One of the privileges of living in Nashville is being around so much wonderful musical talent. Nashville’s musicians take pride in the city and often give back whenever they can. There is not a week in town, when there is not an opportunity to hear music royalty. One of the most generous with his time is Vince Gill and his wife Amy Grant. I was lucky to be able to attend a recent charity fundraiser event hosted by Vince and Amy. Joining them on stage at the Ford Theater at the Country Music Hall of Fame was Ashley Monroe and Rock & Roll veteran “Big” Al Anderson. Providing background on and then singing the songs each had written, provided special insight into the songs you had heard on the radio hundreds of times. Whenever you visit our city, look for special charity related concerts not just the large mega concerts at the arena. These smaller events and venues after all what make Nashville special.

If you have never heard of “Big” Al Anderson…give him a google. His song Trip around the Sun is a perfect reflective birthday song.