EDIT: Since this was published, Liz seems to be recovering, and is appreciative for all of those who donated to her medical expenses and sent warm thoughts. I will leave the post up, but delete the donation links as they have closed.
If you’ve ever loved Liz’s music, now is the time to come through for her.
“Pianist/composer, three-time Grammy nominee, LIZ STORY, (Windham Hill recording artist) is undergoing emergency brain surgery.
She was diagnosed with bilateral subdural hematomas which are putting so much pressure on her brain, that, once on stage, she could not remember how to play the piano at a performance Friday night at the MIM (Musical Instrument Museum) in Phoenix, AZ.”
Like many artists, she has no health insurance and has spent years caring for others.
My dear friend, pianist/composer, three-time Grammy nominee, LIZ STORY, (Windham Hill recording artist) is undergoing emergency brain surgery this morning after being diagnosed with bilateral subdural hematomas which are putting so much pressure on her brain, that, once on stage, she could not remember how to play the piano at a performance Friday night at the MIM (Musical Instrument Museum) in Phoenix, AZ. Rest assured exceptional neurosurgeons are doing all they can to help Liz and we remain hopeful of a positive outcome.
Liz’s husband died due to complications from injuries he sustained after being struck in a rear-end collision.
Liz then selflessly left her home and music studio in Prescott, AZ for 6 years, to single-handedly care for her parents in Los Angeles, both of whom suffered from dementia, and who passed in their late 90s. Liz has never financially recovered from the loss of her husband and subsequent debt, and from her absence from her work, in order to care for her parents. She really could use all the help she could possibly have! Hopefully, she’ll be able to use a debt payoff planner to help her with sorting through her debts and keeping on top of them.
As is true for many musicians, she has no health insurance; and, her home became severely run down in her absence; she hasn’t been in a position, financially, to repair the plumbing, broken refrigerator and various other major problems so there are multiple ways in which you can donate to her fundraisers on the likes of GoFundMe as well as other platforms. She paid a contractor thousands to work on her house while she was in Los Angeles caring for her parents, only to find shoddy, sub-standard work when she returned.
If you can find it in your hearts to help, no donation is too great, or too small.
Thank you for taking the time to read this, and for your generosity.
would you be so kind to forward this message Liz Story.” I am a friend from long ago. My name is Michael Coit, and i moved with Liz, to Santa Monica California, Culver city when you lived on Gerard ST. I was to be your first bass player but things did not work out because i was to full of my self. (smile) I am only saying all of this, in the hopes that you will recognize me. You were married to attorney Terry Fralliche. So with this information it is my hope that, you will give me a call at 716- 606-0943. i hope to hear from you soon. Plus i found one of your albums and found it to be extraordinary and I am so very proud of you. God Bless.
I just found out about Liz Story’s difficulties (May 2020). I am deeply saddened and I would like to help. However, it appears the fundraiser has been closed for nearly a year. Is there a way that I can send a donation directly to her?
I too have been a fan of her music since 1995…I’d love to help out… Chip
Hi, I am attempting to spread the word about Liz’ needs but cannot find means by which to donate or even send sincere well wishes, prayers, positive energy… Please let us know where and how we can helo.
Hello – I just TODAY learned of Liz’ story….and would like to help/donate. Is there a way? She is absolutely one of my favorite artists of all time, and I still listen to her music daily. I’d love to help!
My brothers and sisters have known Liz Stoehr since we were children.She was named after my mom Jeanne Elizabeth Fallon.We wish her all the best and hopefully she and her brothers and sister are doing well.Please give her our regards.
Liz are you OK? I just found out about your medical situation. How can I help still? Your music on Windham was part of my college years (saw your performance at Virginia Tech back in ’88ish) and between you and Tim Story, I grew found of “New Age” music.
I was just listening to circus ponies Feb 2021 when I read about her troubles. Long time fan and always loved her for many years. Both my wife and I were very saddened to hear about her troubles. What can I do now to help. I also. Am in a bad way , but whatever I can do I would like to do. How is she now since a year and a half have gone by ?
This is so hard for me to even comprehend at his moment. I have come to know of this music, words, ? and absolute command of this instrument, in her hands. While being a lover of all types of music hers was new to me as of 5 years ago. They the r/b recording artist’s version of Liz Story’s “lifetime” tune. I was taking aback, ????? I to suffer from an injury to my brain from an auto crash, semi-truck, head on?14 years ago. STILL, I wonder about it. So it’s very close to my ❤️ about the situation. Hopefully I can help in whatever capacity.
Hi Liz, may hope and healing be at your side, and your healing music will give back 100 fold back to you, I thank the Lord Jesus, for you, Liz Story, Did you know that King David fashioned all the Musical Instruments for the musicians that were part of David Army. My heart was saddened that My People- (some born again christians) were very wrong-that new age music was evil, There Blindness made them very wrong, Unfortunately I am Born Again, I am really sorry that some hurt you with criticism that is evil. Liz all of your music came from the Throne of God and will return back to throne of Gods Grace with abundance of Gods mercy to those who have ears that hear what the Spirit of God is speaking. The blessing is you know this, and I have ears to Hear.
May Healing follow you all the Day of your Life, Your Life Songs have healed me.
Thank you
Peter J. Vouaux
I discovered Liz Story’s music on Pandora about 5 years ago and have become an ardent fan of her beautiful music. She lives in my home state of Arizona. I pray for her complete recovery from surgery and financial problems. May God’s blessings be with you always, Liz!