Willie Nelson Comes To The Van Wezel, Tix On Salw 12/10

Willie Nelson added at the VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL for Thursday, February 17 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, December 10.

Willie Nelson is a contemporary cowboy--a rough and tough charmer with a sense of humor about the mischief he makes and a good dose of compassion. In the last week, the 77 year-old received a 2011 Grammy nomination for Best Americana Album. Singer, songwriter, actor and philanthropist, Willie Nelson has written more than 2500 songs and released close to 300 albums. He has transcended musical genres and remained relevant through five decades, performing with iconic artists like Johnny Cash and Snoop Dogg.

Willie Nelson is not only one of the most talented and prolific musicians of our time, but also one of the most outspoken. He is one of the original organizers of The Farm Aid benefit concert to support family farmers and has been of major proponent of the development of biodiesel and alternative fuels.