The last time they had appeared on stage together was in 2002 during a memorial for another former Beatle, George Harrison, The New York Times said.
McCartney headlined Saturday's "Change Begins Within" benefit concert for the David Lynch Foundation and Starr joined his fellow former band mate for Beatles classics such as "With a Little Help from My Friends," The Times reported.
McCartney unveiled his new song "Cosmically Conscious," which was previously released as a partial excerpt on his 1993 album "Off the Ground."
Other performers at the benefit included Moby, Eddie Vedder, Sheryl Crow, Donovan, Bettye LaVette, Ben Harper and Mike Love.
The David Lynch Foundation is focused on promoting transcendental mediation teachings.
Copyright 2009 by United Press International.
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Thanks for this great article on the Paul McCartney concert. I was at the concert and it was beyond expectation - simply wonderful. And in support of the great cause to bring Transcendental Meditation to "at-risk" children in schools. I have been doing TM for many years and know first-hand of its great effect in reducing stress. Well done David Lynch, and thanks to all involved.
Transcendental Meditation Rocks the House
The concert was fantastic (and was recorded for PBS) as this cast of legendary musicians flowed through set after set of inspiring rock and roll with many artists making guest appearances on songs for others. During the many stage set ups David Lynch, Laura Dern, Howard Stern and Jerry Seinfeld added comments and comedy on the positive influence Transcendental Meditation has had in their lives. Background film clips of youngsters in schools around the world who practice TM gave us hope for a new era of peace and happiness. A charming and delightful evening that transcended all my expectations! http://www.tm.org
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