Los Angeles, California Nov 23, 2018 (Issuewire.com) - ANDY VARGAS (VOCALIST FOR CARLOS SANTANA) ALONG WITH HIS BAND SOULEROS TO HEADLINE "EL SUENO…THE DREAM" BENEFIT CONCERT AT THE MELLO CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS, WATSONVILLE, CA
VARGAS HOMECOMING & FIRST ANNUAL HOLIDAY BENEFIT CONCERT FOR COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
On Saturday, December 8, 2018, the Andy Vargas Foundation (AVF) will host their 1st Annual Holiday benefit concert “El Sueño…The Dream” to raise funds for college scholarships for Watsonville High School Students and for AVF programs. The benefit concert will take place at the historic Mello Center for Performing Arts in Watsonville, CA at 6 PM.
The evening holiday concert headlines Andy Vargas and his band Souleros with their unique sound of soul, R&B and Spanish boleros. This charity event is Vargas’ official homecoming performance as he served as vocalist for legendary Carlos Santana since 1999.
“I’m honored to have the opportunity to come home and sing with my band Souleros for the first time for a community and the high school that stood behind me to achieve my dream of performing worldwide. I want to serve as a role model for other youth in Watsonville and inspire them to follow their dreams whatever they may be, regardless if they come from a small town,” said Andy Vargas.
In 2015, Vargas established the Andy Vargas Foundation in Southern California, to provide music programs to youth living in underserved communities. The foundation’s goals are to help prepare students interested in attaining a career in the music industry with programs in live performance, music writing and publishing, and college scholarships.
In addition, Vargas would like to expand the Foundation’s program to join forces with his father Javier Vargas’ music program in Watsonville, where he teaches the history and technique of traditional Mexican and Mariachi music to underserved children including migrant farm working youth.
“It has always been our family’s dream to have my son Andy come home to and perform at the Mello Center where he first performed in the High School Musical Westside Story. My wife Diana and I are very proud that he has made a decision not only to perform for the community but to give back to the youth of Watsonville” said Javier Vargas.
The commencement of the evening includes a red-carpet VIP reception; silent auction, opportunity drawing, along with musical performances by Mariachi California de Javier Vargas; Folklorico dance performances and a special presentation by students of Watsonville High School. The evening closes with Souleros along with their special feature of the soon to be released single “Dreaming” written and based on Vargas’ grandfather’s life in coming to the US, and in tribute to all immigrants who come to this country to pursue the “American Dream.” Sponsorships and tickets for the event are being sold through www.AndyVargasFoundation.org and www.Eventbrite.com
Live Interview Opportunities with Andy Vargas for Bay Area Media: Nov. 26 - 29 2018 / Dec. 4-7, 2018. All other areas, please inquire with media contact as to availability.
About Andy Vargas Foundation (AVF)
The Andy Vargas Foundation (AVF) a nonprofit organization with a mission to inspire and educate underserved adolescent and young adults, who aspire to join the music industry. The AVF provides students with college scholarships for tuition and music programs designed to instill confidence, teach self-expression while gaining the necessary skills to prepare them for a career in any role in the music industry. To learn more about AVF, visit www.AndyVargasFoundation.org
About Andy Vargas + Souleros
You’ve heard his masterful, soul-tinged voice for years as vocalist for the legendary rock band Santana. When not performing in packed arenas across the globe, Andy crafts his own music with is band Souleros. Souleros Music is derived from Soulful R&B music integrated with traditional Spanish ballads also known as “Boleros.” Andy Vargas has mastered the art of fusing these two types of music together with heart and soul. The delivery of Andy’s vocals and masterful production make these songs unique, yet familiar enough that you will appreciate this approach to Latin R&B. To learn more about Souleros visit: www.SoulerosRecords.com
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MEDIA CONTACT
Elvia Barboa
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Media Contact
Andy Vargas + Souleros elvia@andyvargas.com http://www.andyvargasfoundation.org
