Honoring the Remarkable Achievments of Vince Gill the Recording Academy Presented the Presidents Merit Award at a Special Invitation Only Event Held at the Loveless Barn in Nashville on Sept 9th 2009 Tribute Performances Included Alison Krausss Michael Mcdonald and Brad Paisley Special Appearances by Amy Grant and Steve Martin Along with the Award Presentation by Neil Portnow Presidentceo of the Recording Academy