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Carnegie Hall To Present SONGS OF AMERICA With Ali Stroker, Donnie McClurkin, Kathy Sledge, Tito Puente Jr., And More
Carnegie Hall is set to present Songs of America, a vibrant, genre-spanning concert that honors the rich musical traditions defining the American sound. Scheduled for

George Clinton Teases 2026 Tour, With a Newly Constructed P-Funk Mothership Ready to Soar
Funk pioneer George Clinton is gearing up to bring his iconic Parliament-Funkadelic Mothership back to the stage in 2026, teasing a major new tour built

Illuminating Legacies: From American Composers to Scottish Lords
“Illuminating Legacies: From American Composers to Scottish Lords” was a recent cultural gathering spotlighted by New York Social Diary that celebrated remarkable contributions to the

DTWS’ Music Director Opened Up About Which Dancers Are Pickiest With Their Song Requests
By Matthew Thomas – Over the last several months, much of the attention paid to Dancing with the Stars has revolved around Anna Delvey. After all, there

Top 12 NJ Arts Events of Week: ‘Tribute to Funk!,’ WBLS anniversary concert, Bernadette Peters, more
Here is a roundup of arts events taking place around New Jersey, through Nov. 14. MUSIC This year’s TD James Moody Jazz Festival will include

Ray Chew Reveals How Songs Are Picked and Music Made for ‘Dancing with the Stars’
The celebrities and their pro partners aren’t the only people working hard every week on Dancing with the Stars. Each of the songs that is danced

‘DWTS’ Music Director Ray Chew Says Pros Are ‘Very Specific’ With Music Requests (Exclusive)
Dancing With the Stars’ music director and composer, Ray Chew, works closely with the show’s professional dancers to arrange the songs played live in the ballroom

“DWTS” Finale is Ratings Gold
By Loree Seitz // The “Dancing with the Stars” finale scored 5.5 million viewers — up 15% from the Season 32 premiere. As five remaining

Music Mentor Mobilizes Aspiring Youths to “Sleep Out”
By Vinette K. Pryce // Undeniably, the music industry maintains an allure for attracting creatives who entertain and in the process earn exorbitant rewards for

What’s On TV ?!
Catch our very own Ray Chew doing his music director thing on two networks simultaneously this fall. Both “I Can See Your Voice” and “Dancing

NMC SPOTLIGHTS P2I
“The NMC is proud to welcome the Power 2 Inspire Foundation into the Council! Since its genesis, P2I has strived to foster opportunities for musicians,

Harlem Week 2023
As a native of Harlem, this annual event is one that’s close to Ray Chew’s heart. Therefore him returning yet again this past weekend to

Power 2 Inspire Foundation Kicks Off Annual Summer Internship Program
We are thrilled to announce the commencement of our highly anticipated 4th annual P2I Summer Virtual Internship/Mentorship Program. Following a rigorous selection process, we have

Ray Chew Scores Macy’s July 4th Fireworks
Music Director Ray Chew returned to score this year’s Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks. The 26min. electrifying show paid tribute to Motown and the late

Ray Chew and Vivian Scott Chew Honored by National Music Council
The National Music Council of the United States honored music visionaries Ray Chew and Vivian Scott Chew at the organization’s 39th American Eagle Awards on

Apollo Theater’s Spring Benefit
The Spring Benefit, The Apollo’s signature fundraiser, is a spectacular celebration of the Theater’s rich legacy and its commitment to its future as a mission-led

Covenant House Intimate Fundraiser
Vivian Scott Chew recently hosted an intimate group of influential individuals within her network in an effort to showcase all the wonderful work Covenant House International

The Power of Music and the Making Of “Night of Inspiration” at Carnegie Hall
Ad Age is marking Black History Month 2023 with their third-annual Honoring Creative Excellence package. Guest editor Billy Porter turns the spotlight to Vivian Scott

Leaving A Legacy Of Fearless Innovation And Inspiration
Vivian Scott Chew is a fearless innovator with a passion for music and a commitment to making a difference. With a successful career spanning several