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Press Release

November 4, 2011

 A Reason for Hope Continues

The 5th annual Reason for Hope will take place on Sunday November 13th, 7:30PM at New Glasgow’s Glasgow Square Theatre. This year’s event will be one of mixed emotion as it will mark the first since the passing of founder Emma Lee Stewart. It was her wish that the event continue with its mandate which is to increase public awareness, raise funds and educate in all areas of cancer prevention, awareness and care.

 

This year’s event will feature performances by Music Nova Scotia Award Nominee Mary Stewart, ECMA nominee Doris Mason, Music Nova Scotia Award winner Ryan Cooke and a special guest appearance by East Coast music icon Matt Minglewood.  

Since its inception the Reason for Hope has raised in excess of $20,000 for cancer related initiatives including the Lodge that Gives, Aberdeen Hospital and Breast Cancer Action Nova Scotia. Funds raised at this year’s Reason for Hope Concert will be directed to Metastatic Breast Cancer Research.  It was Emma Lee’s wish that fund raising efforts be directed to research in this area as it directly affects approximately 25 percent of persons diagnosed with breast cancer” said organization spokesperson Jim Stewart.    

The evening will feature a “Silent Auction” as well as a number of “Door Prizes”. The evening will be hosted by New Glasgow Singer Songwriter Mary Stewart..

 

Also performing will be local favourites Jakki Rogue and The Alcorns.

 

Sponsors of the Reason for Hope include Presenting Sponsor- Mac, Mac & Mac, Major Sponsors Fraser & Hoyt, 94.1 East Coast FM and Moosehead Breweries, Intermediate Sponsors Wearwell Garments, McDonalds, Tim Hortons, Comfort Inn, Country Inns & Suites, Holiday Inn Express and Long & McQuade,.

 

Tickets are $20 and are on sale at Trinity United Church, H&R Music and Glasgow Square Theatre.

  

For more information contact Jim Stewart at 902-396-6570. reasonforhope@eastlink.ca or Mary Stewart 647-960-2593




Sunday Oct.30, 2011

Portraits of Honour Stellarton








 FESTIVAL ANTIGONISH
Presents

ROOTS OF ROCK VOL. 1 – 1949-1960.
There was jazz, blues, folk and country.
And then there was…
ROCK ‘N ROLL
 
Re-visit An Explosive Era
That Changed The Landscape Of Pop Music.
 
At The Bauer Theatre
Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
March 24th, 25th, 26th.
8pm.
TICKETS - $15

ROOTS OF ROCK FUNDRAISER FOR FESTIVAL ANTIGONISH

Artistic Producer, Ed Thomason, announced a different approach to the highly successful concert fundraisers
which have become a March tradition for Festival Antigonish in recent years.
“Instead of spotlighting a songwriter like Bob Dylan, we’ve chosen an era,” he said in an interview this week. 
“The show is called Roots of Rock – Volume 1 – 1949 to 1960.  So we’re talking about legendary hits by artists
including Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, to name but a few, and a whole variety
of styles from blues through doo wop to country and folk.”
Thomason readily admits to a nostalgic fondness for this music.
“Sure, it’s the soundtrack of my childhood, but let’s face it, it’s achieved classic status
– these artists are still being enjoyed and rediscovered by listeners of all ages”.  
Roots of Rock will play for three nights at the Bauer Theatre and feature local artists,
including Jakki Rogue, Greg & Jess Favaro, Dan Wilson, and Molly Thomason.



Pictou County’s own Jakki Rogue has received the nod of the Music Industry of Nova Scotia as she graciously accepts the 2005 NOVA SCOTIA MUSIC AWARD NOMINEE - FEMALE RECORDING ARTIST for her first ever CD project "Take A Look At This". ""Take A Look At This" was a long time in the works and means a great deal to me as an artist. To now receive the recognition of the music industry has reinforced my belief in this business, and in believing in yourself and following your dream", says Rogue. For those of you who haven’t had the opportunity to kick back and enjoy her live performance, get ready. Jakki stands tall among female artists in our Province. Her instrumental ability is second to none, on a variety of instruments. She’s a strong, seasoned performer, a fabulous singer and a songwriter who gets to the heart of the matter.

"Jakki's music is as honest and heartfelt as it comes", agrees Fellow-Pictonian and nominee Dave Gunning, who worked with Jakki in producing some of the songs on "Take A Look At This", along with another nominee Halifax-based producer Rick Edgett. Jakki is a strong artist and a seasoned professional. She’s seen it all during her career, and still remains in the game, a positive contributor to the industry, all the while raising her two greatest accomplishments, her son and daughter. Jakki’s music shines both on the stage and off, where her "day" job finds her teaching the next generation at the Yamaha School of Music, H & R Music, New Glasgow.

"I’m thrilled to have my name listed with the rest of the nominees", says Jakki. "It’s a great honour". So, add Jakki Rogue to the list of great musicians from Pictou County. Empowered, enlightened and entertaining, MIANS’ theme of the year, is Jakki Rogue. Learn more about Jakki by surfing her website. Find and buy her CD. Learn more about the Music Industry Association of Nova Scotia . Become a member. Support our artists. You won’t be disappointed.

"Jakki has entertained for Tearmann House sharing her talent for our Christmas parties and fundraisers. Time and time again, Jakki has proven herself to be wonderfully engaging, personable, and rich in musical talent. No matter what the event, Jakki's performances are 'real' and the music is relevant. Experiencing Jakki's music makes you want to just sit back and listen." … Donna Smith, Tearmann House, New Glasgow, NS







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