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Since 2011, In Concert for Cancer has consistently brought together world-class artists and passionate music lovers to champion the fight against cancer, and this year's lineup is no exception. With such a stellar combination of talent, the concert is set to captivate and deliver an unforgettable experience.

In addition to exciting musical performances, attendees can look forward to a special evening of songs and stories, and an exclusive live auction featuring unique music experiences and memorabilia, along with the opportunity to connect with other like-minded individuals passionate about the cause.

As a part of In Concert for Cancer’s longstanding commitment to making a positive impact, all net proceeds from the benefit concert will be split equally between two remarkable institutions. Seattle Children's Hospital, renowned for its excellence in pediatric oncology care, will receive funds to support cancer-fighting families in need of essential resources. The Cancer Vaccine Institute, at the forefront of cutting-edge cancer vaccine development, will utilize the proceeds to advance their groundbreaking efforts in developing effective cancer vaccines.

"We are honored to present our 13th annual benefit concert at Jazz Alley, bringing together incredible artists and passionate individuals who share our commitment to fighting cancer," said Michele Abrams, Founder and Executive Director. With the support of our dedicated community, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients, while also contributing to groundbreaking research that holds the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment and ultimately, cures."

About In Concert for Cancer: In Concert for Cancer is a music-centric non-profit organization that produces and presents world-class benefit concerts to raise awareness and funds for cancer patient support services, groundbreaking treatment, and research. Through the uplifting power of music and community engagement, the organization aims to inspire hope, support life-saving initiatives, and ultimately find a cure for cancer.

Ray Parker Jr.

Grammy Award-Winning songwriter and guitarist known for his mega hit "Ghostbusters, and popular songs “A Women Needs Love”” You Can’t Change That ”“Jack & Jill” and his recent Sony Pictures Entertainment documentary entitled “Who Ya Gonna Call”. Ray has recorded and performed with the industry’s most noted luminaries including Stevie Wonder, Barry White, the Carpenters, Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin, Herbie Hancock, Tina Turner, Diana Ross and many others.

Jim Peterik

Founding member of the bands Ides of March, former member of Survivor whose smash hits include “Vehicle”, “High On You”, “The Search Is Over”, and “I Can’t Hold Back”, Jim also has co-written numerous radio hits for 38 Speical including: "Rockin' into the Night",, "Hold On Loosely and "Caught Up in You”. In addition, Peterik has penned tracks for rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd, Cheap Trick, Sammy Hagar, Dennis DeYoung, Brian Wilson, REO Speedwagon, The Beach Boys and others.

David Pack

Two Time Grammy-Winner David Pack has won international acclaim both for his solo work and as co-founder and frontman for the legendary 70’s-80’s pop/rock group Ambrosia. He is an award winning record producer and nusic sirector of global special events including both of President Clinton’s Inaugurals, charitable events for Barbra Streisand, Elton John, Billy Joel, Oprah, and many others.

His collective works have sold over 50 million units worldwide.

Mindi Abair

Mindi’s solo career has produced eleven No. 1 radio singles and 7 solo CDs that have landed #5 and above on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz and Blues Charts, three of them hitting #1. She was the featured saxophonist for the 2011 and 2012 seasons of American Idol. She has toured with Aerosmith, Duran Duran, and has recorded with Greg Allman, Smokey Robinson, Joe Bonamassa, Booker T. Jones and many others. Her solo CDs have twice been nominated for GRAMMY Awards.