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Snug Harbor Starts a Revival in New Orleans

New Orleans’ Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro shut its doors nearly a year ago in response to the COVID-19 pandemic that has ravaged the world ever … Read More “Snug Harbor Starts a Revival in New Orleans”

New Orleans Music Documentary’s Virtual Release Has Local Angle

Michael Murphy’s jazz-accented documentary Up from the Streets – New Orleans: The City of Music was supposed to be released the old-fashioned way this spring—in … Read More “New Orleans Music Documentary’s Virtual Release Has Local Angle”

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Announces 2020 Lineup

A tribute to Dr. John and appearances from the Legendary Count Basie Orchestra, Chick Corea, Buddy Guy, and many more are all slated for this … Read More “New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Announces 2020 Lineup”

“Satchmo” Summer Jazz Camp to Celebrate 25 Years

It was in the 1990s that Louisiana state officials decided to cut funding for music education in New Orleans schools. Alarmed at the decision, Jackie … Read More ““Satchmo” Summer Jazz Camp to Celebrate 25 Years”

New Orleans Jazz Fest at 50: Keep on Rolling (Without the Stones)

The Allison Miner Music Heritage Stage at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival is its only properly indoor venue, inside the grandstand of the … Read More “New Orleans Jazz Fest at 50: Keep on Rolling (Without the Stones)”

New Orleans Jazz Fest Box on the Way

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. In honor of the milestone, Smithsonian Folkways will release a five-disc box … Read More “New Orleans Jazz Fest Box on the Way”