September 29, 2025 I Philanthropy
Brighton Music Center Hosts ‘Harmony for Hope’ Fundraiser
Noah and Richard Schiemer
On Sept. 13, Brighton Music Center held “Harmony for Hope — Live Music & Fundraiser,” an event created to support Noah Schiemer, the eldest son of Brighton owners Beth and Richard Schiemer, following his diagnosis with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. The fundraiser, which will become an annual tradition, aims to raise money for UPMC The Hillman Cancer Center in the Shadyside neighborhood.
The MI industry showed overwhelming support, with companies, including Gator, Dean Guitars, Washburn Guitars, Blackstar, On-Stage, Zildjian, Conn-Selmer, NUX and CA House Music donating raffle items. Many of the vendors know Noah through his regular attendance at The NAMM Show in Anaheim, California, and reached out immediately after learning of his diagnosis to offer support.
The event featured performances by local acts, including Concrete Soul, Dave Parker, The Extractions, J Roger Davis and IntEruptions, all longtime customers of Brighton Music Center. The opening performance was given by chorus instructor Liz Damp, a regular at the local community theater.
In addition to live music, a bake sale organized by one of Brighton’s elementary music educators and a booth from a locally-owned brewery helped raise funds. Brighton Music Center reported that the event raised more than $10,000 for Noah’s treatment and care.
