Nugget Concert by Legendary Guitarist Supports Music Programs in WCSD

Reno, NV (March 3, 2011) – Pulling from his vast experience on stage and in the recording studio, guitar legend Craig Chaquico will take audiences on a musical journey Friday night at John Ascuaga’s Nugget during a special performance that will benefit music and arts programs in the Washoe County School District.

All proceeds from the concert will benefit the WCSD Fine Arts Department. Music and Arts Director Dave Branson says the money will help purchase instruments and art supplies for students in the District.

“Music and the arts programs are an important part of the WCSD’s curriculum. Through these programs, our children learn to think creatively and innovatively,” Branson said. “This annual benefit concert is important to the health of the fine arts programs in our schools. We want to ensure every single child has the opportunity to try their hand in music and art classes. This concert helps us do that. We are very excited to have Craig Chaquico in town to inspire our young artists and the community.”

The award-winning musician and composer was the lead guitarist with the multi-platinum selling rock band Jefferson Starship in the 1970s and ‘80s and became a solo artist in the early ‘90s.

Information about tickets is available online at www.janugget.com or by calling 356-3300. In addition to the benefit concert on Friday night, Chaquico will play again at the Nugget on Saturday evening.


John Ascuaga’s Nugget and Washoe Music Works Present: Craig Chaquico
A Concert to Benefit the WCSD Fine Arts Department

When: Friday, March 4 at 8 p.m.

Where: John Ascuaga’s Nugget in the Celebrity Showroom

Note: Reno High School music student Nick Sexton will make a special guest artist appearance for one song with Chaquico.

Media Opportunity: Students have been invited to attend Chaquico’s sound check at 3:45 p.m. on Friday afternoon if you would like to film prior to the event.


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About Washoe County School District: The Washoe County School District includes the Reno/Sparks metropolitan area, Incline Village, Gerlach, Empire and Wadsworth, Nevada. The District provides each of its 63,000 students with a superior education in a safe and challenging environment and is committed to graduate every child career and college ready.
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