On Saturday, January 30th 2010, many people from the community in and around Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, UK came together to learn and record a brand new song. The song had been written specially for the occasion by local musician Katie Elliott, who wanted to help raise money for and awareness of those suffering in the aftermath of the Haitian earthquake.

Thanks to the fantastic work of event organiser Stuart Bexon, recording engineer Martin Harvey and a team of other multi-talented volunteers, the song was recorded and approximately £250 was raised on the day.

People who heard the song liked it and were pleased with how it sounded. They thought that perhaps others anywhere and everywhere in the world might like to hear it, and if they did, might be inspired to make a donation to the people of Haiti, via the Disasters Emergency Committee. So they made it available for free download at www.katieelliott.com/wottonhelpshaiti . They also put up some photos and video footage of the event.

If you like the song and would like to support the people of Wotton raise as much money as they possibly can, please make a donation. Every one, however small, will make a difference.

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So please dig deep and donate now.