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The Band, consisting of Levon Helm on drums, Rick Danko on bass, Garth Hudson on organ, Richard Manuel on keys, and Robbie Robertson on guitar, had been touring for 16 years before deciding to disband.

They held their final concert at The Winterland Theatre in San Francisco, and made rock music history by compiling one of the most legendary lineups of guest performers ever at one concert.

Held on Thanksgiving, November 26, 1976, the concert the audience was fed turkey dinner and there was ballroom dancing prior to the show.

The lineup for the night included:

• Ronnie Hawkins
• Michael McClure
• Dr. John
• Bobby Charles
• Neil Young
• Neil Diamond
• Joni Mitchell
• Paul Butterfield
• Muddy Waters
• Eric Clapton
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The Band also performed songs without guests, and informal jams also took place.

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