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Yamaha Announces 35th Annual Yamaha Young Performing Artists

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yamaha, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instruments and audio solutions, today announced the 11 winners of the 2024 Yamaha Young Performing Artists (YYPA) competition. The competition is designed to acknowledge and reward exceptional young musicians who are studying in the United States and excel in classical, jazz, and contemporary music genres.

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  • "The 2024 Yamaha Young Performing Artists Competition Winners are extraordinary!"
  • "The 2024 Yamaha Young Performing Artists Competition Winners are extraordinary!"
  • Natalie Colegrove – Euphonium – University of Miami, Frost School of Music
    The 2024 YYPA Honorable Mention:
    The Yamaha Young Performing has been an important platform for Yamaha to Artists program has engage with young and talented musicians.
  • To learn more about the Yamaha Young Performing Artists Program and the winners visit, https://yamaha.io/YYPA .

1,000th PERFORMANCE OF DAILY TAPS AT THE NATIONAL WORLD WAR I MEMORIAL IN WASHINGTON, DC

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Monday, February 19, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States World War I Centennial Commission and the Doughboy Foundation are marking the 1,000th performance of Daily Taps at the National World War I Memorial in Washington, DC. 

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States World War I Centennial Commission and the Doughboy Foundation are marking the 1,000th performance of Daily Taps at the National World War I Memorial in Washington, DC.
  • The Doughboy Foundation operates the Daily Taps program.
  • It is a testament that speaks to the strength of our musicians, of our staff, and of our public supporters, who make the Daily Taps program happen," he said.
  • Like all the Daily Taps performances, the 1,000th performance can be viewed online .

CAPITAL CONCERTS ANNOUNCES LOCKHEED MARTIN AS LEAD CORPORATE SPONSOR OF THE 2024 NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This Veterans Day, as we honor and remember the service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform, Capital Concerts is pleased to announce Lockheed Martin as lead corporate sponsor of PBS' 35th annual edition of the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. A more than three decades long tradition unlike anything else on television, this deeply moving and reverential night takes us back to the real meaning of the holiday through personal stories interwoven with musical performances by world renowned stars and the National Symphony Orchestra. 

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  • "We are honored to welcome back Lockheed Martin as lead corporate underwriter for the 2024 NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT," said Michael Colbert, Capital Concerts President and Executive Producer.
  • "Lockheed Martin is proud to return as sponsor of the 35th anniversary broadcast of the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT," said Shelly O'Neill Stoneman, senior vice president, Lockheed Martin Government Affairs.
  • The 35th annual NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT will air on PBS Sunday, May 26, 2024, from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m.
  • The concert will also be streaming on www.pbs.org/national-memorial-day-concert and YouTube and available as Video on Demand, May 26 to June 9, 2024.

This Week in Entertainment News: 11 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, July 28, 2023

NEW YORK, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the entertainment and media industries stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • The live stage show is the only way you can have the chance to spin a full-sized replica of the iconic Wheel.
  • "The National Press Club Journalism Awards celebrate the very best in journalism," said National Press Club President, Eileen O'Reilly.
  • Subject Matter Experts: Access ProfNet , a database of industry experts to connect with as sources or for quotes in your articles.
  • Related Resources: Read and subscribe to our journalist- and blogger-focused blog, Beyond Bylines , for media news roundups, writing tips, upcoming events, and more.

Space for Humanity and Legion M Announce Partnership to Develop Music Video for William Shatner's "So Fragile, So Blue"

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Monday, July 24, 2023

Together, S4H and Legion M will collaborate on the production of a music video for William "Bill" Shatner's emotionally powerful song, "So Fragile, So Blue," which chronicles his transformative journey to space.

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  • Together, S4H and Legion M will collaborate on the production of a music video for William "Bill" Shatner's emotionally powerful song, "So Fragile, So Blue," which chronicles his transformative journey to space.
  • The partnership between S4H and Legion M aims to capture the essence of Shatner's experience and share his awe-inspiring message with the world through the artistry of film.
  • Legion M, known for its innovative approach of being the first fan-owned media company, will produce the music video.
  • Through the partnership of Legion M and Space for Humanity, William Shatner's profound message will transcend boundaries and inspire individuals to come together and find solutions to the collective challenges we face.

Cunard launches 2024 Event Voyages program

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

VALENCIA, Calif., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Set sail with some of the greatest talents in gastronomy, art and entertainment next year, as Cunard announces its renowned Event Voyages for 2024.

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  • VALENCIA, Calif., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Set sail with some of the greatest talents in gastronomy, art and entertainment next year, as Cunard announces its renowned Event Voyages for 2024.
  • 2024 also marks the 15th anniversary of Cunard's spectacular National Symphony Orchestra voyages, brought to you by the eminent maestro Anthony Inglis.
  • "And of course, all offered with the luxurious backdrops of the Cunard Queens and all while enjoying the signature touches you can always look forward to with Cunard."
  • For more information about Cunard, or to book a voyage, contact your Travel Advisor, call Cunard at 1-800-728-6273 or visit www.cunard.com .

CAPITAL CONCERTS ANNOUNCES LOCKHEED MARTIN AS LEAD CORPORATE SPONSOR OF THE 2023 NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As we honor and remember the service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform this Veterans Day, Capital Concerts is pleased to announce Lockheed Martin as lead corporate sponsor of PBS' 34th annual edition of the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. A more than three decades long tradition unlike anything else on television, this deeply moving and reverential night takes us back to the real meaning of the holiday through personal stories interwoven with musical performances by world renowned stars and the National Symphony Orchestra. 

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  • "We are thrilled to welcome Lockheed Martin as lead corporate underwriter for the 2023 NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT," said Michael Colbert, Capital Concerts President and Executive Producer.
  • On Veterans Day, as we remember our American heroes, we salute Lockheed Martin's ongoing investment in and commitment to the well-being of our military and veteran communities."
  • "Lockheed Martin is pleased to support the broadcast of the 2023 NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT," said Christian Marrone, senior vice president, Lockheed Martin Government Affairs.
  • The 34th annual NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT will air on PBS Sunday, May 28, 2023, from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m.

Paralyzed Veterans of America applauds the Kennedy Center for excellence in accessible design, awards them with 2022 Barrier-Free America Award

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Monday, September 19, 2022

Bestowed to the Kennedy Center for their endless commitment to accessibility, the award recognizes exemplary accessible architectural design projects and the amazing people behind them.

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  • Bestowed to the Kennedy Center for their endless commitment to accessibility, the award recognizes exemplary accessible architectural design projects and the amazing people behind them.
  • "The Kennedy Center demonstrates what accessibility and inclusion is supposed to look like," said Charles Brown, National President of Paralyzed Veterans of America.
  • It is also the reason why they lead other performance venues around the world by example when it comes to accessible design."
  • To obtain b-roll of some of the accessible spaces inside the Kennedy Center and photos from the event visit https://bit.ly/3qAPF0j .

Daniel Heider of TTR Sotheby's International Realty Named to Washington Business Journal 40 Under 40 Class of 2022

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Monday, August 15, 2022

WASHINGTON,  Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TTR Sotheby's International Realty is pleased to announce Daniel Heider's placement in the Washington Business Journal's 40 Under 40 Class of 2022.

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  • An annual award, the Washington Business Journal's 40 Under 40 highlights young leaders in the Washington Metropolitan Area who are regarded for their professional accomplishments, community leadership, and awards and milestones.
  • "It is an honor to receive such a special designation from the Washington Business Journal," says Heider, Executive Vice President at TTR Sotheby's International Realty and Founder of the Heider Group.
  • "We are so proud to have Daniel and his team as part of the TTR Sotheby's International Realty family," says David DeSantis, Partner at TTR Sotheby's International Realty and Managing Broker of TTR Sotheby's International Realty's Downtown, Washington, D.C. brokerage office.
  • TTR Sotheby's International Realty is regarded as one of the highest-performing real estate firms in the United States.

Cunard and Pacific Symphony Announce New Partnership

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021

VALENCIA, Calif., Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Luxury cruise line Cunard and Orange County's acclaimed Pacific Symphony are embarking on a new partnership, with Cunard's exclusive sponsorship of the organization's premier Box Circle Club.

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  • Founded in 1978, Pacific Symphony began as a collaboration between California State University, Fullerton, and North Orange County community leaders led by Marcy Mulville.
  • "We are elated to partner with the Pacific Symphony, a beloved, cultural gem in Orange County," said Jamie Paiko, Vice President, Sales, Cunard North America.
  • "Pacific Symphony is delighted to welcome Cunard as the exclusive sponsor of our Box Circle Club, and we are gratified that they have joined us as the Symphony official cruise line.
  • Cunard and Pacific Symphony are evolving their partnership and look forward to announcing developments in the New Year.