St. Louis, November 29, 2005 – In his first benefit concert and CD release for the “Make-A-Wish Foundation,” Al Hammerman presents: All New Songs on Tuesday, February 7, 2006 at the Sheldon Concert Hall in St. Louis. Although Hammerman has composed for many years, his music is now accessible to the public for the first time. Accompanied by his orchestra, Hammerman presents a collection of original songs with performances from well-recognized area artists. Arvell Keithley, Alan Oxenhandler and Phil Loder perform, in addition to a special guest appearance by New York ingénue, Caroline Gallagher. With songs touted as instant classics of "The Great American Song Book" style, listeners can now hear Hammerman’s work on RED 97.1 FM TALK and KMOX AM 1120.

Perhaps better known to date as Dr. Albert Hammerman, Al continues his longtime service to the St. Louis community as a local radiologist. He also teaches a popular undergraduate course at Washington University titled "Medical Imaging of the Human Body."

Tickets are 100% tax deductible and each ticket includes a complimentary CD, raffle ticket(s) and a post-concert wine and cheese reception. Select from three different ticket levels: Wish Patron ($35) + 1 raffle ticket, Wish Supporter ($55) + 2 raffle tickets, Wish Star ($75) + 3 raffle tickets. To purchase tickets, call (314) 567-5090, or visit www.alhammerman.com.

For more information about the event, call the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro St. Louis at (314) 918-WISH or visit www.sheldonconcerthall.org. All profits from the concert ticket sales directly benefit The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro St. Louis. The foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy.