspired by the vision of founding partner, international singer and songwriter, Sarah McLachlan. The Foundation’s mandate is simple: to bring music into the lives of young Canadians, through providing free music programs to youth in under-served communities. The impact of participation is profound: building self-esteem, and fostering creativity in young people through the power of music.
In 2002, The Foundation launched its first school, Sarah McLachlan Music Outreach - An Arts Umbrella Project, in Vancouver's inner city, offering students free music instruction in guitar, piano, percussion, voice, rock band, music fundamentals and choir. This innovative program reaches over 200 students, grades 2 through 12, offering group and private lessons, practice rooms, and a media lab to create original works of music. The school provides an inspiring, secure place where students go to learn, practice, and connect with friends. Students acquire a life-long appreciation of music, and enthusiasm for learning, but most importantly, Sarah McLachlan Music Outreach offers a nurturing environment where young people learn important life skills, are free to explore their creative potential and develop peer connections that will last a lifetime.