This year’s Pass the Mic benefit and auction is a special one! On Thursday, December 10th, we’ll gather online to celebrate the legacies of Lead Belly, Woody Guthrie, and Odetta – with Special Guests Terika Dean, Anna Canoni & Michelle Esrick. This music-filled, storytelling event is hosted by Music to Life co-founders, Noel Paul Stookey (of the legendary trio Peter, Paul & Mary) and his daughter, Liz Stookey Sunde.
Featuring Music to Life Artists Myles Bullen, Naomi Westwater, Eric Dozier.
Pass the Mic is Music to Life’s largest fundraiser of the year, and we’re aiming to raise $75,000 by December 31st to support musicians creating meaningful change in communities across the country.
Pass the Mic has always been a free event, and we’re proud to keep it that way so everyone can be part of the celebration. We hope you’ll join us for an inspiring evening and consider making a gift today. Whether it’s $10, $100, or an amount meaningful to you, every contribution brings us closer to our goal! Register here to “attend” the benefit auction:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pass-the-mic-an-intergenerational-benefit-auction-for-music-to-life-2026-registration-2002581802078?blm_aid=239991819
Hosted by:
Music to Life co-founders Noel Paul Stookey (of Peter, Paul & Mary) and his daughter Liz Stookey Sunde. This year’s program features stories, music, and conversations that remind us how music can challenge, educate, and unify.
Auction Highlights:
-Peter, Paul & Mary Signed Guitar
-“Wedding Song” – Custom Dedicated Sheet Music
-Virtual Wine Tasting pairing wines and musical traditions from around the world
Event Details:
Thursday, December 10th, 2026
8:00 PM EST
YouTube Live
Donations of $100 or more will receive a ticket to our online After Party, hosted by Noel ‘Paul’ Stookey. Donate here to secure an After-Party Invite!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pass-the-mic-an-intergenerational-benefit-auction-for-music-to-life-2026-registration-2002581802078?blm_aid=239991819
The event will stream live, with all proceeds supporting Music to Life’s work empowering today’s musician changemakers.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Photo: poster
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