February 2015 News and Notes
New Website for Julian!
Margaret’s son, Julian Song Jacobs, has a new website! Now, you will be able to see photographs and keep up to date on all of his performances. Coming soon – the added feature of being able to watch videos of Julian’s percussion and drum set playing. www.JulianJacobsPercussion.com
Goodsearch benefits the SAFE through the Arts violence prevention program!
Now when you use www.Goodsearch.com as your search engine, you can help benefit the SAFE through the Arts violence prevention program, which utilizes the creative and performing Arts to educate young people on self-empowerment and the prevention of violence. Simply choose Azalea Blossom, Incorporated as your not for profit 501c3 organization of choice and one penny will be generated for every search! Azalea Blossom has already made over $50 through Goodsearch so every search counts! www.AzaleaBlossom.com (Website to be re-launched soon!)
Music for Your Wedding
Is there a wedding in your near future? If so, Margaret and one of her classical ensembles will be happy to provide music for your happy occasion! We are currently booking events for the summer and fall. Please visit www.gamusic.com/booking-weddings for further information and to hear samples of the music.
Where to purchase Margaret’s CD’s
Even though the holidays are over, it is always the perfect time to add Margaret’s Socially Awakened Songs and Inspiring Instrumental Compositions to your musical repertoire. Please feel free to visit our stores to hear sample selections of the music! www.MargaretBernstein.com/pages/store and www.gamusic.com/pages/store
Inspiration
Inspiration Person
In honor of Black History Month this February, Singer-Songwriter/Rapper/Actor Trey Songz is Margaret’s inspirational person of the month. www.MargaretBernstein.com/pages/Inspiration
Inspiration Place
The Point Reyes National Seashore located in West Marin County, California is Margaret’s Inspirational place for the month of February. www.MargaretBernstein.com/pages/Inspiration
Acknowledgments
Birthdays
Natalie A, Laura S, Amy W, Steve J, Jonah C, Bryan W, Alisa G, Barbara W, Kristiane K, Patrick G, Greg H, Kelsey O, Robert C, Merryl H, Daniel P, David D, Burt R, Sabrina M, Jan M, Toby S, Emily B, Addie C, William R, Anna N, Melanie C, Chad J, Angie W, Gina S, Shelly S, Meher Baba
Congratulations
To percussionist Hannah Dick on winning the Empire State Youth Orchestra’s annual concerto competition.To the following high school seniors on their recent college acceptances: Julianna Rauf on her acceptance into Cornell University, Sam Gibney on his acceptance into SUNY Plattsburgh, Megan Ott on her acceptance into Brooklyn College and Julian Jacobs on his acceptance into Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music.
In Need of Prayer
To Cassie Tarquini on the recent loss of her mother.To all the children in the world who are in need of loving, nurturing and supportive people in their lives.
Quote of the Month
“All else may fail; Love never fails”.