Several families have asked me to post when I am playing in local free concerts. This one will be very special!
Patriotic Concert Sunday, May 29, 6pm - "We Will Never Forget - A Tribute to our Armed Forces, Veterans, and First Responders"
This year's Patriotic Concert, themed "We Will Never Forget," provides an opportunity through music and spoken word to reflect upon those who bravely pledged their service to their country. In a two-fold salute, first we honor those who have fought and continue to fight in our Armed Forces, as well as paying homage to those who perished while serving valiantly in combat. We are honored to have 89-year old WW II Army infantry veteran Robert Turpin as our guest speaker to personally reflect on his heroic service to our country. Secondly, in commemoration of this, the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, we have arranged to have very special guests join us: six of New York City's Fire Department first responders. These courageous gentlemen will be sharing their thoughts with us about their involvement with the Ground Zero rescue mission and subsequent impact of this monumental event on their lives. Joining them will be former NYC fire, police and EMS personnel who are now part of the Atlanta chapter of NYC Shields. We have also invited metro Atlanta first responders, fire/police/EMS, to attend and be recognized for their daily devotion to keeping us safe. There will be ample "foot tapping" Americana music, inspirational choir/solo music, the spine-tingling bagpipe on "Amazing Grace", stunning video, and much more that will be sure to spark your Patriotic spirit! And, as a fitting culmination, there's a star-spangled social hour in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the concert, including hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy, multiple types of ice cream, and other surprises that our wonderful Food Services staff will provide. Come join us as we celebrate our Spirit of America together!
