Born of the roots of the many cultures in the Northern-most Caribbean town, New Orleans, The Tangiers Combo transports listeners to the vibrating lands of poets, writers, musicians and cultural refugees. Thick with artistic and ideological infusion, the uniquely positioned Mediterranean city of Tangiers distilled the best rhythms of the surrounding continents. In the same […]
Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, Nat & Kat Cajun String Band was formed by Natalie Naquin (cello) and Katy Murphy (guitar) after finding they shared a deep love of the early roots of Louisiana Cajun and Creole music. Leaning into their unique instrumentation while staying grounded in traditional style, Nat & Kat create stripped-down arrangements […]
Double Whisky is an acoustic string trio rooted in the music of Django Reinhardt and New Orleans. Guitarists Leo Forde, John Rodli and bassist Nobu Ozaki invite a changing cast of International guests with each salon.
The Golden Compass Trio is a band of young (well, middle aged by now) upstarts that’s dedicated to playing the traditional music of New Orleans, while also expanding on that tradition with their own renditions, arrangements, and compositions. The trio consists of Bryce Eastwood on woodwinds and vocals, Ben Fox on upright bass and vocals, […]
Hanna Mignano is a unique musical voice in the gypsy jazz violin tradition. Her soulful, melodic playing of the traditional jazz repertoire and her original compositions are a dynamic complement to the virtuosic guitar stylings of Keenan Clayton-Hall. As a duo, their music seamlessly meanders from hot swing to Parisian musettes, creating an evocative and […]
The Maude Caillat Project delivers melodies and intricate rhythms inspired by world jazz fusion composers. Her musical universe is a true experience, offering sounds that are new and intimate. Just like a journey through time and distance.
Join Geovane Santos, an Afro Brazilian hailing from Belo Horizonte and currently residing in New Orleans, in the Library. Geovane is a versatile artist who excels as a guitarist, vocalist, composer, researcher, photographer, videographer, and educator. His remarkable talent has garnered recognition, including the prestigious 2017 Louis Armstrong Foundation Jazz Composer Award presented by ASCAP […]
Maxwell Apra is a multi-Instrumentalist based out of New Orleans. Specializing in rare Italian mandolin and banjo music, traditional jazz, Caribbean waltzes, tangos, and ragtime string band music; Maxwells eclectic repertoire is comprised of forgotten gems of 78 rpm era music. Maxwell's dedication to exploring the origins of the music he plays has always been […]
Jonathan Caplan is a guitarist and vocalist leading The Stingray Shuffle, a genre-blending project rooted in the soulful rhythms and rich musical heritage of New Orleans. With a warm voice, deft guitar work, and a deep respect for the traditions of jazz, blues, and early soul, Caplan draws inspiration from the likes of Joe Pass, […]
Jérémie is a native Parisian, growing up in the same arrondissement as the Edward Degas, Sidney Bechet, and more. He attended the Paris Conservatory and has played at notable jazz clubs Duc des Lombards, le Caveau de la Huchette, and Jazz Club Etiole. In 2024 he recorded and released Reverie, as series of Debussy's iconic […]
