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A Song Can Change the World
27 October 2009 by Matthew Norman

The Bald Philanthropist puts into practice the art of creating a positive change in humankind by bringing together those who want to give, and those who need to receive.

The Bald Philanthropist (a.k.a. Matthew Norman) is committed to using his photography as well as playing music in order to raise funds for humanitarian organizations around the world.

To read a short biography of Matt, click here

To read the most significant (and peaceful) blog online, go here

  1. Hey, Matt!
    I forgot to say congratulations on changing from naked philanthropist to bald philanthropist! Way to put on clothes! Please don’t ever wear a hat.
    Looking forward to photos that are coming soon I am.
    — Jeff    Oct 11, 08:58 AM    #
  2. Hey Matt! When you’re in the Twin Cities I’ve got a great charity for you. An Outreach Program (run through the Northeast Family YMCA and yours truly) needs a bus to go on a fieldtrip. The program participants are children and families from low-income housing in the area. We have a trip donated, but alas we have no money for transportation. We’d love to give these kids a fun Christmas Break. (:
    — Becky Lewis    Oct 20, 08:05 PM    #
  3. Grosso mono! La verdad es que esta vez te pasaste. Con la excusa de la caridad lográs que toda la gente te banque cantando toda la noche, jajaja.
    Sos un genio, te adoro.
    Ani
    — Anibal    Oct 29, 06:45 AM    #
  4. what anibal said.
    also – every once in a while a site like this comes along. this is one of those sites.
    — Jeff    Oct 30, 08:34 AM    #
  5. Matt,
    It was an honor to play with you at A&G in October. It was great getting my musical side kicked off with a great performance. Stay in touch and hook me up with some tips once in a while. Hope to hear from you soon!
    — Aubrey Pendegraft    Oct 30, 05:51 PM    #
  6. Aubrey. Believe me, the honor was entirely mine!. You have a beautiful voice, a great repetoire, and an unparalleled dedication to music. I can still hardly believe that you are half my age! It somehow doesn’t seem fair. Anyway, I promise to contact when I get back (or near) to Creston. Keep learning those Dixie Chicks songs, so you can teach me more next time!
    — Matt    Oct 30, 05:59 PM    #
  7. I smile every time I learn of a new path that your life is taking you. You are indeed doing your part in healing the world! Go forth my son and spread your message through music! Mom
    — Momma    Nov 9, 07:22 PM    #
  8. hey matt! good to see that you found a way to bring the world some of your good energy. i hope i’ll get to see you perform one day!
    what’s the status on the pictures? i’m DYING to see those pictures from greece :-D
    — martin    Nov 23, 09:35 AM    #
  9. hello martin. i promise that the photos will be up by the end of the month. so on december 1, check the website. as for you seeing a performance, well… i probably wont be in iceland anytime soon, but if you were were to come to the states, i would be glad to perform at a city of your choice. (that’s also a promise.)
    — Matt    Nov 23, 05:28 PM    #
  10. Matt! You were A-mazing at Caffeine Dreams! We really enjoyed your talents…glad to see you are working towards a great cause. Can’t wait to see you on the 17th! (Maybe John will have Radiohead down better…ha!). Thanks a lot!
    — Sydney    Nov 25, 11:49 PM    #
  11. Matt – Great site. Been meaning to check it out for quite some time, but am about as timely about exploring the Internet as I am about returning emails. Everythings a go for the 9th at the Boathouse. We’ll even do some PR for ya. Great idea with this site, man. Wish more people had your generous nature and charitable heart! Take care.
    — Jk    Nov 28, 12:20 PM    #
  12. Oh dear Matt… Every day since Jilly got her groove back, I think of you. I am inspired by your goodness, and appreciative of your friendship. When the great James Taylor said Shed a Little light oh Lord…. He was asking for you!

    Keep Shedding that light!
    — Jilly    Dec 13, 08:02 AM    #
  13. Pretty cool site, Matt. I tried to post last night, but I don’t think it worked…so if I’m repeating, please forgive. That picture of Bob is really cool.(#811) Makes you want to ask him what he’s thinking about even though you already know the answer would be, “Professional wrestling just isn’t what it used to be. Why do they hit each other with chairs?” I love that guy.
    — Bryan    Feb 23, 05:47 PM    #
  14. Gracias Bryan. You know, if there’s one person that I aspire to be like, it’s Bob Norman. I know of no other man that can laugh at even the dullest of situations. His tombstone should read, “He lived a lot, laughed a lot, and played some golf.” Thanks again for the comments. Let’s play some Neil Young the next time I’m in Newton.
    — Matt    Feb 27, 09:50 PM    #
  15. hey matt, you funky thing. nice to see you the other day. don’t forget to send a demo for the cafe. it was great to play music with you. next time we’ll play tiddly-winks. keep using your powers for good. this is a friend’s email, by the way.
    — sarah n    Feb 28, 09:26 AM    #
  16. just read your bio…very cultured! gotta say, I’m a little jealous of all the travel exposure. can’t wait to hear you play at the Foundry!!!!
    — nicole    May 10, 05:27 PM    #
  17. just think…naked audience, naked audience, naked audience. Can’t we think of another idea, wait…instead of being all naked, lets have them with just underwear. At least they are a little covered.
    — Aubrey    Jun 7, 10:10 AM    #
  18. Hey, music man! You should play at the foundry this weekend for Benson days… Can’t wait to have you play some more Jack Johnson for me…hope your practicing!
    Keep on creating beautiful music.
    — nicole    Jun 7, 04:45 PM    #
  19. Glad to see your philanthropic shows continue! When are you back in Colorado?
    — amber in denver    Aug 16, 12:44 PM    #
  20. matt,
    just thought i’d recommend a couple of artists: brett dennen and amos lee. hope all your dreams are coming true, except the ones that make you pee the bed. love, sarah
    — sarah nevins    Jan 30, 03:13 PM    #
  21. Great site, Matt!! I love your pictures! Can’t wait next photoshow!
    — akiko    Sep 28, 11:29 PM    #
  22. Great site and am proud of what you are doing with your life. We miss seeing you. Time for POKER!!!!
    — Ron    Nov 16, 11:25 AM    #
  23. Hi there. I found and browsed your page through a mutual friend. I just wanted to say, your pictures are AMAZING!
    — Marshal G.    Dec 9, 03:32 AM    #
  24. Thanks Marshal (and friend in common) for the comment. Be looking for new photos in about three months, as I’m traveling internationally again in early February – six countries in eight days. Hopefully, I will remember my camera charger this time…
    — Matt    Dec 11, 03:51 PM    #
  25. Hey Matt—Just got back to Des Moines from your venue at Creston. I was one of the girls who sang with you the last part of your show. Us girls really had a great time!! Next time I am in Omaha I will give you an email and make sure to get to Natural Kind Cafe!! Great show and what a great humanitarian you are. I hope I helped you raise some money for your refugee camps in Darfur and Afganistan. Good Luck on your hike!!! Take care.
    Allison
    — Allison King    Apr 27, 03:03 AM    #
  26. Matt: I sure did enjoy visiting with you at the art fair. You are one special, talented, gifted, and positive dude! I hope I see you again somewhere else.
    — Jay-Dee    Sep 8, 12:00 PM    #
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