A who's who of Tucson musicians performed Friday, Feb. 7, in a fundraiser meant to raise money for the Los Angeles music community, following the devastating Southern California wildfires.
Artists performing, include Howe Gelb and Friends, Gabby Pietrangelo, Brian Lopez, Naim Amor, Salvador Duran, Gabriel Sullivan, Beth Goodfellow and others.
All proceeds from the concert, dubbed "Tucson Loves L.A.," go toward the nonprofit MusiCares, described by Congress as "an institution dedicated to the well-being of recording artists and performers."
Among MusiCares' offerings for musicians who experienced loss during the fire: $1,500 in financial assistance, $500 grocery cards, and assistance for damaged equipment, medical needs and rental assistance.
The concert, ran from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m, was being held in conjunction with Arizona Arts Live. Tickets were $20 in advance through the Hotel Congress websiteand $25 the day of the show.
The concert took take place on the plaza. Hotel Congress is at 311 E. Congress St.
