Fundraiser for children with AIDS THE National AIDS Committee, in association with Jamaica Aids Support organisation staged a fundraising Jazz exposition titled An Eclective Evening Of Jazz and Art at 13 Norbrook Road, St. Andrew, on Sunday afternoon. According to Pat Matalon, chairman of the fundraising committee, the non-Govern-mental organisation was established to work with and educate persons suffering from HIV/AIDS and in particular with children who have the disease. She told the fair-sized audience that money from the evening's function will go towards the care of these children. The evening featured an array of artistes and musicians including Dwight Richards, Mickey Hanson, Andi Jefferson, Mbala, Dennis Rushton, Fahrenheit, Pat Good and the Soul Case Band. The line-up was headed by Byard Lancaster and the Jamerican Jazz Stars. There was also an Art exhibition with works mounted by Artist of the Year, Nakasi Hutchinson as well as Kay Sullivan and Kristina Newman, among others. The works ranged from paintings in mixed media to mood figurines. The display was completed with ceramic display by the Mustard Seed Community under the directorship of Patrick Hall, who was inspired by master potter Cecil Baugh. The community also caters to babies with AIDS. There were adequate refreshment and hors d'oeuvres provided by the organisers. Outstanding presentations were made by Byard Lancaster and Andi Jefferson, Dennis Rhuston, Dwight Richards, Pat Gooden, Mickey Hanson and the Soul Case Band. Performances were also given by members of the Children And Community For Change from Mandela Terrence, Kingston.
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