OK, this is just wrong on way too many levels.

First of all, it isn't the "artistically gifted" students who need scholarships, it's the dumb ones like me. Second, did Jessica Simpson or Willie Nelson ever actually go to college themselves, or are they just doing this as a write-off? Third, I'm sure the Fort Worth Symphony is badass, but I'd really rather hear Willie's own band backing him up. Next, what is Kinky Friedman's relevance here? Name recognition as a loser? Finally, how do any of these acts find a common audience, especially at a hundred bucks a pop?

Just get Morgan Fairchild, Ron Kirk or the people from Texas Roadhouse to cut a fat check and spare everyone the indignity of these people playing to big empty room.

I guess complaining is what you do best, any organization that gives of their time and to kids should be applauded not criticized, but then critics wouldn't have a job if they didn't bitch about things, if anyone knows about acid I guess it would you.

Uh, David, I wasn't criticizing anyone. I was just pointing out how wacky the lineup is. That, and the Morgan Fairchild connection. And I did promote the thing, didn't I?

I think this event sounds badass! Dallas has been needing to do something different for a while now. There are so many killer events like this on the coasts and it's about time Dallas steps up to bat. National talent from the DFW area gathering for a cause other than disaster relief? FINALLY!
The arts in the metroplex are sadly overlooked and an artistic force such as this should be hailed not bashed.
I applaud the AetheriA Foundation for having some balls. In a world of ever-changing tastes and ADD minds - I think shows with variety are the way of the future.
Way to go...