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Music donations overwhelm Burnaby's punk rock councillor

“I was expecting about 50 donations and we're now approaching 250,” said Joe Keithley, who many know as 'Joey Shithead'
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Last Saturday, Joe Keithley (left), Mayor Mike Hurley and Burnaby firefighters gathered at the farmers market to accept donations of musical instruments. Photo by Jennifer Gauthier/Burnaby NOW

The response from Burnaby residents has been music to Joe Keithley’s ears.

The Burnaby councillor and founder of punk band D.O.A. asked the community to donate musical instruments for his program Harmony for All.

Last Saturday, Keithley, Mayor Mike Hurley and Burnaby firefighters gathered at the farmers market to accept those donations and they were overwhelmed at the response.

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Last Saturday, Coun. Joe Keithley (right), Mayor Mike Hurley (left) and Burnaby firefighters gathered at the farmers market to accept donations of musical instruments. Photo by Jennifer Gauthier/Burnaby NOW

“I was expecting about 50 donations and we're now approaching 250,” Keithley said.

Each person who donated received a tax receipt.

Keithley is working to share the benefits of music with Burnaby children who want to play music but cannot afford instruments or lessons.

If you have something you want to donate, you can email Keithley at [email protected].

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