Singing for a Cure began as an annual concert to raise money for a selected cancer foundation. In 2010, the series expanded its outreach to focus on other devastating illnesses. While modern medicine has made great strides toward fighting diseases like cancer, diabetes, and ALS, we can still make a difference by supporting research and patient/family care. I am very proud to say that with these seven concerts, my colleagues and I have been able to raise over $30,000 for research and support. While I am pleased with our achievements thus far, I strongly believe that we must continue our work until these illnesses no longer pose a threat. I am looking forward to future benefit events.
2010
Performers: Kenneth Bryson, tenor; Jody Mullen, soprano; John Kaefer, piano; NJ Youth Chorus Young Men's Ensemble (JD Burnett, conductor); Bel Canto Choir of Summit Middle School (Christopher Wolff, conductor)
Beneficiary: The ALS Association, Greater New York Chapter - http://www.als-ny.org
(Performers From L-R) Kenneth Bryson, Christopher Wolff, Jody Mullen, & JD Burnett
2009
Performers: Kenneth Bryson, tenor; Marissa Scott, flute; John Weit, piano; New Jersey Youth Intermediate Chorus (Tara Postigo, conductor); Kinnara Ensemble (JD Burnett, conductor)
Beneficiary: Bryan's Dream Foundation, Basking Ridge, NJ – www.bryansdream.org
Kenneth Bryson & Marissa Fleming
New Jersey Youth Intermediate Choir & Tara Postigo
2008
Performers: Kenneth Bryson, tenor; Amy Shoremount-Obra, soprano; Minjung Seo, piano; Drastic Measures (The Pingry School)
Beneficiary: Bryan's Dream Foundation, Basking Ridge, NJ – www.bryansdream.org
Minjung Seo, Kenneth Bryson, & Amy Shoremount-Obra
Minjung Seo & Kenneth Bryson
2007 (First concert in NJ)
Performers: Kenneth Bryson, tenor; Amy Shoremount-Obra, soprano; Ronnita Miller, mezzo-soprano; David Maiullo, piano
Beneficiary: Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, North Jersey Affiliate – www.komennorthjersey.org
2006
Performers: Kenneth Bryson, tenor; John Darrenkamp, bass-baritone; Kent Flinchbaugh, tenor; Holly Miller, soprano; Donna Burkholder, piano
Beneficiary: American Cancer Society – www.cancer.org
2005 ("Then Sings My Soul")
Performers: Kenneth Bryson, tenor; John Darrenkamp, bass-baritone; Devon Troy, violin; Donna Burkholder, piano
Beneficiary: American Cancer Society – www.cancer.org
2004 ("A Celebration of Life and Love")
Performers: Kenneth Bryson, tenor; John Darrenkamp, bass-baritone; Holly Miller, soprano; Amy Yovanovich, soprano; Sue Fry, piano
Beneficiary: American Cancer Society – www.cancer.org