Apologies for the unintended suspense! I thought I posted both sides of this conversation, here you go:
LARRY: “No, not directly involved. This is a new Nektar with the original rhythm section but otherwise new players since my era. If schedule permits, I could go to New York, but it looks like some of their January shows fall during the winter NAMM convention. Probably depends on which coast I'm on. Thanks for asking.”