Taylor Swift, Blake Shelton, Kris Kristofferson and The Band Perry Items up for Auction

Since 1988, the GRAMMY Foundation has been working to "cultivate the understanding, appreciation and advancement of the contribution of recorded music to American culture — from the artistic and technical legends of the past to the still unimagined musical breakthroughs of future generations of music professionals." The Foundation partners with The Recording Academy all year to bring national attention to important issues like music and arts education and preserving our rich cultural and music heritage.

Musicians from all genres frequently donate items that are auctioned off to bring in funding. These items are currently up for auction ...

Taylor Swift Signed Red CD
(Auction ends May 22, 2014 12:02:01 PDT)

Taylor took a moment to autograph this copy of her hit album Red while backstage during rehearsals for her performance at the 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards held on Jan. 26, 2014.

Blake Shelton Signed Based on a True Story CD
(Auction ends May 22, 2014 12:03:01 PDT)

Blake signed this copy of his hit album while backstage at rehearsals for his performance with country legends Merle Haggard, Kris Kristofferson and Willie Nelson at the 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards held on Jan. 26, 2014

Kris Kristofferson Signed Vintage Vinyl The Silver Tongued Devil and I
(Auction ends May 22, 2014 12:11:01 PDT)

This was Kristofferson’s second studio release (1971) and the one that started Kristofferson's career as a recording artist in his own right. The album was a huge success and lead Kristofferson to a GRAMMY win for Best Country Song.

The Band Perry has several concert/meet & greet opportunities for auction where fans can see them up close and personal. (Note: The winner is solely responsible for accommodations, meals and transportation to and from the event/venue.)

• The Band Perry Concert & Meet & Greet for Two in Cary, NC on July 13 - (Auction ends May 22, 2014 12:20:01 PDT)

• The Band Perry Concert & Meet & Greet for Two in Vienna, VA on August 28 - (Auction ends May 22, 2014 12:21:01 PDT)

• The Band Perry Concert & Meet & Greet for Two in Richmond, VA on July 12 - (Auction ends May 22, 2014 12:23:01 PDT)

• The Band Perry Concert & Meet & Greet for Two in Gilford, NH on August 3 - (Auction ends May 22, 2014 12:24:01 PDT)

• The Band Perry Concert & Meet & Greet for Two in Austin, TX on June 20  - (Auction ends May 22, 2014 12:26:01 PDT)

Signed Takamine Acoustic Guitar
(Auction ends May 22, 2014 12:37:01 PDT)

The ebony guitar (with a gig bag) was signed by Hunter Hayes, Kris Kristofferson, Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson and 9 other arists.