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Renowned pianist and conductor, Boris Cepeda, relocates to Atlanta and unveils European Piano Academy

ATLANTA, Ga. -- Boris Cepeda, an accomplished pianist and conductor, will now call Atlanta home. It's a groundbreaking move made possible through a "genius" visa designated for individuals with extraordinary abilities. This move marks a significant chapter in his illustrious career.

Born in Ecuador and raised in Germany, Cepeda's unique blend of cultural influences brings a rich background and international acclaim to this vibrant city. His educational journey took him from the German School in Quito to the University of Fine Arts in Bremen, Germany, where he pursued his piano studies.

And now this relocation is underscored by his unwavering commitment to furthering his successful career as a pianist and orchestra conductor. His goal is to share his knowledge through teaching and research at prestigious academic institutions.

Central to this exciting new career chapter is the European Piano Academy of Atlanta, which he co-founded with his wife, Katja. The academy offers top-tier piano education and mentorship, and together, the couple's decades of experience and expertise will help to nurture the next generation of piano virtuosos.

Through this relocation, Cepeda aims to continue his legacy of musical excellence while sharing his passion and expertise with a new community of music enthusiasts and aspiring artists in the heart of Georgia.

In 2021, he attained the prestigious title of Steinway Artist, a testament to his exceptional talents. Since he was 7-years old, he has graced legendary concert halls around the world, leaving audiences enthralled with performances at iconic venues such as Carnegie Hall in New York and the Berliner Philharmonie.

Cepeda is not just a remarkable performer, he's also an accomplished music educator and researcher. His recent role as Head of Music and deputy director of the choir at an opera house in Germany showcases his musical versatility and depth.

In addition to his musical achievements, Cepeda has received several distinguished awards, including the Schubert Prize from the German Schubert Association and the Vicente Rocafuerte Medal from the Ecuadorian National Parliament for outstanding cultural merits. He has also clinched first prizes at piano competitions in Ecuador, further highlighting his extraordinary musical abilities.

Looking ahead, Cepeda has a dynamic schedule that includes concerts and master classes in Tampa, FL; Münster, Germany; and Casa de la Música in Quito, Ecuador. His calendar also features upcoming conducting engagements with the National Symphony Orchestra of Ecuador; and the Symphony Orchestra of the City of Cuenca - more testaments to his artistic versatility.

For more information, visit the official website at: https://boriscepeda.com/en

About Boris Cepeda:

Cepeda is a world-renowned pianist and conductor with a distinguished career spanning several decades. He has achieved international acclaim for his virtuosic performances and contributions to the world of classical music. As a Steinway Artist, he continues to inspire audiences with his artistry and shares his expertise as a teacher and researcher at prestigious institutions around the world.

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Golden State Pops Orchestra presents the 2023 Holiday Pops Spectacular!

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- The holiday spirit will be brought to life once again with the "Holiday Pops Spectacular" taking place on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 8 p.m., marking the final appearance at the Warner Grand Theatre in San Pedro, CA. Join Maestro Steven Allen Fox, Resident Choir Maestra Marya Basaraba, and the Golden State Pops Orchestra and Chorale in a heartwarming journey filled with joy and merriment!

Experience the enchanting melodies of beloved holiday film scores including Home Alone, Polar Express, Elf, and It's A Wonderful Life, along with timeless traditional favorites, such as "Fantasia on Greensleeves" and "White Christmas."

The Warner Grand is set to close its doors on January 1, 2024, embarking on a two-year renovation. Be a part of this unforgettable 'temporary' farewell to one of LA's most iconic movie palaces.

Tickets start at just $33. Visit https://www.gspo.com/ or call 310-433-8774 for information and tickets.

About the Golden State Pops Orchestra (GSPO):

With a driving mission to create, develop and present innovative and fresh orchestral concerts, the Golden State Pops Orchestra (GSPO) is quickly becoming nationally known as a pioneer in providing quality film music with a second life on the concert stage, in productions that absorb audiences from beginning to end. The orchestra performs a wide variety of musical repertoire, including classical, Broadway, pop music and even video game soundtracks. However, a focus still remains on film music, a specialty of the orchestra since its founding in 2002.

The orchestra is composed of professional freelance musicians from around the Los Angeles area and operates under a Metropolitan Agreement with the American Federation of Musicians, Local 47. One of GSPO's core values is the continuous advancement of our artistic capacity and production values, while maintaining a focus on high-quality performance. We work constantly to build relationships with composers and entertainment industry professionals, and to bring our unique brand of entertainment to world-renowned venues throughout Southern California.

Learn more: www.gspo.com or 310-433-8774

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The McGrath Project Releases 6th Album for International Release at the end of September

FORT WORTH, Texas -- The McGrath Project is back! Three years after the band released its last album, "Golden Goose," in 2020, the band has emerged from this post pandemic world with new life. The new album titled, "Oh My," will be released internationally on September 26, 2023, with pre orders available on all digital mediums on the following link https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/themcgrathproject/oh-my-2.

The band's lead single, "When Did," will be released the same day and will be accompanied by a music video available on YouTube and other video streaming services.

When asked about the vibe of this album lead singer, Breeawna Littlepage said, "This record is across the board! It shows the extent of what the band is able to do and we have a lot to say both lyrically and musically."

"There are bands out there that are one trick ponies, and are very good at one thing, but this record shows we have at least a few tricks," added touring keyboardist Victor Toruno.

The record features the return to the studio of founding member Dean Minnerly of Three Dog Night. "Even though I can't physically tour, the studio is always a wonderful experience, Minnerly expressed. Gary is a true renaissance man. He's a highly accomplished musician, producer, songwriter and engineer; so, watching him work and being a welcomed collaborator is always a good time and I'm so proud of what we have put together this time around. It really is a true McGrath Project record."

The band will hit the road in the US in 2024, as the opening act for Gilby Clarke of Guns n Roses, Last in Line, 80's Icon: Tiffany as well as playing festivals across the country.

Band leader Gary McGrath says, "This record allows us to explore a more emotional side. For a live band if you don't give your heart, you're dead in the water."

"We are a live band," added drummer Guyton Sanders, "When we are on, we are as good as anyone out there. We put together something special and I can't wait to bring this record to the people".

For up to date information on the McGrath Project, https://mcgrathtmp.wixsite.com/mcgrath

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South Bay Music Association Presents ‘Frankenstein: Alive in Concert’ in Collaboration with Grand Vision Foundation

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- South Bay Wind Ensemble (SBWE) is thrilled to begin our 2023/2024 season with "Frankenstein: Alive in Concert" on October 28, 2023 at 7 p.m. The classic 1931 film has sound and dialog, but no music. So now, South Bay Winds are providing the music with a 2002 score by composer Michael Shapiro.

We are also featuring another 1931 classic-the performance venue, the Warner Grand Theatre itself! Both "Frankenstein" and the Warner Grand were introduced to Los Angeles in 1931. And we celebrate that history with a medley of Warner Bros. movie favorites from the 1930s to today, performed with a slideshow highlighting the venues illustrious history!

This is one Halloween celebration you won't want to miss! Presented in collaboration with the Grand Vision Foundation.

Under the direction of Steven Allen Fox, South Bay Wind Ensemble is a high-level performing group with the mission of providing semi-professional and dedicated amateur musicians the opportunity to perform challenging and rewarding concerts; and to provide the South Bay community an exceptional concert experience comprised of quality wind band compositions and transcriptions.

Maestro Steven Allen Fox is Principal Conductor for the Los Angeles Film Orchestra and the Golden State Pops Orchestra. He has conducted the San Francisco Symphony, the Silly Symphonies Orchestra, Hollywood Studio Symphony, and the Video Games Live Orchestra.

He made his Walt Disney Concert Hall debut the summer of 2022, conducting "Basil Poledouris, The Music and the Movies." Notable professionals Steven has worked with include Kelsey Grammer, Zooey Deschanel, John Stamos, Rebel Wilson, Taye Diggs, Shoshana Bean, Hans Zimmer, Danny Elfman, Alan Silvestri, Richard Sherman, Thomas Newman, John Debney, Michael Giacchino, and Michael Kosarin.

Tickets start at just $15. Visit http://www.southbaywinds.com/ or call 310-433-8774 for tickets and info.

Learn more about South Bay Music Association at: https://www.sbmusic.org/

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The Lowell Chamber Orchestra Inaugurates Fifth Season with a Concert that Redefines the Symphony

LOWELL, Mass. -- The Lowell Chamber Orchestra opens its fifth season Saturday, September 16, 2023, with music that redefines the symphony as genre. The evening will feature music by Brittney Benton, Yoko Nakatani, Vincent Persichetti, and Arnold Schönberg, bringing a historical approach to the ever changing façade of this genre.

Both Benton and Nakatani are very active composers who were commissioned by the Lowell Chamber Orchestra back in 2020 - at the height of the pandemic - to write works for "Lowell Threads," an initiative by the Lowell Chamber Orchestra to enlist composer into writing works around a particular genre. In this case, Nakatani, Benton, and two other composers, were asked to write works in response to the eccentric chamber symphonies of Darius Milhaud. The results was the album "Miniature Symphonies." On Saturday, the Lowell Chamber Orchestra will perform in public these two pieces since the recording's release in 2021.

The concert begins with Nakatani's one-movement "La Giclée" takes its inspiration from the joy of children as they splash through water, and produced a homage to George Gershwin in a short work that requires an unusual seating arrangement. Benton's "The Sentinel" is the musical telling of a fantastic tale in which a stone golem guards the entrance to a town, and the different movements as the creature slumbers, awakens. The evening will end with Arnold Schönberg's Chamber Symphony No. 1, the work that started a trend in which composers had to learn to use much smaller forces than usual because of World War I.

The concert will also feature Adam Gallant, principal trumpet of the Lowell Chamber Orchestra, as a soloist in Persichetti's "The Hollow Men." This piece, while not technically a symphony, encompasses the profoundly deep meaning of the T. S. Eliot poem that inspired it.

As always, the Lowell Chamber Orchestra is presenting this concert for free, but donations are most necessary in order to keep its mission of providing the best of classical music without a socio-economic boundary to the Lowell population.

For more information, please visit https://lowellchamberorchestra.org/events/.

MINIATURE SYMPHONIES

Saturday, September 16th, 7:30 p.m.

Richard and Nancy Donahue Academic Arts Center

240 Central Street

Lowell, MA

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FineShare Singify: Ignite Your Music Creation with Next Level of AI Song Covers

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- FineShare is an intelligent software company that offers innovative solutions to enhance multimedia experiences for individuals and businesses. In July, FineShare launched Online Voice Changer which is based on AI Voice Cloning technology. This month, FineShare is proud to introduce FineShare Singify, an innovative and free AI song cover generator that aims to redefine music creation and provide an unprecedented carnival for music lovers.

FineShare Singify can help you make your singing voice sound like a professional's and create high-quality covers within seconds. Whether you want to create, parody, entertain, or seek some nostalgic feelings, there's always a way to express yourself through music.

Jared Dun, CEO and co-founder of FineShare said, "FineShare Singify's launch marks our continuous innovation in the AI Voice field. We are committed to providing music lovers with a new, free creation pattern that allows them to express themselves in a simpler and more convenient way."

FineShare Singify provides multiple simple and convenient ways of making AI song covers:

1 - Song search: Find any song within the app and create song covers with one click, no threshold for creation.

2 - Audio file upload: Upload your favorite song, and AI will automatically convert it to the desired singing voice.

3 - Real-time recording: Utilize the built-in record function to transform your voice into song covers instantly without hassle.

Besides that, FineShare Singify boasts more features waiting for you to explore:

* A Vivid and Realistic Voice Model Library

FineShare Singify comes with 100+ built-in voice models of various styles, including singers, rappers, celebrities, and characters. These voice models are well-trained for realistic effects, providing the best song covers that are almost indistinguishable from archetypes.

* Regular Updates and Expansions

FineShare Singify will regularly update its voice model library to offer more diversified choices. Whether you prefer classics or popular hits, FineShare Singify gives you infinite motivation for creating music.

* A Music Assistant for Long-term Usage

Another unique part of FineShare Singify is the free AI song cover feature, which makes music creation accessible to everyone. Music lovers can fully unleash creativity and make their own music works.

Dun added, "FineShare Singify is set to usher in a new era of music creation. Both professionals and amateurs can easily explore the unlimited possibilities of music with it. Let's move onto the music journey brought by FineShare Singify together!"

Compatibility:

FineShare Singify is a web-based application that works on mainstream browsers like Chrome, Edge, and Firefox across Android, iOS, Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.

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https://singify.fineshare.com/

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About FineShare Co., Ltd.:

FineShare is an intelligent software company committed to providing individuals and businesses with innovative solutions. Our mission is to help people create and share inspiring content on any platform and device. Ignite creativity, build better connections, and embark on a shared journey of delightful digital experiences with FineShare!

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Pompano Beach Arts Announces Headliners for Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 – Branford Marsalis Leads an All-Star Internationally Acclaimed Lineup

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. -- Pompano Beach Arts is proud to announce the headlining acts for Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024. Grammy(r) Award-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, one of the most iconic jazz musicians of our time, leads a stellar lineup of internationally renowned artists including Ms. Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton, David Sanchez, and Najee. This year, the musical celebration extends to three days, January 18-20, 2024, with a kick-off event featuring "South Florida's Queen of Soul" Valerie Tyson and her band.

A 3-day VIP pass is $175, and general admission tickets to all performances are free, but registration is required at https://www.pompanobeacharts.org/.

"This festival has quickly garnered a reputation for attracting the biggest names in jazz," stated Ty Tabing, Cultural Affairs Director. "And this year, we are honored to present an unforgettable lineup of legendary artists. Each of our headliners has been influential in the explosive popularity of this art form, and we are thrilled to showcase these tremendous talents, while expanding Pompano Beach's reputation as a cultural destination."

Jazz Fest Pompano Beach takes place in multiple venues across the city, including the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, the Great Lawn along the beachfront, and throughout the growing entertainment and dining district known as Old Town Pompano Beach, which is across the street from the cultural center. In addition to the extraordinary list of headliners, Jazz Fest Pompano Beach also features emerging artists, college jazz bands, and a wide assortment of food and drink vendors.

* 3-DAY JAZZ FEST POMPANO BEACH 2024 KICK OFF EVENT | Valerie Tyson Band | Thursday, 1/18/24 | 7-9pm | FREE GA | $175 3-Day VIP Pass

We're kicking off Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 with a fun-filled celebration featuring South Florida's Queen of Soul, Valerie Tyson and her amazing band. With her enviable mastery of Top 40 hits, R&B classics, and smooth jazz, Tyson and her fellow musicians will be setting the tempo for a weekend of memorable performances.

* Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 - David Sanchez and Najee | Friday, 1/ 19/24 | 6-10pm | FREE GA | $175 3-Day VIP Pass

See you Friday night at the Great Lawn on the Beach when two Grammy Award-winning artists take the stage; jazz tenor saxophonist David Sanchez followed by American smooth jazz saxophonist Najee.

David Sanchez has emerged as one of the most respected jazz musicians of the 21st century, blending Afro-Caribbean rhythms from his Puerto Rican upbringing with jazz influences. He's garnered critical acclaim and multiple awards for his diverse and innovative compositions. During Jazz Fest, his ensemble will consist of a piano, acoustic bass, drums, percussion, and guitar.

Najee, a Grammy Award-winning saxophonist and flautist, has become an international pioneer in the industry by pushing musical boundaries throughout his career and collaborating with legendary artists such as Prince, Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder and Chaka Khan. His fusing R&B and jazz into a unique and captivating sound has resulted in six #1 albums on the Billboard charts.

* Pompano Beach Jazz Fest 2024 - | Saturday, 1/20/24 | 2 pm-10pm | FREE GA | $175 3-Day VIP Pass

Old Town Pompano Beach comes to life with a stunning day of jazz featuring multiple stages, showcasing both local and global performers including headliners:

Ms. Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton

Lisa Fischer, who spent four decades as a featured background with icons like The Rolling Stones, Chaka Khan, Luther Vandross, and Tina Turner, is now taking center stage with her own award-winning style. The 2013 Best Documentary Oscar winning film, "Twenty Feet from Stardom," altered the course of Fischer's musical journey by telling her story through clips of her legendary duets with Mick Jagger and Sting.

The film left audiences eager to hear more, leading to her organic fusion of Caribbean psychedelic soul and jazzy progressive rock which has been exciting fans worldwide! At Jazz Fest, Lisa Fischer will perform with Grand Baton, a dynamic collaboration that has impressed audiences at major events including The Monterey Jazz Festival, The Newport Jazz Festival, and The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.

An Evening with Branford Marsalis

After four decades in the international spotlight, the achievements of saxophonist Branford Marsalis continue to grow. From his initial recognition as a young jazz lion, he has expanded his vision as an instrumentalist, composer, bandleader, and educator, crossing stylistic boundaries while maintaining an unwavering creative integrity.

In the process, he has become a multi award-winning artist with three Grammys, a citation by the National Endowment for the Arts as a Jazz Master, and an avatar of contemporary artistic excellence.

The Branford Marsalis Quartet, formed in 1986, remains his primary means of expression; however, he is also a frequent soloist with classical ensembles and acclaimed orchestras and his legendary guest performances with the Grateful Dead and collaborations with Sting have made him a fan favorite in the pop arena.

His work on Broadway has garnered a Drama Desk Award and Tony nominations for the acclaimed revivals of Children of a Lesser God, Fences, and A Raisin in the Sun.

He received an EMMY nomination for composing the music for the History Channel's documentary, Tulsa Burning: The 1921 Race Massacre. His screen credits further include original music composed for: Spike Lee's Mo' Better Blues, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks starring Oprah Winfrey, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom starring Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman.

LEARN MORE: https://www.pompanobeacharts.org/events/jazz-fest

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A Love Song for the Ages

TAMPA, Fla. -- "A Love Song" is a one-of-a-kind song that shares the blessing of marriage for over 50 years and a loving call of encouragement for true love between a man and a women for the ages Christian Film Producer, Patrick R. Carberry has released his second single "A Love Song," produced by Demo My Song, a beautiful breakthrough song filled with heartfelt love, loyalty, and an uplifting, timely message for everyone.

"We have much to be thankful for as my wife and I celebrate over 50 years of marriage. Who thought that two teenagers would make it? With God's help all things are possible," exclaims Patrick Carberry, founder of Joshuacord and executive producer of the documentary Christians in the Mirror.

"We are blessed with having two adult children and two wonderful grandchildren. I believe my song, 'A Love Song,' is a reminder of the blessing we have in marriage as part of God's plan between a man and a woman as they love and commit to each other as husband and a wife for life. Unfortunately, some in the world have forgotten God's plan for marriage between a man and a woman. It's the real thing. God's plan does not change since he created Adam and Eve."

Filled with Love-centric male/female inspired lyrics and sensational vocals, "A Love Song" is a Gospel-centered song that truly brings God's message of love between a man and a women to life.

Listen now on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Music or 5050 songs.

The music is an alluring with both male and female vocals. Its chord progression has gentle strings and embracive music. A Love Song is sure to become a transcendent Love-themed song for the ages.

The lyrics resonate with a natural love between a man and a women. It embraces echoes love for the ages.

"A Love Song" was originally written many decades ago by Carberry, but was never published until today. Now with the goal of inspiring others in marriage and love between a man and a woman, Carberry hopes it will bless all who hear and bring people closer to Gods plan for love and marriage.

For more information about the song "A Love Song," see YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzcxadwUPbU

Or https://5050songs.com/a-love-song-patrick-r-carberry/

For more information about the film and to see a trailer:

"Christians in the Mirror" film on https://www.christiancinema.com/digital/movie/christians-in-the-mirror

Christians in the Mirror website: https://christiansinthemirror.com/

Joshuacord website https://joshuacord.org/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0e7ziER6UxzoswJTIMdF0V?si=FpaOd5c2T72OqWcw0aeSCA"

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Lowell Chamber Orchestra announces fifth season, largest yet

LOWELL, Mass. -- The Lowell Chamber Orchestra has officially announced its fifth season, which will be comprised of seven concerts starting in September of this year, and running all the way until June of next year.

This season will be the most ambitious yet in LCO's history in many ways - not only there will be more concerts than ever in one season, but also will feature more living composers, more soloists, will perform in new venues, will encompass some of the most challenging chamber orchestra repertoire, and will collaborate with not one, but two other musical groups.

Three women composers will be the center of the living composers' feature. All of them commissioned by the LCO for different projects - Brittney Benton and Yoko Nakatani, who were previously commissioned for LCO's "Lowell Threads" initiative, and currently Betsy Schramm, whose piece will be premiered in December. The other two living composers are the winners of the LCO's annual international call-for-scores: this year, two composers tied and agreed to share the prize - Cory Brodack and Martin Schreiner. Both of them were selected after an anonymous process of selection from over 180 scores.

Three soloists will be featured with the ensemble this season, two of them members of the orchestra itself. Principal chair trumpet player Adam Gallant will perform Persichetti's "The Hollow Men," and concertmaster Katharina Radlberger will perform Mozart's Concerto No. 3 in G major. The third soloist is the winner of LCO's International Concerto Competition, Taiwanese marimbist Nikki Huang, based currently in Canada. She will be featured in Séjourné's Concerto for marimba.

Each concert of the season is centered around an iconic work of the classical tradition, chosen for its historical importance. In September, audiences will hear Schönberg's First Chamber Symphony, which changed how the symphony was defined as a genre; In December, Charles Ives' Third Symphony, a Pulitzer Prize winning score, depicting a very traditional American gathering in the inimitable style of Ives; In February, Bartók's mesmerizing "Music for String Instruments, Percussion and Celesta," made famous in Kubrik's film "The Shining." Finally, May culminates the season with the monumental Requiem by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, through a first time collaboration with Boston Cecilia, and its music director, Michael Barret, who will conduct one of its two performances.

"This is a celebratory year for us." says LCO's Music Director Orlando Cela. "We managed to remain active and relatively unscathed during the pandemic, and now in our fifth year, we are looking to share much more with our audiences."

As usual, the concerts are free to the public, although donations are requested from those who can afford them - LCO is committed to demolish the socio-economic barriers to classical music by providing the best professional grade classical music concerts without an onerous financial burden.

Visit http://lowellchamberorchestra.org/events to find out the details of the next season.

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Author’s Second Children’s Sing-Along Book Launches with a Give-Back Campaign Supporting Pet Adoption

LA JOLLA, Calif. -- Children's sing-along book author and vocalist Bridget Burton (pen name) known in her community as Barbara Burton Graf, just published her second children's book "Annie Kai Lani Kai Lou: Maui's Beloved Pup" (ISBN 978-0989562416; Softcover) this month. The illustrated book, designed for early readers, is captured in both a soft cover print, eBook (Kindle) and video/cartoon versions and includes upbeat Hawaiian music with steel guitar and ukulele and vocals by the author herself.

The book follows the escapades of main character Annie Kai Lani Kai Lou inspired by the author's own English Springer Spaniels she's had in her life. "The books capture their rambunctious, fun and adventuresome spirits," says Burton, "I love dogs and I love Hawaii, so creating these books is a natural expression for me." Burton also quipped, "and of course, I love kids and singing... and kids love Annie!"

"This book honors the scenic beauty of the coastline, mountains and waterfalls in Maui, as only a pup could experience it!" continued Burton. Annie hikes on Haleakala, takes the Road to Hana via scooter, goes horseback riding, and shops Lahaina. For any family who has visited (or will visit) Maui, the book will provide some options for exploring the island through the eyes of this special pup.

Burton chose to publish the book in multiple formats and explained that it was important to give children a variety of ways to learn: Read the soft cover version and sing along with the verses; or listen to the music online while paging through the eBook. Kids can also watch the video version which features Annie moving around a designed map of Maui to the cities and points of interest in the song and animated cartoons with each of the eight verses. The music/lyrics are available online with and without page-turning prompts to help children learn to read faster.

With the first book, set in Kauai, Burton supported the Kauai Humane Society's (KHS) adoption efforts by initiating campaigns and making donations. This newly published book is set in Maui and in tandem with the launch, Burton will be donating a percentage of the sales to the Maui Humane Society (MHS).

"We're excited to get creative and continue to explore opportunities with them [MHS] to find ways to help boost their off-island adoption efforts like we did with KHS," said Burton.

For further information, please visit https://www.anniekailani.com/.

Print and eBook versions are available for purchase exclusively on Amazon while the video/cartoon versions are available on both Amazon and the Annie website.

BOOK ONE: "Annie Kai Lani Kai Lou: Kauai's Beloved Pup." First Publication Hardback Print, eBook and Video Versions 2016. Softcover Publishing 2023 with Re-release of eBook and Video Version.

BOOK TWO: "Annie Kai Lani Kai Lou: Maui's Beloved Pup." Publishing June 26, 2023 in Softcover print, eBook and Video Version.

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