Our dear friend, Dallas/Fort Worth local folk singer Michael Harrison, has been diagnosed with throat cancer. His medical team is guardedly optimistic about his recovery. Michael is preparing to fight for his life. And the treatment itself will leave him unable to work for most of this year.
Michael and his music have uplifted and entertained us, and now we have our chance to return the favor. Knowing that months of radiation therapy and chemotherapy for throat cancer can be both emotionally and financially devastating, we are resolved to help Michael with his fight.
Benefit Concert for Michael!
Come out for a great time in a good cause! Friends of Michael have planned a benefit concert at Trinity Hall, Mockingbird station: four solid hours of traditional Celtic and American music. All proceeds, contributions and CD sales during the concert will go to help Michael and his family.
When: September 19, 2010, 4–8pm
Where: Trinity Hall at Mockingbird Station, 5321 E Mockingbird Ln Ste 250, Dallas, Texas 75206 (MAP)
Suggested donation: $10
Currently known to be on the bill and donating their time are: Jed Marum and his son, Jaime Marum, Behan, Karen Riccardi and Friends, and Leghorn the Piper.
Here is how you can help.
- Donate directly to Michael through the donation box above.
- Collect donations by putting the donation box on your own website. Click Add to site on the donation box to get started.
- Buy compact disc recordings of his solo album, First Time ’Round (reviewed here and here) and his collaboration with Linda King, For Kids of All Ages (reviewed here and here).
- Follow us and spread the word on Facebook by clicking Become a Fan in the Facebook box below.
- E-mail us.
- Check back again for the latest news!
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Links to Michael’s Music and Friends
- Michael’s page at Dallas-Fort Worth Professional Musicians Association (and listen to samples from his solo album)
- For Kids Of All Ages Album page at Amazon.com (listen to samples from this album)
- Jed Marum’s website and Facebook page
- The Mudcat Café
- Michael’s page at Pegasus News
- Michael’s listing on Texas Celtic Music Network
- Salado Scottish Gathering has some of Michael’s music online
- San Antonio Highland Games Association has a bio online
- as does Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival