Laura Bishop (sworn) 121 Holly Park, Holly Springs, NC, pointed out she is as mother, educator, writer and a friend of the Padgetts.  She stated she has taken music lessons from Ms. Padgett.  She has attended some of the house concerts.  She pointed out the Padgett house is not like the RBC Center and does not provide that type venue.  It is a very intimate setting for a concert.  She stated she had done concerts at the house.  She pointed out the concerts help educate and inspire people and help unity a community.  She stated it is amazing to sit and listen to the talented musicians and have performers so close.  Ms. Bishop pointed out she had attended Bible studies that have been wilder than the house concerts.  She talked about the concerts being something of beauty, particularly in times of recession when people cannot afford high priced concert tickets.  It is great to be able to sit and listen to music.  She pointed out the Padgetts do not make any money off of the events and they are a lot of work.  She and her husband have helped clean up, move chairs, etc. to set up and clean up after concerts.  She stated she feels the community is very fortunate to have someone do this type activity and to have the experience of being a student of Ms. Padgett and attend her house concerts.