Michael Pollack and Billy Joel
In 2013, during a Q&A session at Vanderbilt University, where Billy Joel was participating, Michael Pollack, who was a student at the time, asked if he could accompany Billy Joel on piano for "New York State of Mind." To everyone's surprise, Billy Joel agreed. The performance was well-received and became quite popular online, showcasing Pollack's talent and leading to further opportunities in his music career.