Say No Way

Say No Way is a delightfully entertaining and highly motivational musical presentation which educates students about the many dangers of drug use. More importantly, this assembly shows students sensible alternatives to using drugs.

This informative and positive presentation is an ideal assembly to help your students learn to "SAY NO WAY" to drugs!" Linda Gentille, known as The Piano Princess, and her musical partner Jim Yester, former lead singer of the 60's group The Association (Windy, Never My Love, and Cherish), have traveled all across America performing and talking to students about the dangers of drugs.

Their program intertwines various styles of music from classical to rap with their strong anti-drug message. It is a show that appeals to young audiences as well as high school students. They have four separate school programs specifically geared to each level and age group. In addition, Linda and Jim often include school theme messages to reinforce current school programs and messages. They are consummate professionals who adapt their program to each school on an individual basis.

Linda Gentille has toured the United States and performed for President Reagan at The White House in 1985. She also has given six major concert tours in The People's Republic of China. You can click here to see Linda live in concert.

Jim initially began to speak to students about the dangers of drugs and violence many years ago after his musical partner in the Association died of a heroin overdose during the height of their fame. This tragedy was a devastating blow to him personally and professionally. Linda, after recognizing the need and seeing the highly rewarding results of the work Jim was doing to help get the message to students, offered to join Jim in his crusade by making available her fabulous musical talents. She is a role model for students, demonstrating what can be achieved through choosing a goal and relentlessly striving to achieve it. Pamela joined the group in 2003 and added a new musical dimension to the show. Together, the message "Say no Way" has been helping students recognize the fact that there are easy and rewarding alternatives to drugs and violence through communication and commitment.

Say No Way intertwines classical, popular, hip-hop and rap music into a creative anti-drug message that students of all ages can relate to. There are four separate programs designed for each grade sector: K-2/3, grades 4/5/6, Middle School and High School. They also perform community concerts which include the entire family.

The cost of the program varies from state to state depending on your location. To receive a pricing and promotion package, click here to send e-mail to Sharon(sharon@SayNoWay.com) our new booking manager and send us your postal mailing address. It will be sent to you within one week of receiving your request. You also can call our toll free number 1-800-549-4544. Thank you very much for your interest and let's help keep America drug free.