Chris Hendricks Announces November Dates For "Breaking Down Barriers" Anti-Bullying Program

Raleigh-Based Musician To Appear At Seven North Carolina Schools To Address Harms Of Bullying

2012-11-11

RALEIGH, NC, November 11, 2012 (Press-News.org) Chris Hendricks (http://www.chrishendricksmusic.com), a musician based in Raleigh, N.C., has announced the dates of his November "Breaking Down Barriers" anti-bullying program events at seven North Carolina schools. The "Breaking Down Barriers" schedule for November will include the following locations:

-St. Mary's High School on Sunday, Nov. 11
-Ravenscroft High School on Monday, Nov. 12
-Green Hope High School on Monday, Nov. 19
-Millbrook High School on Tuesday, Nov. 27
-Wakefield High School on Wednesday, Nov. 28
-Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School on Thursday, Nov. 29
-Cary High School on Friday, Nov. 30.

Hendricks' "Breaking Down Barriers" anti-bullying program reaches out to area schools raising awareness about the dangers of bullying and the importance of being true to one's self. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at an early age, Hendricks was bullied all throughout his childhood and teen years because of his disability. Through the program, he uses his experience with bullying along with his musical talents to reach out to and inspire students who are facing similar situations.

For more information about the "Breaking Down Barriers" anti-bullying program, visit http://www.ChrisHendricksMusic.com/BreakingDownBarriers.

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"I am grateful to be given the opportunity to bring my anti-bullying program to so many area schools, and share my music and message with all of these great students," said Hendricks. "Educating others about the harm that comes from bullying is something that is very important to me and a cause about which I feel very passionate. I look forward to meeting with each school and hope to inspire students to stand up to bullying and stay true to themselves."

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ABOUT CHRIS HENDRICKS:
Chris Hendricks is a rock musician based in Raleigh, N.C. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at a young age, Hendricks uses his music and experiences in an effort to inspire others, reaching out to schools, businesses and organizations throughout the country. Over the course of his career, Hendricks has performed at iconic venues across the country including Cat's Cradle, Carolina Theatre, Eddie's Attic and the Los Angeles House of Blues. His hit song "Noise," was featured at every artist's dream destination - the Louvre Museum in Paris - and was chosen as the 2011-2012 season theme song for the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes and Florida Panthers. Quickly becoming a hit, the EP that features "Noise" has sold more than 6,000 copies to date. Hendricks is back in the studio recording his latest EP, "Meant To Survive," which is set to be released in winter 2012. For more information about Chris Hendricks, visit http://www.chrishendricksmusic.com.

ABOUT THE "BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS" ANTI-BULLYING PROGRAM:
Chris Hendricks' "Breaking Down Barriers" is an anti-bullying program that reaches out to area schools to raise awareness about the dangers of bullying and the importance of being true to one's self. Each performance kicks off with a short concert followed by a speech from Hendricks. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at an early age, he was bullied all throughout his childhood and teen years because of his disability. Through the program, he uses his experience with bullying along with his musical talents to reach out to and inspire others who are facing similar situations. The program has and continues to make a difference in the Triangle, as participating schools have reported a decrease in behavioral problems and bullying as a result of the program. For more information about "Breaking Down Barriers," visit http://www.chrishendricksmusic.com/breakingdownbarriers.

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