ROME AND ONEIDA, NY — The YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley is proud to announce a collaborative benefit concert to celebrate cancer survivorship and expand vital wellness services to youth survivors in the region. In partnership with MVCC’s Kidz & Coaches Club, Oneida Health, and The KEYS Program, the event will feature performances by acclaimed blues artists Nat Myers and Eden Brent.
Proceeds from the concert is a life-changing disease for the entire family, said Hank Leo, YMCA CEO. By uniting through music, we can provide the comprehensive support our youth survivors need to stay strong during their battle. Nat Myers is currently going through treatment himself. He’s an incredible musician and Eden is a highly-celebrated blues icon from Mississippi. We are fortunate to have both of them with us. The blues has a way of curing the blues.
We are looking forward to providing some hope and spirits lifted, he added.
Partner Perspectives:
From Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC): “Through hands-on planning, our students transform their skills into meaningful support for children with cancer—raising awareness, funds, and hope.” – Dina Radeljas, Ph.D, Professor of Social Sciences, MVCC
From The KEYS Program:
We are excited to partner with these incredible organizations in our community to bring joy, hope and healing to children battling cancer and their families, through the power of music said Colleen Bennett, KEYS Program. Working together, we are able to provide families a wide array of patient support programs that help to enhance and improve the quality of life of not only the child battling cancer, but the whole family too. We are so grateful to the YMCA, MVCC and Oneida Health for all they do for our KEYS kids and their families.
From Oneida Health Foundation:
We’re proud to stand alongside organizations who understand that wellness, hope, and connection are essential parts of the cancer journey. The Stay Strong Program reflects our shared commitment to helping survivors rebuild confidence, restore wellness, and feel supported every step of the way — Sara Reinhardt, Director, Oneida Health Foundation
Event Details:
Date Time:
Saturday, April 4 th , Doors Open at 5PM, concert begins at 6pm. Local cancer service organizations will be available to connect individuals with support services.
Location: MVCC’s Schafer Theater, 1101 Sherman Drive, Utica, NY 13501
Featuring: Nat Myers, a Korean-American country-blues poet recognized for his authentic pre-war Delta blues style, and Eden Brent, a celebrated Mississippi blues pianist known for her soulful whiskey-smoke vocals.
This event is made possible by our sponsors including; our Premiere Sponsor, All Seasonings Ingredients, Inc., and supporting sponsors Servomation Refreshments, Inc., Strategic Financial Services, OneGroup, C&D Advertising, Community Bank N.A., and Nascentia Health. Tickets: Now available online at http://www.ymcatrivalley.org.
Price: $25 for Adults | $15 for Students
