#inthenews #rhythmnnews 16-Year-Old Musician @Ethan Bortnick Presents Third National PBS Television Concert, "Generations of Music," Supporting Critical Funding for PBS Stations and the Arts HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Aug. 3, 2017 #EthanBortnick's new concert special, #GenerationsofMusic," is the latest example of the #songwriter and #pianist's efforts to rally #publicsupport for #music and the #arts. With funding for public broadcasting in limbo, the need for that support is greater than ever. Out of the public eye, Ethan is no less committed to this noble cause, traveling to area schools during concert tours and encouraging children to embrace music and the arts. To date, he has raised over $50 million for global charities, including millions for public broadcasting in the U.S. "Generations of Music" will air nationwide this month on PBS stations as part of pledge drive programming — check local listings here. "Generations of Music" includes special guest appearances by #PeterYarrow (of Peter, Paul and Mary), #BethanyYarrow and renowned #cellist Rufus Cappadocia. #PeterYarrow's presence is especially significant — the elder statesman of #folkmusic has always stood on the side of justice, dignity, self-expression and empowerment. Yarrow and his bandmates performed and marched with the Reverend Martin Luther King in Selma and in Washington, D.C. "When I met Ethan," he says, "I recognized that the baton was being passed to a person who was very involved in using his music to make a better world." Conceived by Ethan, "Generations of Music" introduces viewers to the musician's new original songs, which are certain to be enjoyed for many generations to come, alongside a spectacular selection of music from various genres and generations. Guided by Musical Director David Rosenthal (who is also Billy Joel's Musical Director) and directed by the Emmy®-nominated Leon Knoles, the concert showcases Ethan's piano virtuosity, vocal variety and powerful presence, while highlighting his boy-next-door charm and appeal. Also joining Ethan on the stage and lending gravity to the performance are his band, a full orchestra, youth choir and background vocalists.