The inaugural Art of Music event was held on Friday 6 October 2006 and was an incredible evening. As well as raising over $170,000, it also raised the profile of music therapy due to the calibre of artists, performers and sponsors who attended.  Special guests included the artists themselves, as well as singers and songwriters from the music industry.  The entertainment included a performance by Iva Davies, a performance by the Sydney Children's Choir of The Ship Song by Nick Cave, a message and performance via international link from Neil Finn, and an impromptu performance of Khe Sanh by Nordoff-Robbins Ambassador Jimmy Barnes, accompanied by Iva Davies. Jenny Morris hosted the evening with great aplomb, Justin Miller of Sotheby's conducted the auction of the paintings with great style and a fantastic night was had by all.