Randy Travis gives the Denver Heart Benefit his best.
– Randy Travis concludes his 60-city tour with an exceptional performance at the 30th-anniversary Heart of Hearts Gala, a benefit for cardiac care services at several hospitals.
– Travis, a two-time CMA Male Vocalist of the Year, treated the 550 attendees to over 90 minutes of his chart-topping hits, showcasing his country music prowess.
– The event, emceed by 9News anchor Mark Koebrich, captivated even non-country music enthusiasts, leaving them buzzing about the auction, dinner, and show.
– The down-home decor featured hay bales, calico, lanterns, and prize certificates held in cowboy boots, perfectly complementing Travis's country roots.
– Special guests included Bill and Betty Ruth Hewit, long-time sponsors, cardiologist Mark Sheehan, and heart attack survivor Cathy Hunter.
– Notable attendees encompassed American Furniture Warehouse's Jake Jabs, promoter Chuck Morris, and various healthcare and community figures.
– The host Rocky Mountain Adventist Healthcare Foundation's chairman, Darrell Schulte, and his wife, Cherrelyn, also participated in the festivities.
– Upcoming events mentioned include Opera Colorado's Gala 2010, the Spreading Wings Gala honouring astronaut Eugene Cernan, and the Fantasy Ball benefiting The Adoption Exchange, chaired by BJ Dyer and Guenther Vogt.