John Mayer, Tony Bennett, Yo-Yo Ma Offer Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences to Benefit Musicians On Call

John Mayer, Tony Bennett, Yo-Yo Ma Offer Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences to Benefit Musicians On Call

NEW YORK, Dec. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- If the latest online auction to benefit Musicians On Call (MOC; www.musiciansoncall.org) is an indication of how celebrities are supporting their favorite charities, the trend is moving away from fleeting appearances and towards much more in-depth, intimate experiences. John Mayer, for example, will set sail on a four-day adventure with the highest bidder (and three lucky friends) of a package that includes luxury accommodations, performances, parties, and a personally signed guitar.

Mayer isn't the only award-winning musician going above and beyond for MOC, a nonprofit organization that brings live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients in healthcare facilities. Tony Bennett, Yo-Yo Ma, and Celine Dion are also participating in the appropriately titled "Ultimate Experiences" auction. These prizes offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences and unprecedented, one-on-one access to celebrities. "Ultimate Experiences," a partnership between MOC and Bloomingdales, will be auctioned off online at www.bloomingdalesholidayauction.com through December 11, 2008.

Ultimate Experiences:

#1: Paint With An American Legend, Tony Bennett

This once-in-a-lifetime experience features a one-hour personal painting lesson from renowned entertainer and revered painter, Tony Bennett, at his private studio in New York. The festivities continue as you and a guest spend four nights exploring all the wonders of the Big Apple.

#2: The Maestro's Magic, Yo-Yo Ma

Take advantage of the breathtaking composition of distinguished cellist Yo-Yo Ma with box seats at his concert at Carnegie Hall on March 31, 2009. The following day, you and three friends will enjoy a private brunch with Yo-Yo and exclusive performance for your group.

#3: Set Sail With a Rock Star, John Mayer

Grammy award-winning artist John Mayer will entertain you and three friends during a four-day sea adventure aboard his party ship, "Mayercraft Carrier 2". Set sail from Southern California on March 27 and embark on an amazing voyage with parties, performances, and perks, like Mayer's personally signed guitar, your keepsake to remember this remarkable experience.

#4: Grande Finale Fête, Celine Dion

This unbelievable experience begins in Montreal at the grand finale concert of Grammy Award-winning superstar, Celine Dion. The magic continues as you and seven friends experience a meet-and-greet with the superstar herself, and take home your own personal library of Dion's DVDs and CDs.

#5: A Hollywood Dream, Miranda Cosgrove

Jet to Hollywood to experience the glamour of this spectacular city as you visit the set of Nickelodeon's hit series iCarly. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how star Miranda Cosgrove makes the magic happen on-screen. The Sony Style Home Theater Dream System composed of a 46" Class Bravia XBR and Sony BDP-S350 Blu-ray Disc player are yours to keep as part of this magnificent experience.

#6: Jam With The World's Coolest Virtuoso, Lang Lang

Fly with a guest to Munich, Germany to fine-tune your skills during an incredible one-hour piano lesson with brilliant pianist, Lang Lang. Spend the rest of your four-night stay exploring the scenes and sounds of this musical city.

Source: Musicians On Call

CONTACT: Pam Manela of In House Public Relations, +1-212-477-4600,
pam@inhousenyc.com, for Musicians On Call

Web Site: http://www.bloomingdalesholidayauction.com/
http://www.musiciansoncall.org/

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