This coming August, make your way to the Copernicus Theater in Chicago for the exciting "[re] Tune" event, sure to be more than just a concert or talent show.  The "[re] Tune" Ticketbud event page provides an apt description of what patrons can expect:

"A musical movement...a 2 day experience geared towards connecting artists and their audience."

While stellar performances by artists such as recent YouTube star AJ Rafael might be the highlight of the two-day event, one might argue that the unique setup and motivation behind this Asian American "musical movement" are what truly makes it worth attending.

On the first night, VIP's and sponsors will enjoy a meet-and-greet accompanied by a more freestyle-geared performance by the headlining performers as well as some brand new artists.  The second and main night of the event will include not only the aforementioned and highly anticipated concert performance, but a concluding gathering of both performers and audience members as well, where the love and appreciation of music can be shared by both portions of the performance, together.

(And maybe a few autographs then as well...)

Hurry over to the event page where they are selling tickets online using Ticketbud!

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