BIBLE
• Certified Lay Minister: Louisiana Conference of the United Methodist Church (Acadiana District)
• Professional Certification – Spiritual Direction/Spiritual Formation: Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary (Chicago)
• The Living School for Action and Contemplation: Richard Rohr, OFM Charter Class 2013 (Albuquerque)
• Centering Prayer Practitioner – Contemplative Outreach: Fr. Thomas Keating (Snowmass)
• Graduate Degree: Master of Pastoral Studies: Loyola Institute for Ministry (New Orleans)
• Undergraduate Degree: Liberal Arts – Philosophy: University of Louisiana (Lafayette)
• High School: Immaculata Seminary (Lafayette)
BLUES
Louisiana Blues Hall of Fame – Honorary Member
(2003) Baton Rouge
- Johnny Sandlin -Capricorn Records/Allman Brothers
- Capricorn Rhythm Section
- Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section
David Hood/Roger Hawkins - Muscle Shoals Horns
- Bobby Charles
- Bonnie Bramlett/Bekka Bramlett
- Oteil Burbridge
- Paul Hornsby
- Sonny Landreth
- Michael Doucet
- Randall Bramblett
- Gatemouth Brown
Over 10,000 Albums Sold
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“A melting pot of swamp rock, blues, funk and roots rock. Walter Jr. serves up the entire menu with a healthy dose of Cajun Spice and Southern Flair. These are songs that could only be written by someone who has traveled many roads of love and life.”
Michael Cote / Blues Revue
“The Lafayette native brews up a compelling gumbo of swamp pop and roadhouse blues…quintessential sounds from the swamps of Southern Louisiana.”
Bill Milkowski / Jazz Times
“Louisiana Soul” lives up to its title through a mixture of South Louisiana – inspired roadhouse blues and swamp pop with an affinity for the warm Muscle Shoals sounds of the late 60’s… sounds like early ZZ Top with its stomping attitude and funky string bending.”
Scott Jordan / Gambit Weekly
“As versatile and balanced as the Bayou State itself, Walter Jr. provides lyrical and rhythmic instructions on how to authentically rock in Creole country, capturing the spirit and sounds that permeate the Gulf Coast.”
Emily Parks / Hittin’ The Note
“Louisiana’s finest serves up more great, funky music with guitar rhythms and solos from the soul. The only difference this time is the material is sacred. His playing and vocals make you a believer. A true treasure.”
John Heidt / Vintage Guitar
