Jazz

Anna Laura Quinn

Sat, 01/13/24
New Orleans-based vocalist, bandleader, and arranger Anna Laura Quinn is known for her particular blend of contemporary jazz, reworked gems from the American Songbook, French and Brazilian music, and more, all delivered with style, sensitivity, emotional power, and a joie d... Read more

Andrew McLean

Sat, 01/13/24
The pioneer of “India-meets-New Orleans” music, native New Orleanian Andrew McLean performs on guitar, tabla drums, the Indian sarode and other instruments producing soulful concert experiences integrating various New Orleans genres and featured standout musicians in conver... Read more

Trombone Shorty

Sat, 12/16/23
Trombone Shorty is a tall force on the global musical landscape, from his powerhouse performances to his wide-ranging collaborations to his leadership as an educator and a philanthropist. Born Troy Andrews, the horn player earned his nickname when he played his first gig at... Read more

Detroit Brooks

Sat, 12/16/23
Guitarist and banjo player Detroit Brooks was born into a New Orleans musical family with deep roots in the Southern gospel traditions. His father, George A. Brooks, performed with the Masonic Kings, his brother Mark is a world-renowned bassist, while his sister Juanita tou... Read more

The New Orleans Klezmer All Stars

Sat, 12/16/23
The New Orleans Klezmer All Stars, led by accordionist Glenn Hartman, saxophonist Ben Ellman (from Galactic), and guitarist Jonathan Freilich, is an all-star collective of some of New Orleans’ best musicians. Founded in 1991, the Klezmers build on the centuries-old klezmer ... Read more

Gabrielle Cavassa

Sat, 12/16/23

Parallel Threads

Sat, 12/16/23
Parallel Threads (est. 2022) is an exciting new jazz/funk collaboration out of New Orleans, fusing classic vibes with eclectic international influences. The band features saxophonist Ole Oddlokken (Lilli Lewis Project, Noisewater, Will Vance & The Kinfolk), guitarist Jake K... Read more

Davell Crawford

Wed, 11/01/23
Davell Crawford, known as the "Piano Prince of New Orleans," is a multi-talented musician who has left an indelible mark on the world of music. His extraordinary musical journey is deeply rooted in his native New Orleans, where he developed a profound connection to rhythm a... Read more

Bill Summers

Wed, 11/01/23
Bill Summers is a distinguished and versatile percussionist and multi-instrumentalist whose remarkable career has left an indelible mark on the world of music. With expertise spanning jazz, funk, and world music, he has become a highly regarded figure in the music industry.... Read more

Joshua Gouzy

Wed, 11/01/23
A New Orleans native, Joshua Gouzy was raised in a family with four generations of musical heritage. He has played a variety of instruments throughout his life, and cultivated his early musical skills while playing "by ear" in his church band. Joshua is a graduate of Loyola... Read more

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