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Music Shop Gives Guitars in Dolly's Honor
3 Sep
Summary
- Shop owner gifted three guitars to young women.
- Inspiration came from Dolly Parton's kindness.
- Social media response led to widespread support.
A music shop owner in Wem, Shropshire, has honored the spirit of country music legend Dolly Parton by giving away guitars to young female musicians. Alex Harris, proprietor of Big Al's Music Emporium, cited Parton's iconic status and personal kindness as inspiration for the initiative.
Parton's long-standing commitment to supporting young people globally motivated Harris to create similar opportunities locally. He initially planned to donate a small 3/4 guitar to a girl unable to purchase one herself. This act, announced on Facebook, unexpectedly garnered immense public attention.
The social media post received thousands of likes and shares, leading Harris to expand his efforts. He ultimately gifted three guitars and received significant community support, with donations including gig bags, tuners, and music books.
