The online tour information service Pollstar has added a listing indicating that pianist and singer Dr. John (pictured) and his fellow New Orleans natives and "first family of funk" the Neville Brothers will be performing at the Sheldon Concert Hall on February 12, 2009.Since February is when the Sheldon usually has one of their major benefit concerts for the year - the 2008 event featured Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra - it seems possible, perhaps even likely, that the good Doctor and the Nevilles may be coming to St. Louis for the 2009 edition of the fund-raising event. Also, given the popularity of New Orleans music in St. Louis, this double bill would certainly be a good draw for a major event such as a benefit gala. Dr. John last appeared here at the 2006 St. Louis Jazz and Heritage Festival, while the Nevilles have been relatively frequent visitors to the Gateway City for more that 20 years, most recently as the headliners for Jazz St. Louis' 2007 fundraiser.
Of course, plans can change, and, as always, any information disseminated by Pollstar should not be considered official until confirmed by the venue. If and when such confirmation comes from the Sheldon, we'll have the news for you right here.
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