This year, the Country Music Marathon in Nashville, Tennessee took place in a downpour. However, the rain did not stop the over 30,000 runners and thousands of volunteers from going on with the event. Given the recent tragedy with the Boston Marathon, there was also heighten security. Two videos from Anthony-Denmark Communications cover the rain-soaked activities. The first is “Country Music Marathon 2013 ‘Twanging In the Rain'” with a report on the conditions and risks, the runners were taking. The second,  “Country Music Marathon 2013 ‘The Human Spirit'”, shows the physical and emotional toll the pounding rain was having upon the runners. The event was conducted to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

“You are an advocate”, says advocacy veteran Gordon Bonnyman from the Tennessee Justice Center. He speaks to the audience about the qualities needed for being an effective advocate for people and causes. These excerpts are taken from his presentation “The Whys and Wherefores of Advocacy” at the TCSW Middle Region Fall Conference on November 2, 2012. Video by Russ Anthony 411 for Anthony-Denmark Communications.

Video:
Bikers from the 2012 Tour de Nash ride (except last scene) in Nashville, Tennessee
Video captured by Canon EOS 7D in 720p 60fps. Canon lens EFS 18-135 mm
Edited with Final Cut Pro X version 10.0.0.4
Shot by Russ Anthony 411 for Anthony-Denmark Communications

Music:
“Siesta” by Jahzzar (http://betterwithmusic.com)

These are just a few of 36 gorgeous Tour de Nash 2012 photos shot in high definition (5184 X 3456) on May 19, 2012. If you have a slow connection, each photo may take a little longer to load or you can view the full set of 36 by clicking here. (All photos are owned by Anthony-Denmark Communications) To watch the Tour de Nash 2012 video, please click here.

The video Tour de Nash 2012 highlights the largest organized bike ride in Nashville, Tennessee conducted by Walk/Ride Nashville.  Russ Anthony 411 was there to take in the spectacle. Watch the beauty and coordination of Nashville bikers as they begin three separate treks through the streets of Nashville. This year’s ride, (it’s a ride, not a race), included an estimated one thousand riders. This video shows the start of the 62-mile, 32-mile and 8-mile groups as they begin their journeys. Nashville’s mayor Karl Dean is in the front row for the 8-mile family fun ride group. Marvel at the variety of riders, bikes and gear as the rider pass the camera showing off individual biking styles.  Click here to see the video produced by Anthony-Denmark Communications. For more information about Walk/Bike Nashville go to walkbikenashville.org. For photos of Tour de Nashville 2012, please click here.

Nashville once again shows it’s generous spirit as 500 runners and walkers were cheered on by supporters at the Run For The Homeless 5k. Despite cloudy skies. The video gives a glimpse of the festival atmosphere at the event. Presented by The Key Alliance, this is the second year the race has taken place in downtown Nashville. For official race results, go to www.nashvillestriders.com.

Also, please watch “Dale”, a heart warming interview that tells the story of a man going from living on the street to permanent housing. I was originally going to put a portion of the interview in the original video. However, as I started editing it – I realized that Dale needed more time to tell his story.