2013 Line Up - Walking Papers, Michael Shrieve,Mycle Wastman and more!

Synergia Northwest Presents announces its 2013 event "Music Lessons Matter" scheduled for May 18, 2013 at the Moore Theatre in Seattle, Washington, to benefit free after-school music programs for elementary school students in Seattle’s Central District. Tickets:$15.00 --VIP Golden Circle $40.00  at STGPresents.org

The concert will feature the Synergia Northwest Orchestra alongside some of the Pacific Northwest's most high profile rock and pop recording artists and student musicians.  This year's initial line up includes Walking Papers (Jeff Angell, Duff McKagan, Barrett Martin, Ben Anderson), blue-eyed soul sensation Mycle Wastman (2012 The Voice),  legendary Santana drummer Michael Shrieve and Friends, Northwest R&B neo-soul singer-songwriter Tess Henley,  DJ Kaz featuring Shyan Selah and the Garfield High School Drum Line as well as special guests Selene Vigil-Wilk (7 Year Bitch), Brendan Hill (Blues Traveler), Justin S. Davis (Strong Suit, Star Anna & The Laughing Dogs), Shawn Smith (BRAD, Satchel, Pigeonhed), Seattle student and guitar prodigy Caspian Coberly and others to be announced. The night will also include some surprise guests.   Beloved radio personality Marty Riemer will return to emcee this years event. As part of the nights multiple performances the concert will again highlight a special musical tribute. "Music Lessons Matter" will feature a tribute to the music of The Rolling Stones; past tributes have included music from The Beatles and Sir Elton John.

Walking Papers

The series is now in its fourth year and artists performing with the Synergia Northwest Orchestra have included members of  Pearl Jam, Alice In Chains, Alan White, Blues Traveler, Tracy Bonham, Queensryche and other internationally recognized artists who call Washington State their home.  The concerts have also given a showcase to the area's heritage rich, diverse music community such as the groundbreaking music of the late artist and Northwest Native American Beaver Chief, KOKON Taiko with the Seattle Seahawk's Blue Thunder Drum Line and acclaimed drummer Alan White and Dora Oliveira's Samba Reggae Revolution.

Mycle Wastman

 The efforts of Synergia Northwest events over the past few years have helped Music Aid Northwest in bringing its "Music Matters" license plate fundraising proposal to fruition by raising capital needed to create a music-themed license plate that helps support school music programs through its sales. Music Matters license plates can be purchased through any Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) office.

Michael Shrieve

This year Synergia Northwest is expanding its focus to direct service agencies in particular Seattle Music Partners who provides a free after-school music program for underserved elementary school students in Seattle’s Central District. SMP recruits, trains and supports skilled high school, college-aged and community musicians as volunteer music tutors and mentors who lead one-on-one music lessons each week. These lessons are supplemented with a second afternoon of group instruction and ensemble work.  It also provides instruments to participants as well as transportation when needed.

Selene Vigil-Wilk

"We definitely are making an impact and as we grow this thing year to year we foresee more opportunity for young kids to be involved in music programs." said Executive Producer and Music Director Michael McMorrow. "The absolute uniqueness of this event coupled with the vast talent and community oriented business leaders right here in the northwest are creating the perfect storm for success. 2013 will be a banner year for Synergia Northwest." Seattle musician McMorrow also has hinted to other projects involving student musicians that are in various stages of development.

Massive Monkees

Like Synergia Northwest Presents, Seattle Music Partners believe that providing a child with the opportunity to build a foundation of musical skills, coupled with the strength of a mentoring relationship, help foster self-confidence and an overall engagement in learning.

Scott Gelband, Executive Director of SMP shared: "We are thrilled to partner with Synergia Northwest for this year's show. SMP has been working with students in low-income schools for more than a dozen years and the opportunity to trumpet our program as part of a community event of this scale is fantastic!  Thank you for shining a spotlight on our organization and those we serve."

Tess Henley

Synergia Northwest Presents blends classical, contemporary, professional and student musicians into one evening of performances that unifies cultures and musical genres. The caliber of these artists, all with Washington State ties, along with a world-class conductor and orchestra has promised an evening of unforgettable musical moments that have left audiences knowing they've just experienced a magical event. 

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"Music Lessons Matter" tickets on sale Tuesday, March 26rd at 10am

 "MUSIC LESSONS MATTER" -  SATURDAY, MAY 18, 2013  

   The Moore Theatre

   1932 Second Avenue

   Seattle, WA  98101 
    www.stgpresents.org

   Doors 7:00pm

   Show 8:00pm

   TICKETS:

   www.moore.boxofficeticketsales.com

   VIP Seating (Row A - D)  $40.00

   Reserved Seating               $15.00

   Military Discount              $12.50

   Student Discount               $10.00