Great Park to Feature Songwriting with Kerry Getz

Learn how to create music with a professional songwriter

IRVINE – Come learn how to create music at this Arts Happening with professional singer/songwriter Kerry Getz on Saturday, February 25 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Palm Court Arts Complex. Kerry Getz will perform her own music, play audience requests and write improvisational songs with the assistance of the audience at this Palm Court Arts Happening.

“The Great Park is enthusiastic about presenting creative interactive opportunities that encourage active participation in the arts,” said Beth Krom, Chair, Orange County Great Park Board Corporation. “We couldn’t be more pleased with the positive response from the public for these unique cultural events.”

Songwriting with Kerry Getz is the fourth of nine Palm Court Arts Happenings presented at the Orange County Great Park in partnership with Arts Orange County, a leader in building appreciation and support for the arts and arts education throughout Orange County. The partnership with Arts Orange County will bring a variety of unique arts experiences to the Great Park throughout the year.

Kerry Getz is a powerful singer who possesses an incredible repertoire of both original and cover material. She plays guitar and has a gift for songwriting that transcends words and music, with a warm and captivating stage presence. Getz has recorded four original albums, all of which have received national critical acclaim.

Admission and parking are free. This is an outdoor event. Please dress for cool weather.

The Orange County Great Park is located at Sand Canyon and Marine Way, and can easily be reached by the 5 or 405 freeways.

For more information, please visit www.ocgp.org or call 866-829-3829.

About the Great Park

The Orange County Great Park, with its 1,347-acre master plan, is the focal point of the redevelopment of the publicly-owned portion of the 4,700-acre former Marine Corps Air Station, El Toro. The Great Park features an iconic tethered helium balloon that rises 400 feet in the air, providing an aerial view of Park development. Other features include the Carousel, Farm + Food Lab, Kids Rock Playground, Walkable Timeline, Palm Court Arts Complex, North Lawn recreation area and historic Hangar 244. The South Lawn lighted soccer fields and Community Garden will be added in 2012. For more information go to www.ocgp.org