DEPR | Amped 4-A-Cure, Inc Announces New “Music That Heals” Program

Amped 4-A-Cure, Inc Announces New “Music That Heals” Program

Using music to encourage, heal and inspire


CHARLOTTE N.C. (December 20, 2010) – Amped 4-A-Cure, Inc (A4AC) announced today its new “Music That Heals” program scheduled to kick off on Thursday December 23 with a private Christmas mini-concert at Levine Children’s Hospital from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. for patients, hospital staff and special invited guests.

Although A4AC’s primary mission is to support cancer research through music, the organization’s purpose extends beyond simply raising funds for the research; it is also about providing solace and comfort with music, the universal language that links all humanity. The Music That Heals program introduces several initiatives to use the soothing power of music to make a difference of all those affected by the disease providing a sense of hope, comfort and encouragement. The first initiative under the auspices of Music That Heals is “Music Therapy” where Amped 4-A-Cure, Inc. will provide healthcare facilities with music players pre-loaded with popular music in a variety of genres that can be "checked-out" by patients to enjoy while undergoing their chemotherapy treatment or in the instance they need a musical escape. A4AC's first site is Levine Children's Hospital in Charlotte, NC. Age-appropriate music will be loaded to each player for the children to enjoy while being treated. Best Buy has partnered with Amped 4-A-Cure, Inc. and generously sponsored the first set of music players for the children.



To celebrate the launch of Music That Heals, A4AC has organized a mini-concert for the enjoyment of the patients at Levine Children’s Hospital. In the spirit of the season, several local musical acts (including a performance by smooth jazz band 5th and York), will perform Christmas songs to encourage holiday cheer. At the end of the performance, representatives from Amped 4-A-Cure, Inc will officially present Levine Children’s Hospital with the music players. This will be the first in a series of Music That Heals concerts to be held quarterly at the hospital. For more information about Music That Heals or to become involved in Amped 4-A-Cure, Inc, visit http://www.amped4acure.org/ or email getamped@amped4acure.org. For media inquiries or interview requests, email media@amped4acure.org.

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About Amped 4-A-Cure, Inc.

Amped-4-A-Cure, Inc. uses the universal language of music as the vehicle to deliver the message to the masses the importance of getting behind the efforts of cancer research. By supporting all genres of music just as we are Amped 4-A-Cure for all types of cancer, A4AC is able to reach and spread the word to all people, from all walks of life.

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