Experience a night of soulful music and community spirit with jazz great Will Downing in St. Louis.
Please join The Eta Boule Foundation for our 7th annual concert, featuring Will Downing!
The Eta Boule Foundation is hosting a captivating evening with renowned jazz artist Will Downing, promising a night filled with soulful music and community spirit in St. Louis. This event is set to attract music lovers and altruistic attendees alike, as it combines the thrilling experience of a live performance with the rewarding feeling of contributing to community-based causes. Known for his smooth and sophisticated vocals, Will Downing is expected to deliver a performance that will resonate with audiences long after the final note has been played.
This concert isn’t just about music—it’s a celebration of community and generosity. The Eta Boule Foundation has a rich history of philanthropy, and this event will further its mission to support local initiatives in St. Louis. Attendees can enjoy a night of world-class jazz while making a difference in their community. It promises to be an unforgettable evening that echoes the foundation’s commitment to service, collaboration, and cultural enrichment. Whether you’re a jazz aficionado or just seeking a fun night out with a positive impact, this is the event for you.
- Date: May 17, 2025
- Doors: 6pm
- Venue: Sheldon
- On Sale: Buy Tickets Now
- Tickets: $151 VIP | $76 Balcony
About Will Downing
With a career that spans over 37 years and 27 albums, Will Downing is one of the most versatile and loved voices of our time. Known as The Prince of Sophisticated Soul, his repertoire consists of signature interpretations of R&B classics like “I Go Crazy,” “Wishing On A Star” and “I Try,” with original hits “A Million Ways,” “Sorry I” and the show-stopping duet with Rachelle Ferrell, “Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This.”
His distinctive baritone voice has resonated in the hearts of women world-wide and carved a unique niche in the music marketplace. With fresh melodies and lush arrangements that satisfy all musical palates, Downing continues to serve his fan base through his own Sophisticated Soul record label and sold out tour dates across the country.
His latest release entitled “Soul Rising” was released on November 29, 2023. He also hosts his weekly radio show The Wind Down which is aired on this site and over 20 stations around the world in the USA, UK, Japan, and Spain.
About Eta Boule Foundation
Our mission is to inspire and support young black male achievement in the St. Louis region, by supporting and executing initiatives and programs that benefit young black males, their families and the community. Our objective is to help strengthen the African American community and the St. Louis region.
The Eta Boulé of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity was incorporated in 1912 as a local member of the national Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity. Since that time, it has consistently supported community improvement efforts in the St. Louis region. In 2016, it established the Eta Boulé Foundation (EBF), as its non-profit arm, to assist in raising funds to help support its community outreach activities.
There are currently seventy (70+) members of the Fraternity who are outstanding men of achievement in the St. Louis region. (All members not shown in photo below) Members help support EBF by volunteering and by providing annual leadership donations ranging from $1,000-$10,000.
Eta Boulé Foundation is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit incorporated in the state of Missouri.
Learn more. Visit: https://www.ebfstl.org/
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