LPO Academy students and mentors from the LPO mentorship program take the stage in the Ochsner Children’s Tent to perform works by Harry Belafonte, Jon Batiste, LPO’s own Peter Dutilly, and more! The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) is proud to announce that students from its flagship mentorship program, LPO ACADEMY, will make their official Jazz Fest […]
There’s a reason the blues feel right at home in New Orleans. The city’s deep musical roots stretch from Congo Square to the juke joints of the Lower Ninth Ward, shaped by generations of soul-bearing artists. Though jazz may often take the spotlight, blues has never left town. It’s in the voice of a gravelly […]
Every spring, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival transforms the Fair Grounds into a musical paradise. With more than a dozen stages, hundreds of performers, and a city’s worth of food, culture, and soul packed into two weekends, Jazz Fest can feel overwhelming—even for locals. Whether it’s your first time or your fifteenth, here’s […]
LPO clarinetists take over Happy Hour, Market Nights series concludes with The Revivalists’ lead guitarist Zack Feinberg, annual Swing in the Oaks concert returns to City Park, Mahler & Schubert at the Orpheum, and more This April, the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra presents a series of concerts in various neighborhoods around New Orleans. Audiences are invited to experience live orchestral music in settings ranging […]
Support local musicians New Orleans. It’s second lines in the streets, brass bands on the corners, and soul pouring from Frenchmen Street. But behind the city’s world-famous soundtrack lies a growing struggle—one that threatens the very musicians who keep it alive. As the cost of living rises and gentrification transforms neighborhoods into playgrounds for transplants […]
New Orleans isn’t just a city; it’s a rhythm, a soul, a feeling. Known as the birthplace of jazz and a cradle of countless musical revolutions, the Big Easy has long been a mecca for performers from around the globe. Some of the world’s most iconic celebrities have graced New Orleans stages, and many left […]
The Eras Tour rolled into New Orleans like a glitter-covered hurricane, and while Taylor Swift herself only took the stage for three nights, the impact on the city was loud, long, and unmistakable. From record-breaking hotel bookings to late-night singalongs echoing through the French Quarter, Swift didn’t just perform in New Orleans—she shifted its rhythm. […]
New Orleans is a city celebrated for its rich cultural heritage, vibrant traditions, and unparalleled music scene. Among its many contributions to the world, perhaps none is more profound or lasting than the birth of jazz. The New Orleans jazz origins are rooted in the city’s unique blend of cultural influences and its history of […]
New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz, and the city still pulses with its influence today. From intimate venues where legends once played to modern clubs hosting cutting-edge musicians, the Crescent City offers jazz lovers an unmatched experience. Whether you’re looking for traditional jazz, brass bands, or fusion, here are ten must-visit jazz clubs in […]
Concert features Composer John Williams’ Iconic Score Performed Live to Film Saturday March 8, 2025, at 7:30 PM Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra will present Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark™ Live in Concert featuring John Williams’ GRAMMY® Award-winning score performed live to the film. The concert will be led by conductor […]
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