New York Singer/Songwriter Will Perform Popular Songs, Jazz And Original Compositions In Free Concert To Mark World Sight Day
WHAT: Lighthouse International's Filomen M. D'Agostino Greenberg Music School presents a special Catherine Kramer Concert-Influences and Inspirations-- to mark World Sight Day. Featuring original, popular tunes and jazz standards by the acclaimed musician Slau, the performance explores styles and musicians who influenced his songwriting.
Slau is a New York City-based singer/songwriter and producer. A multi-instrumentalist, he has performed with various folk ensembles and dance bands. His reputation as a versatile musician led to an early career as a session musician for television scores as well as commercial jingles and underscores.
His songwriting has been recognized by Musician Magazine where he was a semi-finalist in the Best Unsigned Band Contest and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) Songwriters Workshop. He has been a featured performer at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Showcase and a regular contributor to the New York City Songwriters Circle and The Bitter End.
WHEN: Friday, October 19, 2007
7:30 p.m.
At 6:30 there will be a "Meet the Artist" reception and a presentation of the new Music School CD, "A Musical Tapestry"
WHERE: LIGHTHOUSE INTERNATIONAL Theater
111 East 59th St.
(Between Park and Lexington Aves.)
Founded in 1905, Lighthouse International is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to preserving vision and to providing critically needed health care services to help people of all ages overcome the challenges of vision loss. Through services, education, research and advocacy, the Lighthouse enables people with low vision and blindness to enjoy safe, independent and productive lives. For more information about vision loss, its causes and what you can do about it, contact Lighthouse International at 1-800-829-0500 or visit www.lighthouse.org
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