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ABOUT THE DICK WAGNER "REMEMBER THE CHILD" MEMORIAL FUND
•     We create music therapy programs for hospitalized children. We provide funding to hire Board Certified music therapists.
       A Board Certified music therapist is a degreed and certified professional who has been cross-trained not only in musical performance, music education, but also in anatomy and physiology and working in the clinical aseptic environment,
•     We supply each hospital with a broad variety of musical instruments (guitars, violins, percussion, and keyboards.) Upon request, children are allowed to take instruments home when released from the hospital. We replenish musical instruments on a continuing basis.
•     The benefits of music therapy are both emotional and physical – demonstrating improved respiratory, motor skills, decreased pain perception, blood pressure,heart rate, and more.
•     Tax deductible: The Dick Wagner "Remember the Child" Memorial Fund is a 501(c)3 non-profit. EIN 47-2279119.

OUR MUSIC THERAPY VIDEO: Please WATCH our 3 minute music therapy VIDEO: Dick Wagner Fund Music Therapy Programs: http://bit.ly/1W2aoFM

ABOUT MUSIC THERAPY:

The research on Music Therapy is exciting! Music therapy supports the physical, emotional, social and cognitive well-being of children. Singing and playing music enhances mood, emotional expression, improves functional and cognitive motor skills, and motivates children to grasp, reach, walk, or stand. Clinical studies reveal the physical benefits of improved respiration, decreased pain perception (and reduced need for pain medications), stress relief, lowered blood pressure, improved cardiac output and reduced heart rate.

CONCERT FUNDRAISER:
•     Our flagship annual fundraiser is an 1,800-seat rock and roll concert, featuring legendary rockers from around the world.
•     ALL concert profits benefit music therapy programs for hospitalized children.
•     Our 3rd Annual Concert will be held March 24, 2017 at MotorCity Casino in Detroit, MI.
•     We’re honored that MotorCity Casino has graciously donated their state-of-the-art theater venue, SOUND BOARD, for our fundraiser.
•     Our headlining artists donate their talent and time to perform for our fundraiser. We cover transportation, lodging and meals for our artists.
•     2017 Artist line-up includes Mark Farner, Suzi Quatro, Kip Winger, Robert Wagner, Paul Brown, and 25 more rock legends and Grammy winners from bands of Alice Cooper, Kid Rock, Ted Nugent, The Monkees, Edgar Winter, Joan Jett, Cyndi Lauper, and more… in a rockin’ three (plus) hour show. SEE DWRTC.ORG to view CONCERT POSTER with DETAILS & ARTIST NAMES.
•     Live & Silent Auction: We will feature a star-studded assortment of priceless rock and sports memorabilia, including guitars and items signed by Alice Cooper, the Hollywood Vampires (Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, and Joe Perry), Ted Nugent, Mark Farner, Aerosmith, Kid Rock, Sports Celebrities, and more.
•     We’re honored that New Horizons Computer Learning Centers (CEO, Mark McManus) has signed on as Presenting Sponsor for 3 more years (2017 to 2019).
•     Official Radio Sponsor, WCSX Radio, will heavily promote and broadcast live from the concert.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.dwrtc.org

BACKSTORY:
The Dick Wagner “Remember the Child” Concert and Memorial Fund honor the legacy of legendary Michigan guitarist Dick Wagner, renowned for his lead guitar and songwriting with Alice Cooper, Lou Reed, Aerosmith, Kiss, and many more. In his lifetime, Dick donated his talent generously to benefit the lives of children, vets, and the homeless.

•     INTERVIEWS: Our rock stars and charity principals are ready to interview with major media -- TV, radio, print, social media, etc.
•     PROMO MATERIALS: Please ask for photos and additional materials and/or use any photos featured on our site.

GET INVOLVED:
•     Sponsorship: Donate your services or cash to reduce charity expenses and increase profits for the children. Your services or cash donations to our 501(c)3 are tax deductible.All donations go directly to fund music therapy programs in children’s hospitals.

“There is more love in the human heart
Than can ever be given away.” Dick Wagner