Keeping Elvis's Spirit Alive at Fairhaven Memorial Park
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SANTA ANA, Calif. - Californer -- The sacredness of life and the enduring legacy of Elvis Presley will be honored during Elvis in Harmony: A Gospel & Classics Celebration on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024 at Fairhaven Memorial Park in Santa Ana.in performances by Elvis tribute artists, gospel singers and choruses. Set in tranquil surroundings, the event will offer a day of reflection, music, and memories set against a backdrop that celebrates the preciousness of each day.

Though Elvis Presley left this world on August 16, 1977, his fame has only grown stronger. "His voice still echoes in the hearts of his fans, a timeless reminder that true icons never fade—they inspire, ignite, and live on forever," said Martin Anthony, Elvis tribute artist.

The Gospel Show will present a soulful tribute to Elvis's spiritual roots and his lifelong connection to his twin brother, Jesse, who died at birth. This performance, held in the Historic Mausoleum, will feature the harmonious voices of The Orange County Threshold Choir, known for their a cappella lullaby-like songs performed at the bedsides of those in tender stages of life along with rhythm and blues, jazz-soul singers Charlotte Pope and Tomi Wright. Pope has performed alongside renowned artists like jazz guitarist Doc Powell and R&B legend Thelma Houston. Wright, a singer-songwriter from Los Angeles and former professional rodeo barrel racer, has collaborated with numerous rhythm and blues artists and toured as a background singer for the late soul music pioneer Solomon Burke.

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Joining Pope and Wright is Elvis tribute artist Martin Anthony, who will also perform alongside The Friendship Choir, led by Grammy-nominated singer Sonya Griffin in the  all marble Rose Window Chapel famously used to record Charlton Heston's "Voice of God" performance in the movie, The Ten Commandments.

The festivities will also include other Elvis tribute artists including Scot Bruce, fan clubs, memorabilia and an Elvis life story.

Fairhaven Memorial Park is located at 1702 Fairhaven Avenue, Santa Ana, CA. The event is presented by Dignity Memorial™   in support of Patriots and Paws, a Southern California nonprofit that provides essential home furnishings and companion pets to veterans, active-duty military, and their families at no cost.

About Dignity Memorial

Dignity Memorial™ is North America's largest provider of funeral, cremation, and cemetery services. Participating Dignity Memorial locations include Fairhaven Memorial Park & Mortuary in Santa Ana; Fairhaven Memorial Services in Mission Viejo; McAulay and Wallace in Fullerton; and Dimond Shannon Mortuary in Garden Grove. The network also owns Memphis Funeral Home, which handled Elvis Presley's funeral arrangements.

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