<div><strong>HELP UTAH STUDENT MUSICIANS PRESENT HEADLINE PERFORMANCE AT THE NATIONAL MALL DURING AMERICA'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION</strong>

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<div>⭐ <strong>TOTAL RAISED TO DATE: $52,000 of $100,000</strong> — updated 6/19

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<div>In just a few weeks, a group of extraordinary young musicians from Utah will step onto one of the most important stages in America.

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<div>On <strong>June 30, 2026</strong>, the award-winning <strong>Crescent Super Band</strong> has been invited to headline a featured evening performance on the <strong>Main Stage of the National Mall in Washington, D.C. </strong>during what is expected to be the <strong>largest Independence Day celebration in American history</strong>—the <strong>America250 Celebration </strong>commemorating of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

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<div>This is not a typical student performance.

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<div>The Crescent Super Band is one of the <strong>most decorated youth ensembles in the world</strong>, earning more than 200 national music awards—including 50+ DownBeat Awards. They have performed on prestigious stages including <strong>Carnegie Hall</strong>, <strong>Jazz at Lincoln Center</strong>, and many of the <strong>world's biggest festivals</strong>.

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<div>The band's 25+ year resume includes performances with scores of Grammy-winners including <strong>Huey Lewis</strong>, <strong>Branford Marsalis</strong>, <strong>Kenny Loggins</strong>, <strong>Victor Wooten</strong>, <strong>Esperanza Spalding</strong>, and <strong>Gordon Goodwin</strong>, as well as members of some of the biggest acts of all time including <strong>Maroon 5</strong>, <strong>The Killers</strong>, <strong>Toto</strong>, <strong>Journey</strong>, <strong>Post Malone</strong>, <strong>Dave Matthews Band</strong>, <strong>AC/DC</strong>, and many more.

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<div>Following a recent performance attended by <strong>National Endowment for the Arts </strong>Chair Mary Anne Carter, the ensemble was invited to represent Utah as part of a national America250 Celebration produced by the <strong>Eden Arts and Immersive Media Festival</strong>.

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<div>For these young musicians, this is more than a concert.

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<div>It is a chance to represent Utah on a national stage during a <strong>once-in-a-generation moment</strong> in American history.

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<div>And it is a life-changing experience that will shape their <strong>confidence</strong>, <strong>leadership</strong>, and <strong>future opportunities</strong> for years to come.

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<div><strong>WHY WE NEED YOUR HELP</strong>

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<div>The invitation came together with only weeks to prepare.

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<div>The Sound Support Foundation is now racing to raise the $150,000 needed to support student participation in the <em>America250 National Landmark Series</em>.

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<div>Your contribution helps provide:

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<li>Student travel and transportation

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<li>Lodging and meals

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<li>Educational and cultural experiences

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<li>Production and performance expenses

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<li>Need-based scholarships to ensure every qualified student can participate regardless of financial circumstances

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<div>In addition to the National Mall performance, the band will participate in a four-stop <em>America250 National Landmark Series</em> featuring performances at:

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<li><strong>Washington, D.C. – National Mall Main Stage</strong>

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<li><strong>Bryce Canyon National Park</strong>

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<li><strong>Mount Rushmore National Memorial</strong>

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<li><strong>Zion National Park</strong>

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<div><strong>BE PART OF HISTORY</strong>

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<div>In a few short weeks, these students will represent Utah before audiences gathered from across the nation during one of the largest Independence Day celebrations in American history.

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<div>We believe they have earned this opportunity. The band has been putting in countless hours of rehearsal and practice. In fact, last week, <strong>Earth, Wind &amp; Fire</strong> Musical Director and keyboardist, <strong>Myron McKinley </strong>spent multiple days working directly with the Crescent Super Band as they prepared for their <em>America250 National Landmark Series</em> performances.

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<div>Now we need your help to make sure every student can be there.

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<div>Whether your gift is $25, $250, $2,500, or more, you become part of a historic moment and an investment in the next generation of Utah leaders, artists, and ambassadors.

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<div><strong>Thank you for helping Utah and these incredible young artists take the national stage!</strong>

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