Benefit Concert on April 17 in Nashville to Raise Funds for Family of Late Musician/Actress J.Karen Thomas

            NASHVILLE – Lance Hoppen, Ester Nicholson, Jill Colucci, and other musicians will perform at the Center for Spiritual Living Nashville at 7 p.m. April 17 (Friday) to help raise funds for the family of the late J.Karen Thomas. 

          The acclaimed singer, songwriter and actress died recently from a rare form of blood cancer. All proceeds will go to her surviving partner/wife, Colette Divine, to help offset memorial costs, temporary loss of income, and living expenses. Admission to "Cause de Célèbre: Honoring the Late J.Karen Thomas" is $35, with VIP tickets available for $100. VIP tickets include special seating and a meet-and-greet with performers before the show.  

          To learn more or to buy tickets for the fundraising concert, visit http://www.cslnashville.org/benefit-concert-for-j.-karen-thomas.html .

          CSLN is located at 6705 Charlotte Pike in West Nashville. Individuals with questions can call (615) 356-0174 or send an e-mail inquiry to info@cslnashville.org. 

 

          A Memorial Service honoring the artist will occur in the church sanctuary at 2 p.m. April 18 (Saturday).

           Thomas was a Nashville native who starred in a recurring role as Audrey Carlisle on ABC-TV’s hit series "Nashville". She guest starred on more than 40 other TV shows including "Criminal Minds".  She appeared in the 2014 feature films "The Identical", starring Ashley Judd; "Captive", starring David Oyelowo; and "Boulevard", starring Robin Williams.  Thomas is the 2013 recipient of The Circle Award for Best Supporting Actress as Shug Avery in "The Color Purple Musical".  Locally, she sang with Keb’ Mo', Jimmy Church, The Time Jumpers, and many others. Her CDs, "Love Just Happens" and "Live @ CSLN", are available at cdbaby.com.  

          To make a donation to the "J.Karen Eternal Love" fundraising campaign, visit http://www.gofundme.com/jkareneternallove . 

Lance Hoppen to Celebrate Birthday with Special Concert on Jan. 11

Lance Hoppen's Third Annual 'Big Bash Birthday Show'!

Lance Hoppen, best known as a co-founding member of the Pop/Rock band Orleans (who brought you such iconic '70s hits as Still the One, Dance With Me and Love Tales Time) will once again celebrate his upcoming birthday (Jan. 9) in style ... with YOU as the party's beneficiary!

If you've not been to his 'Big Bash Birthday Show' in the past two years, you don't know what you've been missing! And if you have, you know you'll want to be there again on Friday, Jan. 11th at 9 p.m. Last year, Lance gathered around him no less than 16 fine singers and players to help him bring in the new year with a bang. Many of them will be returning, with some new surprises in store as well!

This is a FREE event (with love offerings gratefully accepted :-)

WHERE: Center for Spiritual Living Nashville

                6705 Charlotte Pike (across from Nashville West mall)

                Nashville, TN 37209

WHEN: Friday, Jan. 11th ... 9 p.m.

           Open mic circle starts at 7 p.m. All welcome to participate.

Please come ... tell your friends ... enjoy yourself ... lend your support.

It's gonna be a big 'ole PARTY!

MCAU: Highlights for the Week of Oct. 1, 2012

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Artist Resources, Career Growth and Opportunities...

WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASSES... Artist/instructor gail McDaniel's next round of watercolor painting classes will begin on Oct. 2 in Brentwood and Oct. 3 in Nashville.  Learn more: http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/09/nashville-watercolor-painting-class-to.html 



(Photo: gail McDaniel)




NSAI OFFERS FREE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS...  If you've ever thought about trying out membership with NSAI, now's your chance... all for free!  http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/09/nsai-offers-free-membership-benefits.html






Benefits...

BENEFIT FOR MARYLEA JORDAN FAMILY... The "Co-Creators Coffeehouse" will stage a benefit concert for the Marylea Jordan Family Benevolence Fund on Oct. 5 (Friday).  Learn more: http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/09/special-concert-on-oct-5-to-benefit.html


Congratulations to...

THE WANNABEATLES, who have released the new song and video, "Oh Betty! (The Betty White Song)". The project is being considered for a Grammy nomination in the Best Short Video, Best Song Written for Visual Media, and Best New Artist categories. Read the full story: http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/09/the-wannabeatles-release-oh-betty-song.html


EARTH MAMA (JOYCE ROUSE), who has released the new CD "Blessings of the Universe". The project features 13 inspirational songs "for the foreground and background of your days."  The CD is being considered for a Grammy nomination (CCM Album: "Blessings of the Universe"). Learn more: http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/09/grammy-consideration-earth-mamas.html


Health & Wellness...

EXHIBITION SPACE AVAILABLE AT UPCOMING HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO... Area companies and professionals who specialize in health, wellness and the environment can showcase their products and services to Middle Tennesseans on Nov. 3.  Learn more: http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/09/exhibition-space-available-for-health.html


Music...

'TUNESMITHING' TO CELEBRATE NINTH ANNIVERSARY...  "Tunesmithing Off Music Row" will celebrate its ninth anniversary from 7-10 p.m. Oct. 3 (Wednesday) at the Best Western Music Row. More than 20 singer-songwriters will perform.  The event will help kick off the "Independent Music Fest".  Learn more: http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/09/tunesmithing-ninth-anniversary-show-to.html 

(Photo: Lisa Aschmann)



'INDEPENDENT MUSIC FEST' TO OCCUR OCT. 5-7... More than 150 performing artists and songwriters from around the world will visit Nashville's Music Row from Oct. 5-7 (Friday-Sunday) for the "Independent Music Fest".  Learn more at http://www.IndependentMusicFest.com   


Read the full story about the "Independent Music Fest": http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/09/independent-music-fest-to-offer-one-on.html    

THE PRODUCER'S CHAIR TO CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY... Join James Rea and legendary producer Dann Huff at 6 p.m. Oct. 1 (Monday) at Douglas Corner for The Producer's Chair's seventh anniversary celebration.  Learn more: http://www.TheProducersChair.com . (JR)


Sports...

'JAW-DROPPING' FEATS... Four blind or partially blind members of the United States Blind Golf Association hit holes-in-one at various golfing events -- all in the same week!  Kevin Edwards, Ty Thompson, Ron Plath and Brian MacLeod are thrilled about their "jaw-dropping" feats.  Read the full story with photos: http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/09/three-usbga-blind-golfers-hit-holes-in.html


Visual Art...

CONTINUING THIS WEEK! CAMILLE ENGEL'S SOLO EXHIBITION... Internationally awarded Nashville visual artist Camille Engel is exhibiting a large array of original contemporary realism oil paintings in a rare solo exhibition through Nov. 4 at the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center in Clarksville, Tenn.  The Customs House is located at 200 S. Second St. in downtown Clarksville. See a remarkable collaboration between Camille and fellow visual artist edie Maney. Learn more about the exhibit: http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/07/camille-engel-to-exhibit-realism-oil.html .  See photos from Camille's reception on Sept. 20: http://musiccityartsupdate.blogspot.com/2012/09/congratulations-to-camille-engel.html

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Special Concert on Oct. 5 to Benefit Marylea Jordan Family

     NASHVILLE -- The "Co-Creators' Coffeehouse" will stage a benefit concert for the Marylea Jordan Family Benevolence Fund at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 5 (Friday) at the Center for Spiritual Living Nashville, 6705 Charlotte Pike in west Nashville.  

     The event will feature musical performances by members of the CSLN Music Ministry Team. Members include harpist/vocalist Chris "Freight Train" Floyd, brass player John Hinchey, guitarist/vocalist Lance Hoppen, vocalist Jody Lopez-Robinson, vocalist Paige Manuel, sax/clarinet player Max Niederle, vocalist Jennifer Nelson, vocalist Laurie O'Shea, keyboardist/vocalist Sean O'Shea, percussionist Spencer Strand, vocalist J. Karen Thomas, and guitarist Brian Wright.  

     Admission is free.  A love offering will be taken to support the family of the late Marylea Jordan, who was an active part of the CSLN community for many years.  The concert will be emceed by Butterfly.  

     For more information, call (615) 356-0174 or visit http://www.CSLNashville.org.

Exhibition Space Available for Health and Wellness Expo in Nashville

            NASHVILLE, Tenn. (September 2012) – Area companies and professionals who specialize in health, wellness and the environment can showcase their products and services to Middle Tennesseans from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 3 (Saturday) during the "Health and Wellness EXPO" at the Center for Spiritual Living Nashville, 6705 Charlotte Pike.

            The event will feature product demonstrations, display booths, and lectures by prominent natural health care and environmental experts across the region.  Booth space, room rentals, and sponsorships are available on a first-come, first-served basis through Oct. 15.

            "This is an exciting opportunity for businesses and professionals who want to showcase their products and services, while helping change the lives of wellness-minded individuals," said event coordinator Bonnie Troxel.  "We are offering a cost-effective way for area businesses to reach a targeted, pre-qualified audience.  Where else can a professional open his or her storefront to hundreds of highly qualified consumers in one day?"

            The first 12 business professionals to sign up will have the opportunity to speak during special breakout sessions throughout the day.  A list of Expo attendees will be provided to participants after the event. Exhibitors and sponsors will receive mention in all promotional materials, including flyers, invitations and press releases. Booth and room rentals are $100 for the entire day or $30 per hour.  Two or more vendors can share exhibit space at a reduced rate.

            Exhibition booths will offer insights on nutrition and herbal remedies, senior health, aging, empowerment, happiness, recovery from addiction, biofeedback wellness, hormone balancing, breast cancer awareness, and the environment.  Some of the exhibitors will offer free herbal, nutrition, and skin care product samples. Professional health practitioners will provide massages, Reiki, Chakra energy clearings, biofeedback, and chiropractic demonstrations. Exhibitors will include Intuition... Spirit, Heart & Soul; Roth Wellness and Chiropractic; Shred on the Run; and Tisha: Feng Shui Your life. Breakout session speakers will include Kim Mollenkopf, Tisha Morris, Dr. Hal Roseman, and Dr. Sharon Roth.

            For more information about booking exhibition space and/or sponsoring the "Health and Wellness Expo", send an email inquiry to Bonnie Troxel at choose2bloom@comcast.net, call the CSLN office at (615) 356-0174, or visit http://www.CSLNashville.org.

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