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Praise for Derik Nelson's TAKE CHANCES TOUR
“That group was so positive and professional! We need more groups like them in our school!”
- Jim Dunlop, band director, Century High School
Matthew Morrison, the Emmy, Tony, and Golden Globe-nominated star who portrays the optimistic high school glee club teacher on FOX’s “GLEE” says this educational give-back Tour is close to his heart. “Derik’s incredible vocal talent, songwriting, and genuine discipline sets him ahead of other artists. This tour concept is absolutely revolutionary, and I’m so proud of Derik for the way he’s impacting and fundraising for music education in schools.”
“They were so nice and generous. It’s nice to have a professional group that is mellow and sincere and appreciative of our kids.”
- Mary Kay Babcock, choir teacher
"Derik and company came to [my school] last year and it was an UNFORGETTABLE experience. I learned so much at the workshop and I know many of my friends did as well... every single student left the theater smiling and with a new sense of purpose to pursue their passions. Derik's tour had accomplished the one ultimate goal: inspire students (and all participants) to take chances. Derik and Riana and Dalten and his band and crew are all so extremely talented, and the show itself was so inspiring because it conveyed the greatest message of all to every one of us sitting in the seats, that taking risks is absolutely worth it and vital to one's success. The concert was so enjoyable, students were talking about how great of an experience it was months after it happened and still continue to talk about it today. I think another show this second time around would reach out to more people and have an even greater impact, amplifying and building upon the success of last year's visit. Ultimately, we absolutely loved the last Take Chances Tour and would absolutely love love love to have Derik back!!!"
- Julia Daley, San Jose, California
"Derik Nelson is a community minded young man. His journey as a musician has been like a mountain rain seeking its river which flows to the source, gathering momentum and beauty along the way, then back up to the mountain to rain down pure positivity through song. But the Take Chances Tour isn’t just about Derik. It's about [all the people in] the audience. It's about getting a big picture and then trusting yourself to take the steps."
- LA Vocal Coach Marta Woodhull, www.singingforaliving.com
"Derik, you came to my town and changed my life!! Because of you, I am now taking chances, and it paid off... thank you for coming and changing my life, you are truly an inspiration to me and the world! Keep being awesome!"
-BGrooke Graham, via YouTube
“To me, it’s necessary that every school has the same opportunities to help students out with their passion, whatever that may be…..The arts programs are in need, and we understand that we have the ability to help that need. I have to pinch myself every day, it’s just a great feeling performing for others and delivering a positive message. We want to show that you can follow your dreams and have a positive impact. [The Take Chances Tour] has been in the making for a while, and we are excited to see it through.”
- Derik Nelson, via ThurstonTalk.com