When Michael from Goshen was caller #7 recently to win Bethel Woods concert tickets, I had no idea what it would turn into making a great memory for his daughter! 

While I was getting the winner's info off the air, he casually mentioned his daughter Caroline was going to love seeing world-renowned violinist Lindsey Sterling at Bethel Woods.

But then I saw a post from Caroline's mom who mentioned how Caroline had used Lindsey's skills as inspiration to improve her own.

It was then that I decided to pass along the mom's Facebook post to Lindsey's record label rep...yet another Mike. I asked if we could surprise young Caroline with a meet & greet with Lindsey after her performance! 

A day later, word came back that Lindsey's manager Dani said YES. 

I didn't mention it on the air prior to Friday night's performance for fear that Caroline would hear about the surprise. I also knew from experience that sometimes plans are cancelled for whatever reason.

But then came word and photos on Saturday morning confirming that the meet HAD taken place backstage at Bethel Woods! And Caroline's mom wrote these words..."Thank you #MikeBennett at WHUD, for giving my daughter a night she’ll remember for the rest of her life. Lindsey Stirling lit up the stage at Bethel Woods, and my daughter was instantly captivated — recording every second, completely in awe of Lindsey’s violin skills, her acrobatics, her dancing, her voice, her energy.....and then came the moment she’ll never forget: she actually got to meet Lindsey after the show. Watching my daughter talk to the musician who inspired her so deeply this past school year was overwhelming in the best way. This was more than a concert. It was an unbelievable blessing."

Glad I could play small part in making this happen! All it took was 3 guys named Mike!