Hi All: Wanted to let you all know that we are swiftly moving through Phase II of Music Rising and helping several churches and schools in the Gulf Region. Its unbelievable how many people still need help. Did you know that most of the churches that were destroyed in the Katrina aftermath are not even fully functional yet. We are replacing instruments so the choirs can sing again and the people in the parish can have a place to sing their praises. We are supporting the musical instrument needs of schools so the children can not only hear the sweet sounds of music but benefit from all those wonderful things that come from music education. On another note the Hard Rock has stepped in to help and will begin selling the Music Rising t-shirts with proceeds benefitting Music Rising. Over 70 locations worldwide will begin selling the t-shirt you saw Edge wore on the Grammys 2006 telecast, during the pre-game show at the Louisiana Superdome in September and throughout various other performances including the re-opening of the Preservation Jazz Hall in New Orleans. Stay tuned for more news on this blog. And a special thanks to all of you who have taken it upon yourself to have events and programs in your local areas benefitting the cause. Have a blessed Holiday Season from all of your friends at Music Rising!