NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Alan Jackson, Martina McBride and George Strait were among the country stars on the bill for Nashville's contribution to a weekend of high-powered benefit concerts to aid terrorist victims.

"A lot of people suffered a lot," said Strait. "A lot of people are still suffering. I know a lot of people wish they could help in some way, but really don't know how. This is a little way that I can help."

The Country Music Television cable network planned to air the Country Freedom Concert from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. EDT. More than 700 radio stations around the world were to broadcast it.

Also on the bill were Tim McGraw, Hank Williams Jr., Vince Gill, George Jones, Clint Black, Trisha Yearwood, Earl Scruggs, Brooks & Dunn, Lonestar, Lee Ann Womack and Sara Evans.

Tickets for the show ranged from $25 to $1,000. Money also was raised through a toll-free telephone number for donations.

Proceeds will go to the Salvation Army. The organization's Disaster Relief Fund has provided more than 2.5 million meals to rescue workers in Washington and New York.

It is also providing financial help for families affected by the suicide hijackings that killed thousands.

Another benefit, the eight-hour United We Stand concert starring Michael Jackson, was scheduled Sunday in Washington. The Concert for New York City on Saturday night featured Paul McCartney, The Who, Billy Joel and Mick Jagger.