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Coronavirus Concert Round-Up: How Much They Raised, And Counting

Amid the crisis, major at-home fundraising concerts have taken place to raise funds for frontline workers, food security, and other related issues arising from the impact of the pandemic.

Coronavirus Concert Round-Up: How Much They Raised, And Counting

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Amid the crisis, major at-home fundraising concerts have taken place to raise funds for frontline workers, food security, and other related issues arising from the impact of the pandemic.


The online appearances by Elton John, Andrea Bocelli, Willie Nelson and others have provided much-needed funding to charities offering help to people facing financial hardship, and distracting fans social distancing in their own homes.

Though the online concerts are free, viewers are encouraged to donate to a range of causes and covid-19 relief funds. Etan Vlessing provides a synopsis with the most recent charitable fundraising totals for five of these events that can be viewed at Samaritanmag.com

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Katie Tupper
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Katie Tupper

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Katie Tupper Plays a Sold-Out Show in Vancouver: Canadian Concerts of the Week

Plus, Rochelle Jordan bops into Toronto, Goo Goo Dolls bring their nostalgic hits to Western Canada and more.

This week, Katie Tupper is set to play a sold-out show in Vancouver. Hot on the heels of her debut album, Greyhound, the Saskatoon-based neo-soul singer is flexing her captivating on-stage presence to listeners as she embarks on a full run-through of her latest release.

Additionally, Jamaican-Canadian singer Rochelle Jordan brings her shape-shifting, R&B, alt-dance-pop soundscapes to Toronto, while rock band Goo Goo Dolls plays two nights in Western Canada. Montreal-based singer Magi Merlin plays a hometown show showcasing her unique brand of alternative R&B and soul.

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