When Leo Nocentelli, the legendary guitarist from the Meters, moved back to town after decades in Los Angeles, he told interviewers not to expect too many local performances. This Saturday night, the funk master is providing something completely different. He will be offering his services as both a teacher and a musician to an intimate group at the famed 100-year-old theater in the French Quarter.
Given Nocentelli’s freewheeling nature as a musician, it’s likely to be a one of a kind event, which is formally billed as, “Dickie Brennan & Co. Presents an Intimate Musical Education Evening with Leo Nocentelli.” Brennan is the famed restaurateur whose business is invested in the theater as well as the adjoining restaurant, Tableau.
Joining Nocentelli on stage will be drummer Jamal Batiste and bassist Nick Daniels. Vocalists Rockin’ Dopsie Jr., Darcy Malone, Margie Perez, and Don Bartholomew are on board as well. Eric Paulsen of WWL-TV Channel 4 News will be the host for the evening.
In a press release, Nocentelli promises to perform, lecture, demonstrate, and engage with the audience while showcasing his mastery of the guitar. He will also discuss the art of sampling, the music business, music publishing, songwriters’ rights, copyrights, and more.
The doors open at 7:30 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Discount tickets are available to students and all tickets can be purchased here.
