The Joy Business is alive and well! PFCF students and teachers in Bangkok, Thailand, wanted to help their friends in Nepal after the earthquake. They organized an event, and long-time PFC musician and band member, Clarence Bekker, joined the group for a week of workshops, rehearsals and performance. In addition to having lots of fun, they raised $3,000 to build transitional housing for six families.
Bob Marley’s 77th Anniversary: Celebrating the Life of a Legend
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The mystical call of the earth surrounds us, and Bob Marley’s teachings about love, freedom, and peace inspire us to keep his legacy alive. “There’s a natural mystic blowing through the air” Every year, Playing For Change has been inspired to create peace through music by following Bob Marley’s messages about love, peace and music, […]
Jazz, Soul, Rhythm, and Blues: The Legacy of Diversity
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The beauty of cultural diversity is represented in our Songs Around The World in many ways. Every time we record a new song, each musician provides their own representation of diversity reflected in their musical style, influences, and backgrounds. When we listen to different music genres, not only do we open our minds and […]