Cleveland, OH -- Ethan Bortnick, the youngest performer ever to headline his own international concert tour will appear on Public TV Saturday, February 8 and Sunday, February 23 at 6:30pm on WNEO Channel 45 in Youngstown and WEAO Channel 49 in Cleveland.
The captivating new family music special Ethan Bortnick Live in Concert: The Power of Music features the amazing 12-year-old composer, pianist, and entertainer, accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra, a four-piece band and the 120-member Kids Choir, in a program that had the live audience dancing in the aisles!
The young musical sensation named one of Oprah’s “All Time Smartest, Most Talented Kids,” is joined by special guests Damian McGinty of Glee and Celtic Thunder and Grammy-nominated vocalist Jane Monheit in a moving 90 minute special that highlights Ethan’s belief that music can emotionally connect people, and ultimately, change the world.
Watch the 3 ½ minute preview reel at this link: http://youtu.be/DM7McfgcxSM
“I had the pleasure of meeting Ethan when he was 7 years old at a fundraiser for war refugees where Ethan raised thousands of dollars. I knew then I had met someone extraordinarily gifted,” says Anmar Sarafa, Executive Producer. Sarafa, along with Gene Bortnick, Ethan’s father, are behind the concert and the upcoming 30-city concert tour.
The Cleveland area performance is scheduled for May 11, 2014 at 3pm at the Playhouse Square’s Ohio Theater. Ethan will be joined on stage by the R.O.C.c.K. Children's Choir & Aurora City Schools (under Katherine Lauson-Iriarte).
CDs and DVDs of the concert along with tickets to the live concert at the Ohio Theater are available by making a pledge to PBS on February 8th & 23rd during the telecast. Says Sarafa, “It’s only through the pledge contributions that PBS can continue to bring free, high quality programs that are suitable for families and viewers of all ages. I encourage everyone to gather with family and friends to tune in. If you agree it’s one of best shows you’ve ever seen, then please make a pledge to PBS.” For more information visit http://ethanbortnick.com/powerofmusictv. (Check your PBS station's local listings as all broadcasts are subject to change.)
About Ethan Bortnick
At 12 years old Ethan Bortnick has moved audiences nationally and internationally as a pianist, composer, singer, entertainer, and a driven humanitarian, dedicated to combining his musical pursuits with his charity work. Ethan has toured the world, connecting with diverse audiences in countries such as South Africa, Brazil, and Australia. In 2011, he made history as the youngest entertainer to headline a show in Las Vegas and recently, Ethan was certified a Guinness World Records title-holder as The World’s Youngest Solo Musician to Headline his own Tour. Ethan has been featured on many national late night and morning television shows, including multiple appearances on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Good Morning America” and “Oprah,” where he was named one of Oprah’s “All Time Smartest, Most Talented Kids.” In 2010, Ethan made history as the youngest musician to create and host his own award-winning, nationally-televised concert special on PBS. Legend Quincy Jones has this to say of his song craft: “Ethan’s imagination and ability to create music from stories is unbelievable.” Last year, Ethan completed shooting a full-length feature film called Anything Is Possible which was released in late 2013. He starred in the film, co-wrote all of the songs in the film and scored all the music.
Media Contact: For interview requests with Ethan Bortnick or Anmar Sarafa CONTACT: Scott Lorenz of Westwind Communications 734-667-2090 or scottlorenz@westwindcos.com
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