in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month
Benefiting Music Can Help and New York State Association for Music Therapy
May 21, 2026
6:30PM
7:00PM
The Penthouse at One East Ave
6:30 PM — Doors, Bar Service
7:00 PM — TARYN
8:00 PM — Damaris Rivera
10:00 PM — Event Concludes
A Night of R&B with Damaris Rivera is a fundraising concert to expand Music Can Help’s community services to the greater Rochester area and help the launch of the New York State Association for Music Therapy (NYSAMT) which supports board-certified music therapists in better caring for the people of New York State. This night will bring people together, mitigate social isolation, and provide a fun time with music!
Music Can Help LLC
Music Can Help promotes music as a resource for wellness through products, groups, events, and content.
The Vision: to improve health through music.
Connect with us! @musiccanhelp
low-cost community groups
large-scale event equipment
production and admin costs
live music fees
outreach
New York State Association for Music Therapy Inc.
The New York State Association for Music Therapy supports music therapists and music therapy students by providing community, resources, and development opportunities in order to better care for the people of New York.
The Vision: to be an inclusive organization for creativity, collaboration, and development for music therapy professionals within New York State.
Connect with us! @nymusictherapy
startup costs
legal and accounting fees
online NYS music therapist directory
marketing supplies
speaker fees for continuing education
FUNDRAISING GOAL: $30,000
Join a sponsorship level or give a custom donation. Your engagement in this fundraiser helps improve access to supportive music services in Rochester, NY and across New York State. Click the Sponsorship button to see more!
Where do I park?
Street parking is available and free after 6pm on weekdays. Short side streets outside of East and Main include Atlas Street, Euclid Street, Andrew Langston, Elm Street and Cortland Street.
The Midtown Parking Garage is also available. Driving to the back of the garage and turning left will put you closer to the Atlas Street stairwell. Walk up the stairwell, turn right, and look for the One East Ave back entrance.
Is the venue accessible?
Yes! Entrances and restrooms are wheelchair-accessible. Contact us in advance and we can make arrangements to support you. Guests may take the elevator to the venue, located on the 11th floor.
Can I donate without attending the event?
Absolutely! Donate here or reach out to us. Every contribution helps support our mission.
Do you have a lingering question?
Contact us on this page, or email hello@musiccanhelp.us and we’d be happy to help.