THE STEELDRIVERS, RODNEY CROWELL AND ABERDEEN GREEN
ALSO SET TO PERFORM THURSDAY, APRIL 18
Tickets on sale now for the special event commemorating one of Nashville’s venerable educational institutions
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Charles Kelley and Zach Seabaugh are set to perform for “The Stars Salute St. Bernard Academy” benefit concert along with previously announced performers The SteelDrivers, Rodney Crowell and Aberdeen Green. The event will take place at the historic Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, April 18, 2017 and is produced by music industry veteran Paul Worley. Tickets are available at the Ryman Box Office or by visiting the school’s website here.
The three-hour benefit concert is a celebration of St. Bernard Academy (SBA), the city’s very first elementary school founded by Sister Mary Catherine McAuley of the Sisters of Mercy. SBA joins Fisk University, St. Cecilia and Montgomery Bell Academy as the four oldest schools in Tennessee. Artists will perform short sets accompanied by Nashville’s premier house band, as well as surprise pairings and more special guests to be announced.
“St. Bernard Academy is home to many students whose parents are involved in the Nashville music community and we are thrilled to be able to be a small part of the school’s storied history,” says Tammy King, founding member of The SteelDrivers and parent of a St. Bernard Academy student. “This school is steeped in tradition and history, just like Nashville, and we have loved being a part of the esteemed institution,” she added.
The 2016-2017 school year marks the 150th anniversary of St. Bernard Academy’s founding by the Sisters of Mercy. The entire school year has been filled with activities to honor the legacy of excellence set forth by the Sisters of Mercy, and to celebrate the many years ahead.
Tickets start at $46.50. MusiCares will be the recipient of a donation in honor of the performing artists that will be presented during a special recognition by members of the SBA student body.