Lynne believes that service should be part of every artist’s mission. Here are a few songs she has written for her favorite non-profits to help them raise both awareness and funds to support their causes.
“Amplify”
Music and Lyrics by Lynne Shankel
Orchestration by Lynne Shankel
Featuring Shoshana Bean and the musicians of Maestra
Directed by Jessica Ryan
Video Production by Marathon Digital
Lynne wrote this song for the 2021 gala for Maestra Music, Inc.
Maestra provides support, visibility and community to the women and non-binary people who make the music in the musical theatre industry.
For more information on Maestra, visit their website:
“I’ve Got All I Need (This Christmas)”
Music by Lynne Shankel, Lyrics by Jon Hartmere
Orchestration by Lynne Shankel
Featuring Derek Klena and Lindsay Mendez
Filmed by Jesse Rosenberg
Directed by Stafford Arima
Lynne and Jon wrote this song to benefit Arts Ignite (formerly ASTEP).
Arts Ignite believes that the arts are a powerful force for sparking imagination, cultivating a sense of self and breaking cycles of poverty.
For more information on Arts Ignite, visit their website:
“Phenomenal Woman (Kenita’s Song)”
Music by Lynne Shankel, based on the poem by Maya Angelou
Lynne set Dr. Maya Angelou’s poem in honor of International Women’s Day.
Featuring Kenita Miller
Filmed and Edited by Daniel Robinson
Directed by Stafford Arima