NOV

2026 JGI Jazz Cohort Fellow, Victor Campbell is a young jazz piano player hailing from Camagüey, Cuba. His compelling style combines virtuosity, whimsy, charisma and technical prowess. Notably, it is just plain fun to watch Victor perform. He started playing piano at age 5 and went on to train at Cuba’s National School of the Arts. He has since played all over the United States, and internationally. Victor first visited New Orleans in 2012 as a teenager, part of an exchange program with the Louis Armstrong Summer Jazz Camp. That visit changed his life and in 2019 Victor decided to move to New Orleans. He has been feverishly studying all styles of New Orleans music ever since, and incorporating it into his own musical language. He can effortlessly transition from a blues solo, to a Cuban timba montuno, and then right into a classical piano selection. In a 2019 interview, the great Chucho Valdés predicted that, “Victor will revolutionize Cuban jazz piano.”

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After performing as a featured new artist at several CubaNOLA showcases, Victor now has several New Orleans-based bands and collaborations, including his high-energy big band Timba Swamp, and is a fervent leader of the city’s growing Cuba-New Orleans fusion renaissance scene, which also includes collaborations with the Cuban funk phenomenon, Cimafunk, and New Orleans legends like Delfeayo Marsalis’ Uptown Jazz Orchestra. Most recently, he was recruited by renowned musical director Raphael Saadiq to play piano on the Oscar-nominated soundtrack for 2025’s Academy Award-winning film by director Ryan Coogler, "SINNERS.”

This evening, Victor performs one of his acclaimed solo piano shows.

*This performance is no cover!

2026 JGI Jazz Cohort Fellow, Victor Campbell is a young jazz piano player hailing from Camagüey, Cuba. His compelling style combines virtuosity, whimsy, charisma and technical prowess. Notably, it is just plain fun to watch Victor perform. He started playing piano at age 5 and went on to train at Cuba’s National School of the Arts. He has since played all over the United States, and internationally. Victor first visited New Orleans in 2012 as a teenager, part of an exchange program with the Louis Armstrong Summer Jazz Camp. That visit changed his life and in 2019 Victor decided to move to New Orleans. He has been feverishly studying all styles of New Orleans music ever since, and incorporating it into his own musical language. He can effortlessly transition from a blues solo, to a Cuban timba montuno, and then right into a classical piano selection. In a 2019 interview, the great Chucho Valdés predicted that, “Victor will revolutionize Cuban jazz piano.”

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After performing as a featured new artist at several CubaNOLA showcases, Victor now has several New Orleans-based bands and collaborations, including his high-energy big band Timba Swamp, and is a fervent leader of the city’s growing Cuba-New Orleans fusion renaissance scene, which also includes collaborations with the Cuban funk phenomenon, Cimafunk, and New Orleans legends like Delfeayo Marsalis’ Uptown Jazz Orchestra. Most recently, he was recruited by renowned musical director Raphael Saadiq to play piano on the Oscar-nominated soundtrack for 2025’s Academy Award-winning film by director Ryan Coogler, "SINNERS.”

This evening, Victor performs one of his acclaimed solo piano shows.

*This performance is no cover!

On the streets of New Orleans, where brass bands play every Sunday for weekly second line parades, it’s not unusual for one brass band to catch the ear of the streets and dominate the second line season. Not long after their founding in 2017, the Big 6 Brass Band had the streets on lock. Their mixtape, which has made the rounds in the second line community, features covers of songs by Michael Jackson, Fantasia, and SZA, among others. Unsatisfied with playing only “radio tunes,” their song catalog runs deep into brass band history as they breathe new life into time-honored traditional tunes like “Red Dress” and “Lilly of the Valley.” Their debut album, Big Six, was released on June 24, 2019 on all streaming platforms. A thirteen-song tour through their original music, it’s an instant classic including hits like “Go Down,” and “On the Run.”

The band’s all-star lineup is comprised of some of the most talented young brass band musicians in the city. Though the band is relatively young, their pedigree reveals a wealth of experience as their roster includes current and former members of Rebirth, The Stooges, Hot 8, TBC, and Da Truth brass bands. Though their music maintains ties to the tradition from which they come, they are very much the vanguard of the brass band scene. Their sound, which combines smooth R&B with the rough and ready sound of the streets, is, more than any other band, representative of the sound of contemporary New Orleans brass band music.

Catch them tonight at Celebration Hall next to the historic Autocrat Social Aid & Pleasure Club for their Sunday night residency, squarely in the 7th Ward.

Cash or CashApp at the door.

Julian Gosin is JUICE 

Sets at 9:00pm & 10:30pm

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NO COVER

Tipitina's FREE FRIDAYS Summer Concert Series presents the Brass-A-Holics plus opening set from Vegas Cola Band.

8pm Doors

Sets at 9:00pm & 10:30pm

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NO COVER, 21+ 

Latin Night with La Tran-K Band

Anaïs St. John is a renowned New Orleans-based jazz, blues, and cabaret vocalist. Known for her sultry stage presence, the Creole songstress and daughter of jazz saxophonist Marion Brown seamlessly blends her classical operatic background with classic cabaret flair.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in Music from Xavier University, a master’s degree in Vocal Performance from the University of New Orleans, and has attended the prestigious Cabaret Conference at Yale University in 2004 and 2007. Her commanding performances have been a staple at prominent New Orleans venues such as the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival (Jazz Fest), French Quarter Fest, the Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta Hotel, and Le Chat Noir. She also held longtime residencies at some of the city's swankiest hotel lounges, such as the Polo Club at the Windsor Court Hotel, The Ritz-Carleton, and The Bombay Club.

However, perhaps most popularly, St. John is famous for crafting one-woman cabaret tribute shows honoring legendary icons like Donna Summer (her "Last Dance" show), Eartha Kitt, Josephine Baker, and Lola Falana. Her sultry, classic style has taken her to European stages, including the Umbria Winter Jazz Festival in Italy and Jazz Ascona in Switzerland.

Beyond her vibrant nightlife and festival schedule, St. John is a dedicated educator. Since 2006, she has taught music at Trinity Episcopal School in New Orleans, inspiring the next generation while maintaining her active performing career.

Sets at 9:00pm & 10:45pm

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Full bar & food menu available. One drink minimum per guest.

Anaïs St. John is a renowned New Orleans-based jazz, blues, and cabaret vocalist. Known for her sultry stage presence, the Creole songstress and daughter of jazz saxophonist Marion Brown seamlessly blends her classical operatic background with classic cabaret flair.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in Music from Xavier University, a master’s degree in Vocal Performance from the University of New Orleans, and has attended the prestigious Cabaret Conference at Yale University in 2004 and 2007. Her commanding performances have been a staple at prominent New Orleans venues such as the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival (Jazz Fest), French Quarter Fest, the Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta Hotel, and Le Chat Noir. She also held longtime residencies at some of the city's swankiest hotel lounges, such as the Polo Club at the Windsor Court Hotel, The Ritz-Carleton, and The Bombay Club.

However, perhaps most popularly, St. John is famous for crafting one-woman cabaret tribute shows honoring legendary icons like Donna Summer (her "Last Dance" show), Eartha Kitt, Josephine Baker, and Lola Falana. Her sultry, classic style has taken her to European stages, including the Umbria Winter Jazz Festival in Italy and Jazz Ascona in Switzerland.

Beyond her vibrant nightlife and festival schedule, St. John is a dedicated educator. Since 2006, she has taught music at Trinity Episcopal School in New Orleans, inspiring the next generation while maintaining her active performing career.

Sets at 9:00pm & 10:45pm

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Full bar & food menu available. One drink minimum per guest.

On the streets of New Orleans, where brass bands play every Sunday for weekly second line parades, it’s not unusual for one brass band to catch the ear of the streets and dominate the second line season. Not long after their founding in 2017, the Big 6 Brass Band had the streets on lock. Their mixtape, which has made the rounds in the second line community, features covers of songs by Michael Jackson, Fantasia, and SZA, among others. Unsatisfied with playing only “radio tunes,” their song catalog runs deep into brass band history as they breathe new life into time-honored traditional tunes like “Red Dress” and “Lilly of the Valley.” Their debut album, Big Six, was released on June 24, 2019 on all streaming platforms. A thirteen-song tour through their original music, it’s an instant classic including hits like “Go Down,” and “On the Run.”

The band’s all-star lineup is comprised of some of the most talented young brass band musicians in the city. Though the band is relatively young, their pedigree reveals a wealth of experience as their roster includes current and former members of Rebirth, The Stooges, Hot 8, TBC, and Da Truth brass bands. Though their music maintains ties to the tradition from which they come, they are very much the vanguard of the brass band scene. Their sound, which combines smooth R&B with the rough and ready sound of the streets, is, more than any other band, representative of the sound of contemporary New Orleans brass band music.

Catch them tonight on their home turf for their Friday night residency, squarely in the 6th Ward, in the heart of Tremé at Ms. Chinee's Candlelight Lounge neighborhood corner bar, nestled right next to Tuba Fats Square.

Cash or CashApp at the door.

On the streets of New Orleans, where brass bands play every Sunday for weekly second line parades, it’s not unusual for one brass band to catch the ear of the streets and dominate the second line season. Not long after their founding in 2017, the Big 6 Brass Band had the streets on lock. Their mixtape, which has made the rounds in the second line community, features covers of songs by Michael Jackson, Fantasia, and SZA, among others. Unsatisfied with playing only “radio tunes,” their song catalog runs deep into brass band history as they breathe new life into time-honored traditional tunes like “Red Dress” and “Lilly of the Valley.” Their debut album, Big Six, was released on June 24, 2019 on all streaming platforms. A thirteen-song tour through their original music, it’s an instant classic including hits like “Go Down,” and “On the Run.”

The band’s all-star lineup is comprised of some of the most talented young brass band musicians in the city. Though the band is relatively young, their pedigree reveals a wealth of experience as their roster includes current and former members of Rebirth, The Stooges, Hot 8, TBC, and Da Truth brass bands. Though their music maintains ties to the tradition from which they come, they are very much the vanguard of the brass band scene. Their sound, which combines smooth R&B with the rough and ready sound of the streets, is, more than any other band, representative of the sound of contemporary New Orleans brass band music.

Catch them tonight on their home turf for their Friday night residency, squarely in the 6th Ward, in the heart of Tremé at Ms. Chinee's Candlelight Lounge neighborhood corner bar, nestled right next to Tuba Fats Square.

Cash or CashApp at the door.

One of New Orleans' longest running residencies, launched by Kermit Ruffins and passed on to the next young gun, 6th Ward trombone player Corey Henry, who's been lighting up this bywater watering hole since 2013 with the Tremé Funktet with rotating special guests weekly.

Sets at 10:30pm & 12:30am

* CASH ONLY! * 

One of New Orleans' longest running residencies, launched by Kermit Ruffins and passed on to the next young gun, 6th Ward trombone player Corey Henry, who's been lighting up this bywater watering hole since 2013 with the Tremé Funktet with rotating special guests weekly.

Sets at 10:30pm & 12:30am

* CASH ONLY! * 

One of New Orleans' longest running residencies, launched by Kermit Ruffins and passed on to the next young gun, 6th Ward trombone player Corey Henry, who's been lighting up this bywater watering hole since 2013 with the Tremé Funktet with rotating special guests weekly.

Sets at 10:30pm & 12:30am

* CASH ONLY! * 

Da Lovebirds, songstress Robin Barnes and bassist Pat Casey, host their Thursday night residency at The Peacock Room inside the Hotel Fontenot.

8pm - 10pm

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival or advance table reservation is suggested. Food & Cocktail Menu available.

Da Lovebirds, songstress Robin Barnes and bassist Pat Casey, host their Thursday night residency at The Peacock Room inside the Hotel Fontenot.

8pm - 10pm

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival or advance table reservation is suggested. Food & Cocktail Menu available.

Da Lovebirds, songstress Robin Barnes and bassist Pat Casey, host their Thursday night residency at The Peacock Room inside the Hotel Fontenot.

8pm - 10pm

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival or advance table reservation is suggested. Food & Cocktail Menu available.

Alexis & The Sanity perform a special set outdoors in the courtyard of the historic New Orleans Pharmacy Museum in the French Quarter.

Vibe with Ayanna and Zahria Sims

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Sets at 8:00pm & 9:15pm

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NO COVER 

Renowned New Orleans trumpeter Andrew Baham leads the Preservation Hall All-Stars band for 4 separate ticketed 45-Minute sets.

Sets at 5:00pm, 6:15pm, 7:30pm, and 8:45pm

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Seating is very limited, so advance tickets are strongly suggested. Admission is All Ages.

One of the city's best kept secrets featuring a handful of New Orleans first-call jazz players with rotating special guests in an intimate uptown lounge with no cover! Up close and personal with the best of the best, curated by local bassist Peter Harris. Plus quality food and cocktails.

"Firm Roots" Wednesdays featuring:

The Baron of the Boom Boom, The Groovemaster, the one and only Herlin Riley - drums

Peter Harris - bass

Dwight Fitch Jr - piano

Derek Douget - saxophones

+ special surprise guests

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Sets at 8:00pm & 10:00pm

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NO COVER, but seating is very limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Reserved seating is $25 Per Table in advance online. Full bar & food menu. One drink minimum per guest.

One of the city's best kept secrets featuring a handful of New Orleans first-call jazz players with rotating special guests in an intimate uptown lounge with no cover! Up close and personal with the best of the best, curated by local bassist Peter Harris. Plus quality food and cocktails.

"Firm Roots" Wednesdays featuring:

The Baron of the Boom Boom, The Groovemaster, the one and only Herlin Riley - drums

Peter Harris - bass

Dwight Fitch Jr - piano

Derek Douget - saxophones

+ special surprise guests

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Sets at 8:00pm & 10:00pm

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NO COVER, but seating is very limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Reserved seating is $25 Per Table in advance online. Full bar & food menu. One drink minimum per guest.

One of the city's best kept secrets featuring a handful of New Orleans first-call jazz players with rotating special guests in an intimate uptown lounge with no cover! Up close and personal with the best of the best, curated by local bassist Peter Harris. Plus quality food and cocktails.

"Firm Roots" Wednesdays featuring:

The Baron of the Boom Boom, The Groovemaster, the one and only Herlin Riley - drums

Peter Harris - bass

Dwight Fitch Jr - piano

Derek Douget - saxophones

+ special surprise guests

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Sets at 8:00pm & 10:00pm

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NO COVER, but seating is very limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Reserved seating is $25 Per Table in advance online. Full bar & food menu. One drink minimum per guest.

One of the city's best kept secrets featuring a handful of New Orleans first-call jazz players with rotating special guests in an intimate uptown lounge with no cover! Up close and personal with the best of the best, curated by local bassist Peter Harris. Plus quality food and cocktails.

"Firm Roots" Wednesdays featuring:

The Baron of the Boom Boom, The Groovemaster, the one and only Herlin Riley - drums

Peter Harris - bass

Dwight Fitch Jr - piano

Derek Douget - saxophones

+ special surprise guests

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Sets at 8:00pm & 10:00pm

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NO COVER, but seating is very limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Reserved seating is $25 Per Table in advance online. Full bar & food menu. One drink minimum per guest.

Trombonist Stephen Walker N' Em's Wednesday evening residency on Frenchmen Street.

Trombonist Stephen Walker N' Em's Wednesday evening residency on Frenchmen Street.

Trombonist Stephen Walker N' Em's Wednesday evening residency on Frenchmen Street.

Trombonist Stephen Walker N' Em's Wednesday evening residency on Frenchmen Street.

Trombonist Stephen Walker N' Em's Wednesday evening residency on Frenchmen Street.

The Willie Green Project holds down their Friday evening residency at Bacchanal for the perfect way to wind down the work week.

Sets at 7:00pm & 8:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

The Willie Green Project holds down their Friday evening residency at Bacchanal for the perfect way to wind down the work week.

Sets at 7:00pm & 8:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

The Willie Green Project holds down their Friday evening residency at Bacchanal for the perfect way to wind down the work week.

Sets at 7:00pm & 8:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

The Willie Green Project holds down their Friday evening residency at Bacchanal for the perfect way to wind down the work week.

Sets at 7:00pm & 8:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

The Willie Green Project holds down their Friday evening residency at Bacchanal for the perfect way to wind down the work week.

Sets at 7:00pm & 8:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

One of New Orleans' most talented rising guitarists Arnold Little III presents his own band for two sets.

Sets at 6:00pm & 7:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

One of New Orleans' most dynamic rising guitarists Juan Tigré aka John Maestas presents his own band for two sets.

Sets at 7:00pm & 8:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

One of New Orleans' most dynamic rising guitarists Juan Tigré aka John Maestas presents his own band for two sets.

Sets at 6:00pm & 7:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

Rising young bassist Noah Young presents his band for two sets on Sunday evening.

Sets at 7:00pm & 8:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

Rising young bassist Noah Young presents his band for two sets on Sunday evening.

Sets at 7:00pm & 8:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

6pm - 9pm

No Cover

6pm - 9pm

No Cover

One of the longest-running weekly fusion residencies in New Orleans in the last decade+, Pat Casey & The Sound have been holding Sunday nights down at The Spotted Cat since 2010-ish. Led by New Orleans-based by way of Denver, CO go-to bassist Pat Casey, he and his rotating cast of forward-thinking young players present original compositions and fresh new arrangements of favorites across jazz, funk, and Black American Music (BAM) inside one of the tiniest unassuming historic bars on the Frenchmen Street music strip. Any given Sunday is packed shoulder-to-shoulder, as the night is also known for surprise sit-ins and drop-ins from a who's who of local and global talent.

While the core band has rotated over the years, the current roster features:

Pat Casey - bass

Oscar Rossignoli - keys

Danny Abel - guitar

Scott Johnson - sax

Kalif Brown - drums

+ weekly special guests including: Ashlin Parker, Khris Royal, Amina Scott, Thomas Glass, Julian Addison, and more

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$10 - $20 Cover, Cash or CashApp at the Door, no advance tickets

One of the longest-running weekly fusion residencies in New Orleans in the last decade+, Pat Casey & The Sound have been holding Sunday nights down at The Spotted Cat since 2010-ish. Led by New Orleans-based by way of Denver, CO go-to bassist Pat Casey, he and his rotating cast of forward-thinking young players present original compositions and fresh new arrangements of favorites across jazz, funk, and Black American Music (BAM) inside one of the tiniest unassuming historic bars on the Frenchmen Street music strip. Any given Sunday is packed shoulder-to-shoulder, as the night is also known for surprise sit-ins and drop-ins from a who's who of local and global talent.

While the core band has rotated over the years, the current roster features:

Pat Casey - bass

Oscar Rossignoli - keys

Danny Abel - guitar

Scott Johnson - sax

Kalif Brown - drums

+ weekly special guests including: Ashlin Parker, Khris Royal, Amina Scott, Thomas Glass, Julian Addison, and more

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$10 - $20 Cover, Cash or CashApp at the Door, no advance tickets

One of the longest-running weekly fusion residencies in New Orleans in the last decade+, Pat Casey & The Sound have been holding Sunday nights down at The Spotted Cat since 2010-ish. Led by New Orleans-based by way of Denver, CO go-to bassist Pat Casey, he and his rotating cast of forward-thinking young players present original compositions and fresh new arrangements of favorites across jazz, funk, and Black American Music (BAM) inside one of the tiniest unassuming historic bars on the Frenchmen Street music strip. Any given Sunday is packed shoulder-to-shoulder, as the night is also known for surprise sit-ins and drop-ins from a who's who of local and global talent.

While the core band has rotated over the years, the current roster features:

Pat Casey - bass

Oscar Rossignoli - keys

Danny Abel - guitar

Scott Johnson - sax

Kalif Brown - drums

+ weekly special guests including: Ashlin Parker, Khris Royal, Amina Scott, Thomas Glass, Julian Addison, and more

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$10 - $20 Cover, Cash or CashApp at the Door, no advance tickets

One of the longest-running weekly fusion residencies in New Orleans in the last decade+, Pat Casey & The Sound have been holding Sunday nights down at The Spotted Cat since 2010-ish. Led by New Orleans-based by way of Denver, CO go-to bassist Pat Casey, he and his rotating cast of forward-thinking young players present original compositions and fresh new arrangements of favorites across jazz, funk, and Black American Music (BAM) inside one of the tiniest unassuming historic bars on the Frenchmen Street music strip. Any given Sunday is packed shoulder-to-shoulder, as the night is also known for surprise sit-ins and drop-ins from a who's who of local and global talent.

While the core band has rotated over the years, the current roster features:

Pat Casey - bass

Oscar Rossignoli - keys

Danny Abel - guitar

Scott Johnson - sax

Kalif Brown - drums

+ weekly special guests including: Ashlin Parker, Khris Royal, Amina Scott, Thomas Glass, Julian Addison, and more

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$10 - $20 Cover, Cash or CashApp at the Door, no advance tickets

One of the longest-running weekly fusion residencies in New Orleans in the last decade+, Pat Casey & The Sound have been holding Sunday nights down at The Spotted Cat since 2010-ish. Led by New Orleans-based by way of Denver, CO go-to bassist Pat Casey, he and his rotating cast of forward-thinking young players present original compositions and fresh new arrangements of favorites across jazz, funk, and Black American Music (BAM) inside one of the tiniest unassuming historic bars on the Frenchmen Street music strip. Any given Sunday is packed shoulder-to-shoulder, as the night is also known for surprise sit-ins and drop-ins from a who's who of local and global talent.

While the core band has rotated over the years, the current roster features:

Pat Casey - bass

Oscar Rossignoli - keys

Danny Abel - guitar

Scott Johnson - sax

Kalif Brown - drums

+ weekly special guests including: Ashlin Parker, Khris Royal, Amina Scott, Thomas Glass, Julian Addison, and more

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$10 - $20 Cover, Cash or CashApp at the Door, no advance tickets

On the streets of New Orleans, where brass bands play every Sunday for weekly second line parades, it’s not unusual for one brass band to catch the ear of the streets and dominate the second line season. Not long after their founding in 2017, the Big 6 Brass Band had the streets on lock. Their mixtape, which has made the rounds in the second line community, features covers of songs by Michael Jackson, Fantasia, and SZA, among others. Unsatisfied with playing only “radio tunes,” their song catalog runs deep into brass band history as they breathe new life into time-honored traditional tunes like “Red Dress” and “Lilly of the Valley.” Their debut album, Big Six, was released on June 24, 2019 on all streaming platforms. A thirteen-song tour through their original music, it’s an instant classic including hits like “Go Down,” and “On the Run.”

The band’s all-star lineup is comprised of some of the most talented young brass band musicians in the city. Though the band is relatively young, their pedigree reveals a wealth of experience as their roster includes current and former members of Rebirth, The Stooges, Hot 8, TBC, and Da Truth brass bands. Though their music maintains ties to the tradition from which they come, they are very much the vanguard of the brass band scene. Their sound, which combines smooth R&B with the rough and ready sound of the streets, is, more than any other band, representative of the sound of contemporary New Orleans brass band music.

Catch them tonight at Celebration Hall next to the historic Autocrat Social Aid & Pleasure Club for their Sunday night residency, squarely in the 7th Ward.

Cash or CashApp at the door.

Siren Night: a singers showcase with vocalist Anna Laura Quinn plus special guests each month

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$10 Online or at the Door

Staple blues, funk and jazz keys player Joe Krown presents his trio featuring: 

Joe Krown - piano, organ, synthesizers

Cassandra Faulkner - bass

Eric Bolivar - drums

+ plus special guest: Papa Mali - guitar

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Renowned organ / keyboardist Joe Krown returns to the Maple Leaf with another one of his world class groups. This edition features the legendary guitarist Papi Mali alongside an elite rhythm section with Eric Bolivar and Cass Faulconer! Joe Krown is one of the Maple Leafs longest tenured artists, best known for his work with blues artists, Walter Wolfman Washington, and Kenny Wayne Shepherd.

Sets at 9:00pm & 10:45pm

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If the name Paulin sounds familiar, there’s a reason for that – Roderick is the son of legendary New Orleans bandleader Ernest “Doc” Paulin who led brass bands on the streets of New Orleans for over 70 years. Doc insisted that musicians in his bands adhere to certain professional standards on and off stage. Many young players began their music career by performing with Doc Paulin and have gone on to achieve musical prominence such as clarinetist Dr. Michael White, Alto saxophonist Donald Harrison, Jr. and trumpeter Gregg Stafford among scores of local New Orleans musicians.

Simply put, Roderick Paulin is one of the most soulful, versatile and accomplished saxophonists in New Orleans. Roderick’s musical career spans over four decades collaborating with artists such as John Legend, Harry Connick Jr, Aaron Neville, Allen Toussaint, Maceo Parker, Fred Wesley, Christian McBride, Trombone ‘Shorty’ Andrews, Wynton Marsalis, The Grateful Dead, PJ Morton, The Brand New Heavies, The Afghan Whigs, Branford Marsalis, and the ReBirth Brass Band.

Paulin’s experience as an arranger, producer, saxophonist/clarinetist continues to serve him well as he’s a highly sought after clinician/master class educator teaching the fundamentals of music and economic empowerment to students of all ages and demographics. For the last 10 years, Paulin has served on the faculty of the Louis Armstrong Summer Jazz Camp of New Orleans which is the longest running, minority-owned and operated music organization that serves public and private school students of New Orleans and surrounding communities.

Tonight, he leads his Mahogany Jazz Hall Swingsters for his Sunday night residency.

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NO COVER, but seating is very limited, and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Full bar, excellent service, no food. One drink minimum per guest.

Rising young bassist Noah Young presents his band for two sets on Sunday evening.

Sets at 7:00pm & 8:45pm

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NO COVER, wide specialty wine menu, select bar & food menus; first-come, first-served seating.

*Mostly Outdoor Venue, limited indoor seating*

Will Smith grew up in Preservation Hall, where his sister Dodie Smith-Simmons worked and his brother-in-law trumpeter John “Kid” Simmons sometimes played. Smith used to help push Sweet Emma’s wheelchair to the car when her son came to pick her up, and most of the time she said something mean. “She was a real cantankerous old broad, but she was a great entertainer who captivated the audience,” Smith recalled. After following around his brother-in-law, Smith could not wait to get an instrument of his own. His parents eventually bought him a trumpet, and he has been playing New Orleans jazz ever since.

Hall legends Percy Humphrey, Ernie Cagnolatti, Kid Thomas, and DeDe Pierce remain a part of Smith’s musical fiber and have greatly influenced his sound. In 1975 Smith joined the Fairview Baptist Church Band, led by legendary jazzman Danny Barker, and he has played and toured with numerous traditional brass bands, including the Storyville Stompers and Harold Dejan’s Olympia Brass Band, as well as the Doc Paulin, Chosen Few, Treme, Tornado, Lil’ Rascals, and Pinstripe brass bands.

Tonight, Will leads the Preservation Legacy Band for his Sunday night residency at Preservation Hall.

Showtimes at 5:00pm, 6:15pm, 7:30pm, and 8:45pm

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Seating is very limited, so advance tickets are strongly suggested.

Famed New Orleans trumpeter Andrew Baham leads The Mahogany Jazz Hall All-Stars, warming you up for a performance from Midnight Burlesque.

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NO COVER, but seating is very limited, and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Full bar, excellent service, no food. One drink minimum per guest.

Charlie & The Tropicales rejuvenate a wide swath of vintage Caribbean sounds, from cumbia, calypso, biguine and son Cubano to rocksteady and New Orleans R&B-inspired rock & roll. Led by trombonist and composer Charlie Halloran, The Tropicales breathe new life into 1950s-era tropical dance pop tunes while introducing new layers of fusion. Think:  “Ruler of My Heart,” rocksteady-style, or Venezuela’s classic joropo “Alma Llanera” spiked with calypso energy.

The New Orleans-based 8-piece ensemble draws inspiration from Cuban son, mambo, and Caribbean music, reimagining traditional forms while honoring their roots, featuring rich horn lines, infectious percussion, and soulful improvisation. Known for high-energy performances and deep rhythmic feel, The Tropicales have become a standout presence in the New Orleans music scene, bringing tropical flavor and modern jazz sensibility to audiences near and far.

Tonight, they are joined on this double-bill with local singer-songwriter siren, Sarah Quintana.

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Sets at 9pm & 11pm

CASH ONLY  ! 

Night People

featuring:

BC Coogan - keys, voice

Simon Lott, - drums

Joe Cabral - saxophone, guitar, voice

Byron Asher - reeds

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Sets at 8pm - 9:30pm & 10pm. -11:30pm

NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is suggested. OR, Reserved Seating is $25 Per Table. Full bar & food menu available. One drink minimum per guest.

A wonderful intimate evening of live delta blues and cabaret music accompanied by burlesque and variety acts. The show ends with a performance from everyone's favorite little dog, The Famous Mr. Cheeze to the live band. Drink specials by your favorite bartenders and comfy seating to enjoy the art of the strip tease, with live music by The Delta Revues, burlesque by Miss Oops C. (aka Oops the Clown), and special guest burlesque stars each week !!! 

8pm Showtime

Seating is limited so advance tickets are recommended. Tickets available online, or at the door while they last.

Nayo Jones (pronounced Nīyō) was born in Chicago, Illinois into a family of musicians and destined to be in show business. As an accomplished jazz musician and music educator, her father William “Doc” Jones groomed and nurtured her natural ability from a very young age. Nayo grew up listening to Jazz standards that proved to be a solid foundation and would later become a signature in her own show. Accomplished in her own right, Jones is also a classically trained flutist.

Currently Nayo is based in New Orleans, LA where she performs regularly with her band “The Nayo Jones Experience”. In addition to her own show, Ms. Jones also tours alongside New Orleans iconic jazz trumpeter, Kermit Ruffins as the featured vocalist and has toured with the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra lead by Adonis Rose and is a featured vocalist on their album celebrating the famed Allen Toussaint with a beautiful rendition of "Ruler of My Heart."

Nayo’s vocal range has been compared to the likes of Natalie Cole, Nancy Wilson, even Whitney Houston. She has been the opening act for artists such as the legendary George Benson, Chris Botti, Rick Braun & Richard Elliot and more.

Nayo has performed at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, French Quarter Fest, Satchmo SummerFest, and many other Louisiana festivals annually since 2012. She has consistently drawn rave reviews for her performances. Nayo and her band, “The Nayo Jones Experience” has a  longstanding residency at the Carousel Lounge located in the historic Hotel Montelone and The Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in the French Quarter. She has also performed at the Scottsdale Jazz Festival, Twin Cities Jazz Festival, Iowa City Jazz Festival and the Ascona, Switzerland Jazz Festival with the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra and more

Nayo’s body of original work includes the realses "Nayo, My Name is Nayo Jones," a holiday album, "The Nayo Jones Experience Live at the Kerr Cultural Center," and most recently her EP entitled, "With Love, Nayo Jones," which is available on all music streaming platforms.

Sets at 7:30pm & 9:00pm  

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Full bar & food menu available. One drink minimum per guest.

In New Orleans, the birthplace of Jazz and the city of family music traditions, Gerald French hails from one of the pioneering families of Traditional Jazz. French is known as "The Giant," not just for his imposing presence on the band stand, but also for his original style of drumming that has him traveling the world and playing all types of music.

For more than 15 years, French has been the drummer for Charmaine Neville. He also holds the drum seat for the internationally known group The Dixie Cups. In addition, French has traveled and performed with Harry Connick, Jr’s Big Band, Leroy Jones, Dr. John, Dr. Michael White, Lillian Boutté, Jeremy Davenport, Big Chief Bo Dollis, the Wild Magnolias, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and others.

Importantly and as a source of immense personal pride, since December 2011, Gerald has been leader of the oldest continuously performing jazz band, The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band. The band traces its roots to 1910 when jazz was gathering steam in the byways of New Orleans. French is the fifth leader in the band’s history. He also works with The Joe Ashlar Organ Trio, Fritzel’s Jazz Band, and his own original bands Abstract and Déjà Vu. In addition to his drumming skills, French is an accomplished vocalist and sings lead in all of his own bands. French is a Sabian Cymbals and Taye Drums -endorsed artist.

Join us tonight for his weekly residency at Mahogany Jazz Hall with the Gerald French Trio.

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NO COVER, but seating is very limited, and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Full bar, excellent service, no food. One drink minimum per guest.

From playing himself in the HBO Series Tremé, to barbecuing outside his bar, Kermit’s Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge, to sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, trumpeter/vocalist KERMIT RUFFINS keeps himself busy when he isn’t on stage doing what he does best—entertaining and sharing his love of life with the world.

But he did not come by his gifts easily. Ruffins did his homework and developed his stage persona and musical act by studying artists who came before him. He watched videos of Louis Armstrong and Cab Calloway until the tape wore out, cut his teeth busking the streets of the French Quarter, and apprenticed on stages with local legends “Uncle” Lionel Batiste and Danny Barker.

While still in high school, he co-founded the Rebirth Brass Band, but eventually left the touring band to return home to the culture he missed so much, launching The BBQ Swingers, now a beloved New Orleans institution.

​Some say he resembles king pops, Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong himself. You be the judge. ALL ABOARD!

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$20 Cover |  $10 Locals with Valid Photo ID 

Born in 1958, trumpeter Leroy Jones was raised in New Orleans’s 7th Ward. He started playing cornet at St. Leo the Great Elementary School and soon got a trumpet. When he was twelve, his neighbor Danny Barker heard him practicing and recruited him for the Fairview Baptist Church Band, which Jones later led. Sometimes after finishing Fairview gigs in the French Quarter, Jones and his bandmates would stop by Preservation Hall to listen.

Jones went on to play with Harry Connick Jr. and His Orchestra and become a member of the New Orleans Jazz Hall of Fame. Trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard remembers growing up around Jones: “He was the guy that was well ahead of his time. He played with a command and maturity that is still unmatched. When I listened to him play I always imagined myself having that tone, or his sense of phrasing, and definitely his sense of rhythm. He was and still is my hero.” These days, when he’s not on tour, Jones leads his own band at Preservation Hall each week, delighting audiences with his impeccable technique, modern swing, and warm, gentle voice.

Join us tonight for his bi-weekly residency at Three Maries Jazz Club in the French Quarter.

Sets at 6:00pm & 7:30pm

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first served, so early arrival or advance table reservations are recommended. Full bar & food menu available. One drink minimum per guest.

La Tran-K Band is a popular Metairie, LA-based Latin music band established in 2012 that performs a diverse mix of Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Bachata, and Latin Jazz throughout the New Orleans area. Known for bringing high-energy, 100% live music to local venues, they are a staple for dancers and a regular fixture at venues like Head Quarters NOLA, Saturn Bar, and Café Istanbul.

From playing himself in the HBO Series Tremé, to barbecuing outside his bar, Kermit’s Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge, to sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, trumpeter/vocalist KERMIT RUFFINS keeps himself busy when he isn’t on stage doing what he does best—entertaining and sharing his love of life with the world.

But he did not come by his gifts easily. Ruffins did his homework and developed his stage persona and musical act by studying artists who came before him. He watched videos of Louis Armstrong and Cab Calloway until the tape wore out, cut his teeth busking the streets of the French Quarter, and apprenticed on stages with local legends “Uncle” Lionel Batiste and Danny Barker.

While still in high school, he co-founded the Rebirth Brass Band, but eventually left the touring band to return home to the culture he missed so much, launching The BBQ Swingers, now a beloved New Orleans institution.

​Some say he resembles king pops, Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong himself. You be the judge. ALL ABOARD!

On the streets of New Orleans, where brass bands play every Sunday for weekly second line parades, it’s not unusual for one brass band to catch the ear of the streets and dominate the second line season. Not long after their founding in 2017, the Big 6 Brass Band had the streets on lock. Their mixtape, which has made the rounds in the second line community, features covers of songs by Michael Jackson, Fantasia, and SZA, among others. Unsatisfied with playing only “radio tunes,” their song catalog runs deep into brass band history as they breathe new life into time-honored traditional tunes like “Red Dress” and “Lilly of the Valley.” Their debut album, Big Six, was released on June 24, 2019 on all streaming platforms. A thirteen-song tour through their original music, it’s an instant classic including hits like “Go Down,” and “On the Run.”

The band’s all-star lineup is comprised of some of the most talented young brass band musicians in the city. Though the band is relatively young, their pedigree reveals a wealth of experience as their roster includes current and former members of Rebirth, The Stooges, Hot 8, TBC, and Da Truth brass bands. Though their music maintains ties to the tradition from which they come, they are very much the vanguard of the brass band scene. Their sound, which combines smooth R&B with the rough and ready sound of the streets, is, more than any other band, representative of the sound of contemporary New Orleans brass band music.

Catch them tonight on their home turf for their Friday night residency, squarely in the 6th Ward, in the heart of Tremé at Ms. Chinee's Candlelight Lounge neighborhood corner bar, nestled right next to Tuba Fats Square.

Cash or CashApp at the door.

Anaïs St. John is a renowned New Orleans-based jazz, blues, and cabaret vocalist. Known for her sultry stage presence, the Creole songstress and daughter of jazz saxophonist Marion Brown seamlessly blends her classical operatic background with classic cabaret flair.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in Music from Xavier University, a master’s degree in Vocal Performance from the University of New Orleans, and has attended the prestigious Cabaret Conference at Yale University in 2004 and 2007. Her commanding performances have been a staple at prominent New Orleans venues such as the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival (Jazz Fest), French Quarter Fest, the Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta Hotel, and Le Chat Noir. She also held longtime residencies at some of the city's swankiest hotel lounges, such as the Polo Club at the Windsor Court Hotel, The Ritz-Carleton, and The Bombay Club.

However, perhaps most popularly, St. John is famous for crafting one-woman cabaret tribute shows honoring legendary icons like Donna Summer (her "Last Dance" show), Eartha Kitt, Josephine Baker, and Lola Falana. Her sultry, classic style has taken her to European stages, including the Umbria Winter Jazz Festival in Italy and Jazz Ascona in Switzerland.

Beyond her vibrant nightlife and festival schedule, St. John is a dedicated educator. Since 2006, she has taught music at Trinity Episcopal School in New Orleans, inspiring the next generation while maintaining her active performing career.

Sets at 9:00pm & 10:45pm

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested. Full bar & food menu available. One drink minimum per guest.

Basher is a highly regarded New Orleans-based "free jazz party band" that blends punk rock energy, danceable grooves, and avant-garde electronic textures. Founded and led by saxophonist/composer Byron Asher, the instrumental group features dual drum kits, synths, and two saxophones.

Sets at 9:00pm & 10:45pm

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is strongly suggested.

Nayo Jones (pronounced Nīyō) was born in Chicago, Illinois into a family of musicians and destined to be in show business. As an accomplished jazz musician and music educator, her father William “Doc” Jones groomed and nurtured her natural ability from a very young age. Nayo grew up listening to Jazz standards that proved to be a solid foundation and would later become a signature in her own show. Accomplished in her own right, Jones is also a classically trained flutist.

Currently Nayo is based in New Orleans, LA where she performs regularly with her band “The Nayo Jones Experience”. In addition to her own show, Ms. Jones also tours alongside New Orleans iconic jazz trumpeter, Kermit Ruffins as the featured vocalist and has toured with the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra lead by Adonis Rose and is a featured vocalist on their album celebrating the famed Allen Toussaint with a beautiful rendition of "Ruler of My Heart."

Nayo’s vocal range has been compared to the likes of Natalie Cole, Nancy Wilson, even Whitney Houston. She has been the opening act for artists such as the legendary George Benson, Chris Botti, Rick Braun & Richard Elliot and more.

Nayo has performed at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, French Quarter Fest, Satchmo SummerFest, and many other Louisiana festivals annually since 2012. She has consistently drawn rave reviews for her performances. Nayo and her band, “The Nayo Jones Experience” has a  longstanding residency at the Carousel Lounge located in the historic Hotel Montelone and The Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in the French Quarter. She has also performed at the Scottsdale Jazz Festival, Twin Cities Jazz Festival, Iowa City Jazz Festival and the Ascona, Switzerland Jazz Festival with the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra and more

Nayo’s body of original work includes the realses "Nayo, My Name is Nayo Jones," a holiday album, "The Nayo Jones Experience Live at the Kerr Cultural Center," and most recently her EP entitled, "With Love, Nayo Jones," which is available on all music streaming platforms.

9:00pm Showtime

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is suggested. One drink minimum per guest.

Solid Harmony is the family band founded by New Orleans late, great vocal legend Topsy Chapman shortly after her rise to notoriety with her starring role in the hit Off-Broadway musical, "One Mo' Time" in the 1980s. Topsy and her singing daughters, Yolanda & Kiki, swiftly became staples among the jazz, blues and soul circuits, singing with some of the top musicians in New Orleans over the past 30 years. Today, Topsy's daughters, each respected local vocalists in their own right, continue the family band's legacy with Topsy's grandson on brass, and a rotating cast of players who've been a part of the band over the years.

TONIGHT: Expect a mosaic of unique swing harmonies backed by an all-star New Orleans band.

Featuring:

Yolanda Robinson - lead vocals

Jolynda "Kiki" Chapman - lead vocals

Caleb Windsay - trombone, vocals

Peter Harris - bass

Nygel Anderson - drums

BC Coogan - keys

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Sets at 8pm - 9:30pm & 10pm. -11:30pm

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NO COVER, but seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so early arrival is suggested. OR, Reserved Seating is $25 Per Table. Full bar & food menu available. One drink minimum per guest.

Kid Merv & All That Jazz

Charmaine Neville, daughter of legendary saxophonist Charles Neville of The Neville Brothers, carries the torch of a rich New Orleans musical legacy. While she is rooted in the city’s vibrant traditions, Charmaine brings her own unique voice to the stage; blending R&B, jazz, folk and world rhythms into a sound that’s all her own. Her performances are a reflection of the city’s spirit itself—bold, diverse, and deeply soulful.

Renowned for her high-energy live shows, Charmaine and her band captivate audiences with an infectious sense of joy and a strong emphasis on audience participation. Whether delivering soulful ballads or rhythm-driven grooves, she creates an unforgettable experience, inviting listeners to feel the music and become part of the celebration. Charmaine Neville’s sound is a true reflection of the Crescent City: timeless, exciting, and impossible to resist.

The Charmaine Neville Band tonight features:

‍Charmaine Neville - lead vocals, percussion

Amasa Miller - piano, musical director

Detroit Brooks - guitar

Donald Ramsey - bass

Raymond Weber - drums

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‍Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

‍Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

‍Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by forwarding your e-ticket confirmation with dinner request via email to reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.

Yusa is a Havana-born guitarist, bassist, vocalist, tres player, and composer. She relocated to New Orleans in 2020 and has been spending time collaborating with many of the city’s most talented musicians. An original bandleader of Cuban bands Interactivo and Quasi Jazz, her compositions have earned her international acclaim, and her 5 albums have won her multiple awards, including one from BBC World Radio.

*This concert is presented in partnership with the CubaNOLA Arts Collective.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

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‍Restaurant is open 5pm - 11pm for dinner before or after your showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by Emailing reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.

Join us for this Sunday's FREE Happy Hour Concert Series! 

This week featuring an intimate duo of two veteran New Orleans players:

Tom Hook is a veteran pianist, songwriter, and entertainer whose career spans jazz, rock, and theatrical performance. He began in Kansas City and went on to a long tenure with the Delta Queen Steamboat Company as a bandleader and entertainment director, while also performing at venues including Walt Disney World and Harrah's Casino New Orleans. Now based in New Orleans, he tours internationally, leads his New Orleans All-Stars—often featuring Wendell Brunious—and stars in his acclaimed one-man show, Becoming Jelly Roll.

‍Wendell Brunious is a celebrated New Orleans trumpeter, composer, and educator whose lyrical phrasing and warm tone embody the elegance of the city’s traditional jazz lineage. The son of legendary trumpeter John Brunious, he carried the family legacy forward as a longtime member and former leader of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Over the course of his career, Brunious has performed and recorded with artists including Wynton Marsalis, Lionel Hampton, Danny Barker, and Dr. John, remaining a vital ambassador of New Orleans jazz around the world.

Doors at 4:00pm

Show at 4:30pm - 6:00pm

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Dr. Michael White is a renowned clarinetist, bandleader, composer, historian, and educator regarded as a leading authority of traditional New Orleans jazz. In 2015 he produced and performed on New Orleans Brass Bands: Through the Streets of the City for the Smithsonian Institution and has served as a guest director for Jazz at Lincoln Center .  Formerly a senior professor of African American music at Xavier University of Louisiana, White has toured internationally for more than three decades and recorded with Wynton Marsalis, Eric Clapton, Taj Mahal, Paul Simon, and Marianne Faithfull. He was named Chevalier of Arts & Letters by the French government (1995), received the Heritage Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts (2008), was honored as Humanist of the Year by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (2010), and was repeatedly recognized as Clarinetist of the Year by OffBeat Magazine.

‍Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

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Restuarant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime :Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner in the restaurant next door by Emailing reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online for the Music Room. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.

New Orleans-bred saxophonist, clarinetist, composer and educator Victor Goines is one of the world's most respected voices in jazz. Notably, Victor performed in the Ellis Marsalis Quartet for a number of years beginning in the 1980s. Ellis later hired Victor as a faculty member when he created the University of New Orleans (UNO) Jazz Studies Department in 1989.  Goines is widely recognized as one of the most engaging and versatile performers and composers in music today. Drawing from his New Orleans roots, his extraordinary career includes performances throughout the world earning acclaim from audiences, critics and colleagues, including as a member of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra in NYC and the Wynton Marsalis Septet since 1993. 

He has recorded and/or performed with many iconic jazz and popular artists such as Ahmad Jamal, Ruth Brown, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Ray Charles, Bob Dylan, Dizzy Gillespie, Lenny Kravitz, Ellis Marsalis Jr, Branford Marsalis, Dianne Reeves, Willie Nelson, Marcus Roberts, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, and many more.

His discography boasts over 20 albums as a bandleader, and recordings on over 70 other releases, including Wynton Marsalis' Pulitzer Prize-winning recording, "Blood on the Fields" and Ted Nash's Grammy Award-winning "Presidential Suite."  A gifted composer, Goines has more than 100 original works to his credit, including his 1992 debut album "Genesis" on the late Harold Battiste Jr's seminal AFO Records. In 2000, he was commissioned by Juilliard's Dance Division to compose a musical work in celebration of their 50th Anniversary.

In recent years, he was selected to lead music and jazz departments at Juilliard NYC and Northwestern University in Chicago, and served as executive artistic director of Jazz St. Louis from 2022 - 2026.

Goines returns home to New Orleans this summer for a Monthly Residency at Snug Harbor.

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Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by Emailing reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.

Redefining modern jazz through a sousaphone lens, BassX is a rising New Orleans jazz fusion collective led by GRAMMY-nominated artist Julius McKee. Rooted in the city’s rich jazz tradition, BassX reimagines traditional jazz through a progressive lens—honoring its origins while allowing the music to evolve in real time.

Drawing from a classic New Orleans traditional setup, BassX revisits the early foundations of the music by reintroducing the sousaphone, an instrument that once played a central role in the tradition before the upright bass became standard. This approach reconnects the sound to its historical roots while opening space for new rhythmic, melodic, and textural possibilities. Rather than reproducing tradition note-for-note, BassX treats it as a living language. Performances balance structure and spontaneity, emphasizing groove, deep listening, and collective interaction. The result is music that feels familiar yet forward-looking—grounded in history, shaped by the moment, and responsive to the room.BassX operates as a collective, reminiscent of traditions of several eras past such as that of Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers or Herbie Hancock's Headhunters, collaborating with a rotating roster of New Orleans musicians drawn from the city’s deep and diverse jazz community. Line-ups vary by project, venue, and context, allowing the music to remain flexible and rooted in collaboration rather than fixed personnel.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

Doors at 7:00pm & 9:30pm

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‍Restaurant is open 5pm - 11pm for dinner before or after your showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by Emailing reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.

Sullivan Dabney is a professional drummer and vocalist born, trained, and based in New Orleans. For over 50+ years, he has performed in bandleader and support roles, debuting his first band during high school, The Orientals, and starting his long-term project, Sullivan Dabney Muzik Jazz Band, in 1972.

Mr. Dabney has toured extensively throughout the US and abroad. He’s been a staple at both French Quarter Fest and New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival for eyars, and headlined multiple international jazz festivals in the UK, Germany, Switzerland, and beyond. He’s appeared in numerous films and commercials, performed for famed Bourbon Street entertainer Chris Owens, LA Representative Lindy Boggs, and for eight years he played with the Krewe of Bacchus parade. With his Muzik Jazz Band, long-term local residencies include Harrah’s Casino and from 1986 – 2019, he performed on the Creole Queen, Cajun Queen, and River Rose New Orleans Paddlewheelers, where he was also the Director of Entertainment from 2016-2019.

Mr. Dabney’s musicality developed from percussion experiments with his mother’s pots and pans to memorizing the lyrics that drifted through the neighborhoods from local jukeboxes, porch steps, and radio. Early performance experience included playing trombone in the LB Landry Junior Marching Band and becoming the school’s flag bearer in its Senior Band. Dabney then was transferred to George Washington Carver Senior High School. There, under the tutelage of influential music educator and bandleader Miss Yvonne Busch, Dabney honed his craft and cultivated the discipline required of a working musician as he started playing the drums again and then became the section leader of the school’s band.

He shrugs off the label of traditional jazz often assigned to him, instead describing his style as a synthesis of jazz dialects, R & B, and various New Orleans phrasings. In his words, he plays to the room, “a little bit of everything to please everyone”, adding that he “seasons” the music to taste. In 1967, Mr. Dabney joined Tommy Ridgley’s R&B outfit, The Untouchables. Ridgley became a mentor, stressing the importance of professionalism and presentation, and learning the business of music. Dabney later toured with Ernie K-Doe for five years, and played with greats like Johnny Adams, King Floyd, Irma Thomas, Eddie Bo, Porky Jones, Jean Knight, Margie Joseph, Sammy Ridgley, among many others.

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Doors at 4:00pm

Show at 4:30pm - 6:00pm

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*This performance is FREE OF CHARGE, as part of Snug Harbor's community happy hour concert series, sponsored by the Jazz Foundation of America* 

No reserved tickets; seating is first-come, first-served upon arrival. Bar opens at 4pm, Kitchen opens at 5pm.

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Michael Pellera is one of New Orleans’ most respected modern jazz pianists, composers, arrangers, and educators. A graduate of Berklee College of Music and longtime Jazz Dept. Chair at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts high school (NOCCA), Pellera has helped shape generations of musicians while building an acclaimed career as a performer and bandleader.

His original recordings feature New Orleans jazz luminaries including John Vidacovich, Bill Summers, Tony Dagradi, and Steve Masakowski, while his music blends modern jazz harmony, classic American songbook influences, and the rich rhythms of New Orleans. A sought-after collaborator, Pellera has performed with artists such as Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Bobby McFerrin, Buddy Rich, and Harry Connick Jr., earning a reputation as one of the city’s premier jazz pianists.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

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Restaurant is Open 5pm - 11pm for dinner before or after your showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by forwarding your e-ticket confirmation with dinner request info to reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.

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Charmaine Neville, daughter of legendary saxophonist Charles Neville of The Neville Brothers, carries the torch of a rich New Orleans musical legacy. While she is rooted in the city’s vibrant traditions, Charmaine brings her own unique voice to the stage; blending R&B, jazz, folk and world rhythms into a sound that’s all her own. Her performances are a reflection of the city’s spirit itself—bold, diverse, and deeply soulful.

Renowned for her high-energy live shows, Charmaine and her band captivate audiences with an infectious sense of joy and a strong emphasis on audience participation. Whether delivering soulful ballads or rhythm-driven grooves, she creates an unforgettable experience, inviting listeners to feel the music and become part of the celebration. Charmaine Neville’s sound is a true reflection of the Crescent City: timeless, exciting, and impossible to resist.

The Charmaine Neville Band tonight features:

‍Charmaine Neville - lead vocals, percussion

Amasa Miller - piano, musical director

Detroit Brooks - guitar

Donald Ramsey - bass

Raymond Weber - drums

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‍Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

‍Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

‍Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by forwarding your e-ticket confirmation with dinner request via email to reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.

The Uptown Jazz Orchestra is a powerhouse New Orleans big band founded by acclaimed trombonist and NEA Jazz Master, Delfeayo Marsalis. Blending traditional swing with contemporary energy, the orchestra showcases a deep commitment to preserving and evolving the city’s rich jazz heritage. Known for its tight arrangements, soulful improvisation, and dynamic live performances, the ensemble features some of the finest musicians in New Orleans and often collaborates with special guests across generations. It's truly a marvel to experience this 12-15 piece big band take over the intimate Snug stage.

Tonight, the band is led by master trombonist, Wes Anderson IV.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

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The Uptown Jazz Orchestra is a powerhouse New Orleans big band founded by acclaimed trombonist and NEA Jazz Master, Delfeayo Marsalis. Blending traditional swing with contemporary energy, the orchestra showcases a deep commitment to preserving and evolving the city’s rich jazz heritage. Known for its tight arrangements, soulful improvisation, and dynamic live performances, the ensemble features some of the finest musicians in New Orleans and often collaborates with special guests across generations. It's truly a marvel to experience this 12-15 piece big band take over the intimate Snug stage.

Tonight, the band is led by master saxophonist, Scott Johnson.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

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Bassist from the legendary funk pioneers The Meters, George Porter Jr. presents his weekly trio residence for two sets starting at 8pm.

Stanton Moore Trio with James Singleton & David Torkanowsky

6pm - 9pm

No Cover

6pm - 9pm

No Cover

2026 JGI Jazz Cohort Fellow, Victor Campbell is a young jazz piano player hailing from Camagüey, Cuba. His compelling style combines virtuosity, whimsy, charisma and technical prowess. Notably, it is just plain fun to watch Victor perform. He started playing piano at age 5 and went on to train at Cuba’s National School of the Arts. He has since played all over the United States, and internationally. Victor first visited New Orleans in 2012 as a teenager, part of an exchange program with the Louis Armstrong Summer Jazz Camp. That visit changed his life and in 2019 Victor decided to move to New Orleans. He has been feverishly studying all styles of New Orleans music ever since, and incorporating it into his own musical language. He can effortlessly transition from a blues solo, to a Cuban timba montuno, and then right into a classical piano selection. In a 2019 interview, the great Chucho Valdés predicted that, “Victor will revolutionize Cuban jazz piano.”

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After performing as a featured new artist at several CubaNOLA showcases, Victor now has several New Orleans-based bands and collaborations, including his high-energy big band Timba Swamp, and is a fervent leader of the city’s growing Cuba-New Orleans fusion renaissance scene, which also includes collaborations with the Cuban funk phenomenon, Cimafunk, and New Orleans legends like Delfeayo Marsalis’ Uptown Jazz Orchestra. Most recently, he was recruited by renowned musical director Raphael Saadiq to play piano on the Oscar-nominated soundtrack for 2025’s Academy Award-winning film by director Ryan Coogler, "SINNERS.”

This evening, Victor performs one of his acclaimed solo piano shows.

*This performance is no cover!

Kyle Roussel, born in Boutte, Louisiana, is a versatile pianist, composer, and producer whose music reflects the rich cultural heritage of New Orleans. Trained in classical, gospel, and jazz traditions, he studied at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts and the University of New Orleans under legendary mentors like Alvin Batiste and Ellis Marsalis Jr. His sound draws from diverse influences including James Booker, Dr. John, Stevie Wonder, and Jon Batiste, resulting in a dynamic blend of jazz, funk, gospel, and classical styles. Roussel has performed and recorded with artists such as Jon Batiste, Dave Grohl, Paul McCartney, Chance the Rapper, Irma Thomas, Ivan Neville, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and many more.

Tonight, Kyle presents once of his acclaimed solo piano shows.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

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Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:

‍Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Herlin Riley is a renowned jazz drummer, composer, and educator celebrated for blending traditional New Orleans rhythms with modern jazz. Born and raised in New Orleans, Riley began playing drums at age three and later studied music at Southern University before becoming a sought-after collaborator for legends including Ahmad Jamal, George Benson, and Harry Connick Jr. He gained international acclaim through his longtime work with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, while also leading his own acclaimed projects, including the album New Direction. A passionate mentor and educator, Riley continues to share the rich traditions of New Orleans jazz with audiences and young musicians around the world.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

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Restaurant is Open 5pm - 11pm for dinner before or after your showtime:

‍Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

REGGAEMERICANA vanguard Kelly Love Jones blends Caribbean rhythms with a skillfully wholesome body of lyrics that celebrate kindness, growth and the sweetness of connection. The New Orleans musician’s flair fuses World, Reggae, Hip Hop, and Soul with the direct immediacy only a seasoned singer/songwriter can provide. Having written with Grammy nominated spoken word artist Queen Sheba and opened for talent the likes of Lenny Kravitz, Meshell N’Degeocello, Stephen Marley, Steel Pulse, Arrested Development, and Dick Gregory, perhaps her most compelling musical encounter came from Chaka Khan herself during a chance meeting on an airplane. When Jones asked the Maestra what advice she might offer a single mother following her dreams, she quickly responded with the commanding wisdom “Whatever you do, don’t stop. Never give up.”

Doors: 4:00pm
Show: 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner after showtime

*This performance is free of charge as part of Snug's community happy hour concert series*

Stephanie Jordan is one of New Orleans’ most celebrated jazz vocalists, known for her elegant stage presence, expressive phrasing, and emotional depth. Mentored by legendary vocalist Shirley Horn, she gained national recognition for her moving rendition of “Here’s to Life” during the nationally televised reopening of New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. The daughter of Edward 'Kidd' Jordan and a member of New Orleans’ renowned Jordan musical family, she has performed alongside acclaimed artists including Herbie Hancock, Terence Blanchard, and Ellis Marsalis, while appearing at major venues and festivals around the world. Whether leading a big band or performing with a small ensemble, Jordan captivates audiences with her warm tone, masterful phrasing, and timeless approach to jazz storytelling.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm  

Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:

‍Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Quiana Lynell is a Grammy-nominated songwriter, international award-winning jazz vocalist, and Louisiana native celebrated for her powerful voice, soulful storytelling, and captivating stage presence. A winner of the prestigious Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, Lynell has earned recognition as one of the leading jazz vocalists of her generation. Most recently, she completed a national tour with Jazz at Lincoln Center, bringing her dynamic blend of jazz tradition, original music, and irresistible groove to audiences across the country. Whether delivering a heartfelt ballad or one of the hip-swaying performances that earned her the nickname “The Hip Shakin’ Momma,” Lynell creates an unforgettable live music experience.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

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Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:

‍Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.co

Yusa is a Havana-born guitarist, bassist, vocalist, tres player, and composer. She relocated  to New Orleans in 2020 and has been spending time collaborating with many of the city’s most talented musicians. An original bandleader of Cuban bands Interactivo and Quasi Jazz, her compositions have earned her international acclaim, and her 5 albums have won her multiple awards, including one from BBC World Radio.

*Presented in partnership with the CubaNOLA Arts Collective.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

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Restaurant is open 5pm - 11pm for dinner before or after your showtime:  

Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

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Charmaine Neville, daughter of legendary saxophonist Charles Neville of The Neville Brothers, carries the torch of a rich New Orleans musical legacy. While she is rooted in the city’s vibrant traditions, Charmaine brings her own unique voice to the stage; blending R&B, jazz, folk and world rhythms into a sound that’s all her own. Her performances are a reflection of the city’s spirit itself—bold, diverse, and deeply soulful.

Renowned for her high-energy live shows, Charmaine and her band captivate audiences with an infectious sense of joy and a strong emphasis on audience participation. Whether delivering soulful ballads or rhythm-driven grooves, she creates an unforgettable experience, inviting listeners to feel the music and become part of the celebration. Charmaine Neville’s sound is a true reflection of the Crescent City: timeless, exciting, and impossible to resist.

The Charmaine Neville Band tonight features:

‍Charmaine Neville - lead vocals, percussion

Amasa Miller - piano, musical director

Detroit Brooks - guitar

Donald Ramsey - bass

Raymond Weber - drums

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‍Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

‍Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

‍Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by forwarding your e-ticket confirmation with dinner request via email to reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.

Charlie & The Tropicales rejuvenate a wide swath of vintage Caribbean sounds, from cumbia, calypso, biguine and son Cubano to rocksteady and New Orleans R&B-inspired rock & roll. Led by trombonist and composer Charlie Halloran, The Tropicales breathe new life into 1950s-era tropical dance pop tunes while introducing new layers of fusion. Think:  “Ruler of My Heart,” rocksteady-style, or Venezuela’s classic joropo “Alma Llanera” spiked with calypso energy.

The New Orleans-based 8-piece ensemble draws inspiration from Cuban son, mambo, and Caribbean music, reimagining traditional forms while honoring their roots, featuring rich horn lines, infectious percussion, and soulful improvisation. Known for high-energy performances and deep rhythmic feel, The Tropicales have become a standout presence in the New Orleans music scene, bringing tropical flavor and modern jazz sensibility to audiences near and far.

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Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

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Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:

‍Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Lawrence Sieberth is a New Orleans–based pianist, composer, and bandleader whose dynamic style blends modern jazz, funk, and the rhythmic vitality of his hometown. Known for his bold improvisation and deep musicality, Sieberth has performed and recorded with artists including Nicholas Payton, Terrence Blanchard, Wessell Anderson, Bill Summers, and James Singleton, earning a reputation as both a commanding soloist and a sought-after collaborator across the jazz and contemporary music scenes.

Tenor saxophonist and composer Christian Winther has been based in New Orleans since 1997, establishing himself as a compelling voice on the jazz scene through his soulful sound and expressive, melodic compositions. He has toured throughout the U.S. and Europe as the leader of the Christian Winther Quartet and has also performed as a sideman with many notable New Orleans jazz groups. Throughout his career, Winther has performed and recorded with acclaimed artists such as Ali Jackson, Vincent Gardner, Shannon Powell, Herlin Riley, Billy Drummond, Marcus Printup, Richard D. Johnson, Rodney Green, Reuben Rogers, and Mike Moreno.

For this happy hour set, the two join forces for a very special performance.

Doors: 4:00pm
Show: 4:30pm - 6:00pm

This performance is free of charge as part of Snug's community happy hour concert series

Mahmoud “Mood” Chouki is a Moroccan master guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and educator currently living and working in New Orleans. His art draws together music from around the globe.. In addition to training and performing with conservatories around the world, Chouki also teaches music at the Lycée Français de la Nouvelle Orléans and is the music curator for the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA). Most recently, he composed the music score for the 2021 Sundance Award winning film, “Ma Belle, Ma Beauty.” Chouki was also awarded 2020’s “Best Emerging Artist” by OffBeat Magazine’s annual Best of the Beat Awards. His New World Ensemble has been steadily gaining acclaim, earning him Gambit Weekly's 2022 "Best World Music Artist'' Award at their annual Big Easy Awards.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your ticketed showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

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Keiko Komaki is an accomplished keyboardist and pianist born and raised in Kagoshima, Japan, who began studying classical piano at age five and later graduated from Kunitachi College of Music. After working in Tokyo’s music scene, she moved to New Orleans in 2006, where she quickly became an active part of the city’s musical community, performing with artists such as the late Marva Wright, Benny Turner, Leo Nocentelli and George Porter Jr. of The Meters, blues legend Vasti Jackson, and many others.

In 2014, she joined the international collective Playing For Change Band, touring more than 20 countries and performing with artists including The Doobie Brothers, Little Feat, and Ellis Hall. Today, she leads her own projects, including the KJD Trio and Komaki Soul, while continuing to perform regularly across New Orleans in clubs, residencies, and events such as WWOZ Piano Night.

Doors: 4:00 pm
Show: 4:30pm - 6:00pm

*This performance is FREE of charge as part of Snug Harbor's community Happy Hour series* 

On June 26th, we'll time-travel back to the future of the early 1980s in New Orleans, when a young guitarist, Steve Masakowski, premiered what would become one of the innovations that cemented him as one of the city's great inventors: his hand-made key-tar. Masakowski's new instrument though, was not the "keyboard on a strap" - mass-produced by Moog and popularized by artists like Herbie Hancock and Prince - that most of us think of today when we hear the term "keytar."  Steve's key-tar was still a guitar at heart, but reconstructed with his own cutting edge bespoke midi technology, at his house in New Orleans, incorporating electronics into the string instrument in a new way.

One of Steve's musical peers, Lawrence Sieberth, was also experimenting with new synthesizer keyboards coming out at the time, so Steve formed a band with Lawrence, the now late great rhythm reinventor James Black on drums, multi-instrumentalist James Singleton on bass, and a rebel crew of other exploratory musician friends.

They called the band MARS and focused on original music influenced by the early evolving electronic instruments and composers of the day. They recorded and released an LP simply entitled “Mars” in 1982 that featured other prominent jazz musicians that Steve was collaborating with, including Dave Liebman on sax, Ricky Sebastian on drums (who was also playing with the raucous Jaco Pastorius at the time), Patrice Fisher on harp, and Kent Jordan on flute. During the 1980s, the band would frequently present concerts with visual artist John Graubarth.

In 2023, MARS reunited for the first time in years, and tonight, four of the band's original members reunite once again, for one night only, for "Mars Revisited," featuring some of the music performed by the original group with Ricky Sebastian substituting for the late, great James Black on drums. And yes, Steve's enigmatic handmade key-tar will be there, making a rare appearance.

MARS REVISITED features:

‍Steve Masakowski - 7-string guitar, electric key-tar

Lawrence Sieberth - synthesizer keyboards

James Singleton- bass

Ricky Sebastian - drums

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‍Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

‍Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

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Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

NOLA Resistance Quintet (NRQ) is a New Orleans-based jazz ensemble made up of five veteran musicians deeply rooted in the city’s rich musical tradition. Blending jazz, funk, and modern improvisation, the group brings “an ear to the past with eyes to the future,” reimagining the spirit of New Orleans jazz pioneers while pushing the music into bold contemporary territory. Their sound combines soulful grooves, inventive arrangements, and fearless creativity, capturing both the history and evolving energy of the Crescent City.

Featuring acclaimed musicians Darrell Lavigne, Chris Severin, Herman LeBeaux, Roderick Paulin, and Andrew Baham, NRQ has quickly become a standout force on the New Orleans jazz scene. Their recordings and live performances showcase collaborations with artists including Branford Marsalis, Quiana Lynell, and Phillip Manuel, while their music reflects themes of resilience, hope, and social consciousness. From celebrated performances at venues like Snug Harbor to the release of their album Morpheus, NOLA Resistance Quintet continues to honor the city’s musical legacy while shaping its future.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

The Uptown Jazz Orchestra is a powerhouse New Orleans big band founded by acclaimed trombonist and NEA Jazz Master, Delfeayo Marsalis. Blending traditional swing with contemporary energy, the orchestra showcases a deep commitment to preserving and evolving the city’s rich jazz heritage. Known for its tight arrangements, soulful improvisation, and dynamic live performances, the ensemble features some of the finest musicians in New Orleans and often collaborates with special guests across generations. It's truly a marvel to experience this 12-15 piece big band take over the intimate Snug stage.

Tonight, the band is led by master trumpet player, John Gray.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

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Pianist Tom McDermott is a St. Louis-born New Orleans transplant whose mastery spans ragtime, traditional jazz, Brazilian choros and funk, bringing his deep roots in the Crescent City's musical heritage and his ever-curious stylistic explorations. Tom blends tradition with innovation, offering a rich musical conversation that combines playful spontaneity and emotional depth.

Tonight, McDermott will be playing all original music.

Show: 7:30pm & 9:30pm

Doors: 7:00pm & 9:00pm

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Restaurant nextdoor is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your ticketed showtime. Make reservations via reservations@snugjazz.com or via OpenTable.com for dinner only.

Charmaine Neville, daughter of legendary saxophonist Charles Neville of The Neville Brothers, carries the torch of a rich New Orleans musical legacy. While she is rooted in the city’s vibrant traditions, Charmaine brings her own unique voice to the stage; blending R&B, jazz, folk and world rhythms into a sound that’s all her own. Her performances are a reflection of the city’s spirit itself—bold, diverse, and deeply soulful.

Renowned for her high-energy live shows, Charmaine and her band captivate audiences with an infectious sense of joy and a strong emphasis on audience participation. Whether delivering soulful ballads or rhythm-driven grooves, she creates an unforgettable experience, inviting listeners to feel the music and become part of the celebration. Charmaine Neville’s sound is a true reflection of the Crescent City: timeless, exciting, and impossible to resist.

The Charmaine Neville Band tonight features:

‍Charmaine Neville - lead vocals, percussion

Amasa Miller - piano, musical director

Detroit Brooks - guitar

Donald Ramsey - bass

Raymond Weber - drums

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‍Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm

‍Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

‍Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by forwarding your e-ticket confirmation with dinner request via email to reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.

Victor Goines, a New Orleans native, is an acclaimed jazz saxophonist, clarinetist, composer, and educator who began on clarinet at age eight before adding saxophone in high school, inspired by local legends like Ellis Marsalis. A graduate of Loyola University New Orleans and Virginia Commonwealth University, he has been a key member of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Wynton Marsalis Septet since 1993, contributing to major recordings including the Pulitzer Prize–winning Blood on the Fields and collaborating with icons such as Ray Charles, Dizzy Gillespie, Stevie Wonder, and Bob Dylan. A prolific composer with over 200 works and a bandleader with ten albums, Goines has also played a major role in jazz education, leading programs at Juilliard and Northwestern University before becoming President & CEO of Jazz St. Louis  from 2022 -2026.

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Doors at 7pm & 9pm

Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com

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