Dr. John & the Lower 911 with the Blind Boys of Alabama


DR. JOHN & THE LOWER 911 WITH THE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA

Dr. John & the Lower 911 with the Blind Boys of Alabama

Thursday, November 8, 7:30PM, Concert Hall
Be ready to be on your feet and making a joyful noise when Dr. John & The Lower 911 with The Blind Boys of Alabama bring a touch of New Orleans to Amherst with a program of “Spirituals to Funk.” Under the direction of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Dr. John, the world premiere of Spirituals to Funk represents the first-ever touring partnership between two icons of American music. Dr. John & The Lower 911 and The Blind Boys of Alabama will build on this legacy synonymous with their “Big Easy” style. Based on the legendary Carnegie Hall concerts produced by John Hammond in the 1930s, this version of Spirituals to Swing features an integrated show that explores the connections between gospel, blues, and jazz. We don’t need to say anything else except get your tickets early!


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$40, $35, $15
; FC, GCC, STCC and 17 & under $10


9 Replies to “Dr. John & the Lower 911 with the Blind Boys of Alabama”

  1. Holy cow! The smashing together of “House of the Rising Sun” and “Amazing Grace” was seismic! This concert made me REALLY happy! I’m still smiling.

  2. LOVED the “House of the Rising Sun” version of “Amazing Grace”! Followed closely by “Glory. Glory Hallelujah” and “Iko Iko.” Great ‘bone player and guitarist, too, and funky shuffling from the Dr. And Jimmy Carter can still sing with the best of them–and hold a note for a long time.

  3. Honest to God, I loved the whole show. I was mezmerized. “Such A Night” was as good as the “Last Waltz,” version. The Dr. still got it. The Four Blind Boys sure are super showmen. Couple of guys I wouldn’t mind seeing would be a repeat of a show I saw in Enfield Ct. a few summers ago. Al Anderson and Delbert McClinton.

  4. This was one of those rare shows whose impact will continue to resonate long after the final song was played. I don’t think I’ll ever be able to forget the haunting vocals on Amazing Grace or the trombone-led funk rhythms on Revolution. The emotions of the performance ranged from melancholy to hopeful to downright spiritually uplifting to just plain danceable fun! The bottom line is we collectively witnessed a musical event of historical significance and should all feel better off for it. I know I do…

  5. Amazing show – All of the musicians were unbelievable, best show I’ve seen in years! Brought my 17 year old daughter who is a talented and aspiring R&B/Jazz singer – she got her socks blown off! Sarah Morrow on Trombone was out of this world. @Michael B, ditto to what you said! Grateful to have been in the audience.

  6. don’t forget “Revolution” and “Spirit in the Sky”. What a great combination of two legends!!! I’m so glad I was there. Ditto to “Amazing Grace” – LOVED IT!!!!!!!

  7. What a great concert! My only negative comment…couldn’t Dr. John have had a real piano? The Blind Boys of Alabama almost make me a believer.

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