His mother said, "The look of surprise, as well as the emotion from Richard and all those present, was worth the weeks of preparation for this event."

After singing "happy birthday," and recounting priceless memories, the group led Richard across the hall to the choir room where the Steinway was located and asked him to perform a mini-concert. As he sat down at the piano, he said, "I love this piano. It is the greatest instrument ever created."

After the concert, and much to his surprise, Richard's parents and the two present ministers of Ramah presented him with the piano as his very own.

"The emotional moment will always be imprinted on the minds and hearts of everyone present," Mrs. Bobo said, "and Richard can hardly wait to have the Steinway moved into his home."