Despite the COVID-19 cases seeming to be on the downswing, the North Texas fundraising events are still taking hits… and this one is a big one. Here is today’s update: Cancellation Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala scheduled for Saturday, September 12 As reported before, all the area nonprofits are experiencing dramatic challenges with the arts feeling like they’re on … [Read more...] about July 28 Update: Cancellation
Van Cliburn
A Passing: Van Cliburn
World-famous pianist Van Cliburn died at his Fort Worth home this morning after months of battling cancer.His life and talents proved that a young fellow from Shreveport could thrill royalty, as well children, with the way his fingers brought life to ivory keys. For those who heard him perform in person, count yourself very, very fortunate. For those who didn't have the … [Read more...] about A Passing: Van Cliburn
Van Cliburn Could Use Some “Very Good Thoughts”
You may or may not have heard that Fort Worth's most famous son of the ivories, Van Cliburn, could use some very good thoughts. According to Van Cliburn Foundation Interim President/CEO Alann Sampson: "It is with a heavy heart that I write to tell you our beloved Van is gravely ill and the prognosis is not positive. He has bone cancer, small cell stage 4. "He is under … [Read more...] about Van Cliburn Could Use Some “Very Good Thoughts”