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Cancer Benefit Concert: A Night of Blues

Cancer Benefit Concert: A Night of Blues

The YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley, MVCC's Kidz 'N Coaches Club, Oneida Health and The KEYS Program are partnering to celebrate Cancer Survivorship!

Through the Stay Strong Survivorship Program held at the YMCA, cancer survivors are surrounded with physical, mental and spiritual support to help them stay strong during the process while they battle the disease.

This collaboration is working to expand these services to YOUTH survivors in our region and their families.

We are welcoming musical guest Nat Myers, a Korean-American country-blues musician and poet based in Kentucky, recognized for his authentic, pre-war Delta blues style.

We also welcome Eden Brent, celebrated American blues pianist and vocalist from Greenville, Mississippi, known for her energetic "piano-pounding" style and soulful, "whiskey-smoke" vocals.

Cancer is a life-changing disease for the entire family that takes a tremendous physical and emotional toll on those affected. Oneida Health Cancer Care, in partnership with the YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley, has developed the StayStrong program to meet the unique needs of our cancer patients.

Through this benefit concert, our goal is to expand our current service offerings for youth Survivors in our region and provide a comprehensive wellness plan for the entire family. By uniting in positivity through the arts, we can make a difference for those affected by cancer in our community and surround families who need your support with services that will bring them hope, health and healing.

Mohawk Valley Community College
$25/adult $15/student
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM on Sat, 4 Apr 2026

Event Supported By

YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley
sneff@ymcatrivalley.org

Artist Group Info

Nat Myers
Mohawk Valley Community College
1101 Sherman Drive
Utica, New York 13501