Wednesday, Feb. 1st 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Al Bemiss leads a special piano hour starting off African American History Month. Al will be accompanied by Park Ranger musicians on aprogram covering the role of gospel music in jazz.
Thursday, Feb. 2nd 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (916 N. Peters St.)
Join us for the debut of a new photo exhibit by Charles and Andrea Oliphant. The exhibit, (916 N. Peters St.) highlights some of the local talent that makes New Orleans such a magical and musical place. Park Rangers Bruce and Matt will perform a jazz roots program at 3:00.
Friday, Feb.3rd 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (916 N. Peters St.)
New Orleans native, Johnette Downing, a multi-award winning children's musician and author leads a sing-a-long program featuring songs with a Louisiana theme.
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Park Ranger Stephen Dale and pianist Tom Hook perform an interpretive program covering
some of the songs and music styles that led to the development of jazz in New Orleans.
Saturday, Feb. 4th11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Perseverance Hall in Armstrong Park)
Kids are invited to bring their instruments and play with a professional New Orleans brass band as part of the parks "Music for All Ages" program.
Saturday, Feb. 4th 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Join us for the CD release concert for Freedom is Coming: Songs of Freedom, Resistance &the Underground Railroad. The album and program features a dynamic collection of songs associatedwith the Underground Railroad and the pursuit of freedom. Park Rangers will be joined
by Mike Harris, Leroy Etienne, Phillip Manuel, Elaine Foster, Erica Falls, Joe King, Joshua Walker, and Al Bemiss of as part of this unique concert.
Sunday, Feb. 5th 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
In cooperation with the Louisiana State Museum, Park Rangers host a panel discussion on the New Orleans jazz story followed by a guided tour through the Preservation Hall exhibit.
Tuesday, Feb. 7th 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Park Rangers/Musicians perform a program highlighting the African roots of jazz.
Wednesday, Feb. 8th 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Pianist Jesse McBride performs the music of New Orleans modern jazz masters Harold Battiste, Ellis Marsalis, Clyde Kerr, and James Black.
Thursday, Feb. 9th 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Park Rangers/Musicians perform a program highlighting the Creole roots of jazz.
Friday, Feb.10rd 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Park Ranger Stephen Dale and pianist Tom Hook perform an interpretive program covering New Orleans jazz classics.
Saturday, Feb. 11th 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Perseverance Hall in Armstrong Park)
Kids are invited to bring their instruments and play with a professional New Orleans brass band as part of the parks "Music for All Ages" program in Armstrong Park.
Saturday, Feb. 11th 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.. (Old U.S. Mint)
Don't miss the Junior Ranger Kid's Concert with Park Rangers Jeff Wolin, Matt Hampsey and Bruce Barnes along with local musicians Leroy Etienne and Michael Harris for a free, fun kid's concert at the Old U.S. Mint. Learn all about our nation's greatest treasures – our National Parks while listening to great music, dancing, singing, and laughing.
Saturday, Feb. 11th 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
New Orleans musical icon Paul Ferrara is interviewed by Sally Young from WWOZ. After the interview, Paul will lead a traditional jazz set with a cast of six New Orleans All-Stars.
Sunday, Feb. 12th 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
In cooperation with the Louisiana State Museum, Park Rangers host a panel discussion on the New Orleans jazz story followed by a guided tour through the Preservation Hall exhibit.
Tuesday, Feb. 14th 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Park Rangers/Musicians perform a "jazz roots" program with a focus on the blues.
Wednesday, Feb. 15th 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Pianist and Hammond B3 organist Joe Krown performs at the Wednesday piano hour.
Thursday, Feb. 16th 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Park Rangers/Musicians perform a "jazz roots" program at the Old U.S. Mint.
Friday, Feb.17th 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
The U.S. ARMY MATERIEL COMMAND BAND perform a lively concert with their Dixieland band, The Tennessee River Ramblers.
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Join us for a special Carnival themed concert. Park Rangers will lead you through a musical journey exploring some of the most interesting musical traditions alive today. Special guests
will include Spy Boy Irving "Honey" Banister and Al "Carnival Time"Johnson.
Saturday, Feb. 18th 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (916 N. Peters St.)
GO PARADE! When you get tired, come join us for a selection of jazz films.
Sunday, Feb.19th 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (916 N. Peters St.)
Jazz films will be shown throughout the day for those who need a rest from parading.
Tuesday, February 21st Closed for Mardi Gras!
Wednesday, Feb. 22nd 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Pianist Jesse McBride performs the music of New Orleans modern jazz masters Harold Battiste, Ellis Marsalis, Clyde Kerr, and James Black.
Thursday, Feb. 23rd 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Park Rangers/Musicians perform a "jazz roots" program at the Old U.S. Mint.
Friday, Feb. 24th 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.. (Old U.S. Mint)
In cooperation with the Louisiana State Museum, Park Rangers host a panel discussion on the New Orleans jazz story followed by a guided tour through the Preservation Hall exhibit.
Saturday, Feb. 25th 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Perseverance Hall in Armstrong Park)
Kids are invited to bring their instruments and play with a professional New Orleans brass band as part of the "Music for All Ages" program.
Saturday, Feb. 25th 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
The vocal quintet Cornerstone Harmonizers are joined by joined by Park Rangers and a rhythm section during this special program in honor of African American History Month.
Saturday, Feb. 25th 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
In cooperation with the Louisiana State Museum, Park Rangers host a panel discussion on the New Orleans jazz story followed by a guided tour through the Preservation Hall exhibit.
Tuesday, Feb. 28st 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Park Rangers perform and discuss the influence of African American religious music on jazz.
Wednesday, Feb. 29th 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Old U.S. Mint)
Pianist and vocalist Judy Whitney Davis leads an inspired program of song and Louisiana history dedicated to African American History Month.
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
