AUSTIN, Texas – Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016 marked the 10,000th live music performance at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. In celebration of the milestone, airport concessionaire Delaware North Companies and live music sponsor presented HAAM (Health Alliance for Austin Musicians) with a $10,000 donation and Grammy winner Ray Benson performed.

Along with Benson, the Austin all-star lineup of performers included Carolyn Wonderland Band with Shelley King, Redd Volkaert and Band, Jackie Venson, Rick Trevino and Wendy Colonna.

“Music is in the soul of Austin, including its airport. It’s been here from the beginning. Now we celebrate 10,000 live music performances,” said Terry Mahlum, Regional Vice President, Delaware North. “It’s a milestone worthy of a big show with Ray Benson and Austin all-star musicians, plus a $10,000 donation to HAAM. We are so proud to be a part of this.”

A distinguishing airport amenity, live music has been featured at Austin’s airport since it opened in 1999. In recognition of the airport’s music program and DNC’s support of HAAM, a proclamation was issued from Austin Mayor Steve Adler and Texas Senator Kirk Watson, along with a letter from U.S. Congressman Lloyd Doggett.

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