Orange County School of Music and Dance & “From Classical To Rock” join forces for an epic charity concert. Headlined by John Rzeznik (Goo Goo Dolls), special guest Nancy WIlson (Heart) and many more. Hosted by Randy Jackson.

After last year’s incredible success with “From Classical to Rock”, Rocker Marten Andersson, Chinese violinist Yutong, and acclaimed cellist Stan Sharp has joined forces with the OC Music & Dance School to present a star-studded concert benefiting music education for Orange County communities. Hosted by Randy Jackson and headlined by John Rzeznik of the Goo Goo Dolls, alongside the “Classical to Rock Youth Orchestra and Choir”, bringing young aspiring OCMD music students together with platinum selling rock stars and acclaimed classical musicians, performing together under one roof.

This unique concert features high profile musicians from classical music, jazz to rock and roll with original music scored by one of the biggest Hollywood composers Mr. Nathan Wang, playing a wide range of genres and joined on stage by rock, classical musicians and members of the Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra, members of the Donald Bren Honors High School Orchestra and Chorus, and the honorees of the Orange County Artist of the Year in music, voice and dance.

In addition to headliner John Rzeznik and emcee Randy Jackson, special guest artists include Nancy Wilson (Heart, Roadcase Royale), Alex Boye (Youtube and pop sensation), Miljenko Matijevic (Steelheart, The Doors) Lynn Harrell (acclaimed cellist), Monte Pittman (Madonna), Chinese violinist Yutong (Pacific Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, and Hollywood Bowl Orchestra), Marten Andersson (Steelheart, George Lynch, Lizzy Borden), Chris Broderick (Ex-Megadeth), acclaimed cellist Stan Sharp (Long Beach Symphony, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra) and many more.

All musicians involved with the event are contributing their time, energy and musical talents in an effort to benefit musical education in Orange County.

CONCERT PERFORMERS:
*Line-Up Subject to Change; Additional Special Guests TBA

John Rzeznik (frontman of the Goo Goo Dolls)
Nancy Wilson (Co founder and guitarist/singer of Heart, Roadcase Royale, Movie Composer)
Hosted by Randy Jackson – Producer, bassist, American Idol judge
Alex Boye – Pop & YouTube Sensation
Lynn Harrell – Renowned Cellist
Miljenko Matijevic – Lead Singer, Steelheart and The Doors
Monte Pittman (Madonna’s long-time guitarist, studio musician and member of Prong)
Yutong – Pacific Symphony, LA Phil, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra
Marten Andersson – Steelheart, Lizzy Borden, Lynch Mob
Stan Sharp – Long Beach Symphony, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra
Nathan T. Wang – International Music Composer
Roger Kalia – Assistant Conductor Pacific Symphony
Chas West – The Jason Bonham Band, Foreigner
Cameron Wright – Pop Sensation
Chris Broderick – Ex-Megadeth
John Tu – Jazz band leader
Christopher Lennertz – Famous Music Composer
Emma Lee – Principal Cellist
Jane Lee – Keyboardist/Choir Director
Ben Zelico – Drums

Link to purchase Tickets: www.thebarclay.org

OC Music & Dance School is Orange County’s first and only nonprofit community performing arts school funded by Pick Up Stix founder Charlie Zhang. OCMD are dedicated to providing the highest quality education and resources for our students, regardless of their ability to pay. Our programs feature private and group lessons across a broad spectrum of art forms, as well as curricula for self-improvement, personal growth and professional development. OCMD mission is to nurture, inspire and empower Orange County’s most committed and talented youth to achieve their dreams and provide a path for them to follow their passions.

For more information about OC Music & Dance: www.ocmusicdance.org

From Classical to Rock was founded in 2016 by the famous Chinese violinist Yutong, Rock musician Marten Andersson and acclaimed cellist Stan Sharp to help benefit music education. Stan, Marten and Yutong co-produced the first concert with bassist Robert DeLeo from the band Stone Temple Pilots and the late Chester Bennington from Linkin Park. The concert was a huge hit (it was also the last concert Chester performed with Stone Temple Pilots). The concert raised $50,000 for public music education.

For more information From Classical to Rock: www.fromclassicaltorock.com

Concert Details
Date: April 28, 2018
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Venue: Irvine Barclay Theatre
Located at the edge of the UC Irvine campus
750 seat theater

From Classical to Rock to headline PEF Fundraiser benefiting education – Featuring members from LA Philharmonic, Steelheart, Ex Korn, Ex Megadeth, Stone Temple Pilots, Pacific Symphony, Ex Anthrax, Lynch Mob, Prong and many more..

For Immediate Release
“From Classical To Rock” has once again joined forces with the non-profit Peninsula Education Foundation (PEF) to present an intimate star-studded concert benefiting local schools. Set to take place on May 11, 2019 at the Terranea Resort in Palos Verdes. Bringing aspiring High school musicians from local high schools, together with rock stars and acclaimed classical musicians, performing together under one roof.

The 2019 PEF Main EVENT Gala is the Peninsula Education Foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year, featuring a one-of-a-kind concert, auction, and epic party. Black-tie optional, cocktails, dinner, along with wine, silent, and live auctions. Musicians involved with the event contribute their time, energy and talents to support PEF, which provides funds to support essential programs and positions at the 17 schools on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Programs funded by PEF include, instrumental and choral music, physical education, librarians, STEM programs, Academic, College and Career, and Wellness Counselors, as well as Teaching Positions. PEF also funds Teacher Grants, High School Scholarships and Parenting Education to parents in the Palos Verdes Unified School District. Donations are still critical in maintaining music education in public schools across the country. The Palos Verdes Peninsula public schools in particular, receive less funding per student than nearly all other districts in Los Angeles County. As PVPUSD Superintendent, Dr. Alex Cherniss was quoted, “Public education may be free, but an exceptional public education is not free.” PEF’s pledge to PVPUSD is $3.1M to help sustain vital program and teaching positions throughout their school district.

“From Classical To Rock” was founded in 2016 by the famous Chinese violinist Yutong, rock musician Marten Andersson and acclaimed cellist Stan Sharp to help benefit education. Stan, Marten and Yutong produced the first concert together with bassist Robert DeLeo from the band STONE TEMPLE PILOTS and the late Chester Bennington from LINKIN PARK. The concert was a huge hit (it was also the last concert Chester performed with STONE TEMPLE PILOTS). The concert raised $50,000 for the PEF.

“From Classical To Rock” co-founder/co-producer Yutong states: “We are once again so honored and proud to be back working with the amazing organization PEF to deliver the next level of ‘From Classical To Rock’ concert together with the amazing music students from the PVPUSD high schools. All while benefiting the Peninsula Education Foundation. This is a concert you don’t want to miss.”

CONCERT PERFORMERS – More performers TBA:
Yutong – Pacific Symphony, LA Phil, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra
Marten Andersson – Steelheart, Lizzy Borden, Lynch Mob
Chas West – The Jason Bonham Band, Foreigner, West Bound
Monte Pittman – Madonna’s long-time guitarist, studio musician and member of Prong
Robert DeLeo – Stone Temple Pilots
Neil Turbin – Ex-Anthrax, Deathriders
Wes Geer – Ex-Korn
Elliott Bark – Award winning Conductor
Chris Broderick – Act of Defiance, Ex-Megadeth
Christopher Lennertz – Famous Music Composer
Jimmy Burkhart – West Bound/Session Guitarist
Jane Lee – Sony Recording Artist
Trameka and Joi – Esther gospel group
Ben Zelico – Drums
Shane Tassart – Bulletboys, Wheel in the Sky
Jasmine Star – 15 year guitar prodigy
Makayla Dixon – 17 year old cellist prodigy
Xander Marsden – 14 year guitar prodigy
Featuring PVPUSD high-schools student orchestra and Choir

Additional Special Guests TBA – *Line-Up Subject to Change.

For more information on Peninsula Education Foundation and tickets: www.pvpef.org
For more information on From Classical to Rock: www.fromclassicaltorock.com
Poster design by www.vampvisuals.com