Master of Ceremonies, comedian Norm Crosby, presided over the event that featured special honors for Sam Moore, Muhammad Ali, Steve Martin, Brad and Janet Anderson and Harvey Mackay.

Eight-year-old violinist Brianna Kahane opened the event performing a captivating 30-minute solo set – on a mere 1/4-size violin – including everything from "Csardas" by V. Monti to a medley of "Over the Rainbow" and Queen's classic "Bohemian Rhapsody." This, coupled with her performance – donning a pair of dark shades – to a standing ovation with legendary Sam Moore on his Grammy-winning classic "Soul Man," helped the event raise a record $7.5 million to further advance the foundation's goal to fit every financially needy child and adult in the world with a hearing aid.

Former President Bill Clinton, keynote speaker and special guest at the gala, opened his remarks rubbing his forehead in disbelief following Brianna's performance saying, "Wow.... If I could have played saxophone the way Brianna plays violin, I'd have gone into a different line of work." President Clinton went on to tell an admiring crowd that he was thrilled to have the opportunity to see and hear the legendary Sam Moore perform "Soul Man" one more time, fondly reflecting on his love for Sam and his classic tune.