Pianist, whose home was destroyed by fire, rallied around by Toronto music community
So grateful to find this story:
Toronto-based pianist Richard Herriott got out of his flat just before it was completely engulfed in flames. Though he was lucky to escape with his life, everything in his apartment, including irreplaceable manuscripts of musical compositions, was destroyed.
Newly homeless and in shock, the entire community of musicians and music lovers rallied around him, and raised over $15,000 to get him back on his feet.
Richard Herriott:
"I just feel so fortunate that I can still be here to sort of appreciate it," he said.
"That's what's getting me through everything."
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/toronto-s-music-community-rallies-to-support-beloved-pianist-after-fire-destroys-his-home-1.5370525