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Celebrating Black History Month: The Urban Entertainment Institute's Musical Tribute

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The Urban Entertainment Institute will hold a benefit concert, "The Evolution of Music -- 'A History Through its People,'" to celebrate Black History Month and recognize the significant contributions African-Americans have made to music. The concert, headlined by musician Jackson Browne and hosted by Pat Prescott and Edna Tatum, will feature a diverse range of musical styles, from gospel and jazz to soul and R&B. The event is part of the Institute's major fund-raiser for the year, with proceeds going towards supporting the organization's programs and services.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Urban Entertainment Institute's benefit concert, "The Evolution of Music -- 'A History Through its People,'" will celebrate Black History Month and recognize the contributions African-Americans have made to music.
  • The concert will feature a diverse range of musical styles, from gospel and jazz to soul and R&B, with performances by musician Jackson Browne and gospel radio personality Edna Tatum hosting.
  • Honorees include musician Jackson Browne, Howard Phanstiel, president and chief executive officer of PacifiCare Health Systems Inc., Harvey Berg of ACI Billing Services Inc., and Bishop Kenneth C. Ulmer, pastor, Faithful Central Bible Church.
  • Tickets are available to the public by calling 323-565-4007 or online at http://www.ticketweb.com/.
  • The concert will showcase the African-American experience in music, giving students an opportunity to connect with their heritage and appreciate the contributions their forebears have made to music in America.
  • The Urban Entertainment Institute has a program with PacifiCare Health Systems, which has awarded the Institute a three-year grant totaling $105,000 to support the Institute's operating costs.
  • The PacifiCare Foundation has also sponsored 10 inner-city teens to attend the concert on behalf of the "I Have a Dream" Foundation.

Statistics:

  • The Urban Entertainment Institute serves more than 600 students.
  • In 2004, the Institute will expand to accommodate 1,300 more students through in-school programs at eight middle schools in South Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.
  • The Levite Camp, the UEI's gospel choir, has earned more than $50,000 in residuals from its performance in PacifiCare's television commercials.
  • The PacifiCare Foundation has awarded the UEI a three-year grant totaling $105,000.

Sources:

  • PR Newswire, "Urban Entertainment Institute to Hold Benefit Concert Celebrating Black History Month," February 17, 2004.
  • The Urban Entertainment Institute's press release, "The Evolution of Music -- 'A History Through its People'."

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