2012 Fundraiser

HATAS Fundraiser raises over $5000 to help Albany's homeless.

On Saturday, November 10, over 100 area students solicited pledges to play in a piano marathon that lasted over seven hours. The event took place at the Crossgates Mall, where a 9' concert grand, donated by Artist Pianos in Latham, was set up in front of the Apple Store.

One memorable performance had one student playing the piano and singing Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" while his sister performed a stunning dance routine. The Music Studio from Albany also performed with their usual flair some vocal pieces and percussion ensembles.

The marathon was part of a Gingerbread House Contest that has been an ongoing fundraising effort by the Homeless and Traveler's Aid Society. Thank you to all who participated!