New Orleans Jazz Museum

We’re beyond excited to welcome you back to the newly renovated Performance Center at the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Thanks to the generous support of the Herb Alpert Foundation, this beloved space has been revitalized, enhancing the experience for artists and audiences alike. From upgraded acoustics to refreshed interiors, every detail was designed to honor the rich history of jazz while creating a world-class venue for live performances. Swipe through to see the transformation through the stunning photography of Wayan Barre! The best part? Live music happens weekly at the museum! Come experience the magic of jazz in a space built for it. ?? New Orleans Jazz Museum ??? Explore upcoming performances: nolajazzmuseum.org/events Special thanks to Sandra Lombana Lindquist, CCE, Executive Director, New Orleans Chamber of Commerce for organizing the press conference and Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser for his years of support. #NOLAJazzMuseum #JazzReimagined #LiveJazz #HerbAlpertFoundation #JazzLivesHere #JazzMuseumNOLA

Yesterday, the New Orleans Jazz Museum was alive with artistic energy as we hosted the Villa Albertine Showcase! The evening featured thought-provoking conversations with past and current residents—Leonard Martin, Marguerite de Bourgoing, Thimothée Varon, Melissa Laveaux, Tiss Rodriguez, and NSDOS—alongside electrifying performances that celebrated cultural exchange and innovation. New Orleans continues to be a city where creativity thrives, drawing visionary artists from around the world. ??:?Consulate General of France in Louisiana

Join us as we celebrate the reopening of the Performance Center at the New Orleans Jazz Museum with a special live concert on March 12 at 3 PM! After much-anticipated renovations—made possible by the generosity of the Herb Alpert Foundation—we’re excited to welcome you back to this historic space with an unforgettable musical experience. ? Featuring: NOLA Jazz Museum Band with Detroit Brooks & Friends Don’t miss this momentous occasion as we bring music back to the heart of the museum! Admission is free and open to all music lovers. See you there! New Orleans Jazz Museum Wednesday, March 12 | 3 PM #NOLAJazzMuseum #LiveMusic #DetroitBrooks #JazzInNewOrleans #HerbAlpertFoundation

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Our journey to the Dominican Republic was truly unforgettable! ??? On day two, we kicked things off with a warm welcome in Maimón from Cornelia Rodriguez, owner of @countrysideroogs_pop, Mayor @divison.sanchezrd, and Igor Rodriguez @igorrodriguezd, Director of IDAC. Together with other local authorities, they played a key role in launching a partnership rooted in growth and mutual cooperation. Next, we headed to Puerto Plata, where we strengthened our collaboration ties. A big thank you to the Mayor of Puerto Plata, @roquelito.garcia, IDAC Director @igorrodriguezo, @jeremiasurenacid, and the entire team for their warm hospitality and commitment to this exciting initiative. The mission was led by @yaninatorresrd, Honorary Consul of the Dominican Republic in New Orleans, with our executive director Greg Lambousy, international relations manager Taslya Mejia, Dominican musician and general producer of the Dominican Nola Fest, Fermin Ceballos, and Socorro Brenk from Dominican Nola Fest. We were also thrilled to have Jerry & Ramon Reyes from The Hospitality Twins, L. Cathryn Giff from Hotel De la Monnaie with us! ?? As we continue to promote Louisiana travel and tourism, we’re excited to build stronger connections and showcase all the amazing things Louisiana has to offer. Let’s keep growing and collaborating! ???? #LouisianaTravel #LouisianaTourism #DominicanRepublic #CulturalExchange #InternationalRelations #GrowthAndCooperation #TravelGoals #Partnerships #ExploreLouisiana #TourismInitiative

?? Bringing Music to Jamey! ?? Last Wednesday, we had the honor of kicking off our cultural exchange mission with a special School Inauguration Ceremony at Escuela Básica Fermin Brin Ceballo Ramirez, marking the beginning of a new chapter for local students in Jamey, Dominican Republic! ???? As part of this unforgettable event, we were thrilled to donate multiple musical instruments, ensuring that the power of music reaches even more young minds. ?????? ?? This mission was led by our Executive Director, Greg Lambousy, and our International Relations Manager, Taslya Mejía, in collaboration with Dominican musician and general producer of the Dominican Nola Fest, Fermín Ceballos, as well as the Consul of the Dominican Republic in New Orleans, Rosa Yanina Torres. This initiative follows the legacy of Fermín Ceballos' father, whose passion for music and education continues to inspire future generations. We were also honored to have Socorro Brenk with Dominican Nola Fest, Jerry & Ramon Reyes with The Hospitality Twins, Laila Bondi from Global New Orleans, Cathryn Giff with Hotel De la Monnaie, Dominican violinist Bremman Burgos, and Loren Giff join us in this meaningful mission. A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who contributed to and supported this initiative! Together, we are making a difference—one note at a time! ?????? #MusicForAll #EducationThroughMusic #DominicanNolaFest #JameyInitiative

??? Last week, the New Orleans Jazz Museum was honored to be a charity partner for the Inca Cares Foundation’s Annual Salute to Hispanics in Sports & Entertainment at the House of Blues during Super Bowl week in New Orleans! The evening celebrated Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Bayron Matos, journalist & TV host John Qui?ones, and New Orleans socialite Margarita Bergen, recognizing their contributions as Latino trailblazers in sports, media, and philanthropy. Guests enjoyed an unforgettable night of music, featuring a high-energy performance by Andy Vargas, lead singer of the legendary Carlos Santana Band. The event raised funds for the Inca Cares Foundation’s college scholarships, medical aid mission to the Dominican Republic, and our very own Jazz Museum’s educational programs! ?? A huge thank you to Inca Cares Foundation for their commitment to uplifting communities through culture, music, and philanthropy. ??: Wayan Barre, Sergio Arturo Cabrera #NewOrleansJazzMuseum #IncaCaresFoundation #SaluteToHispanics #HispanicExcellence #SuperBowlWeek #JazzAndPhilanthropy ??

What an incredible experience it was to have the Leigh Steinberg Super Bowl Party at the New Orleans Jazz Museum! It was an honor to be the venue for this iconic event, celebrating the powerful connection between music and mental health while recognizing outstanding humanitarians. With an unforgettable night of music, energy, and inspiring conversations, it was the perfect way to celebrate Super Bowl weekend! ???? #LeighSteinbergSBParty #SuperBowlWeekend #JazzAndSports #MusicAndMentalHealth

Cultural Exchange Mission: New Orleans Jazz in Mexico!????? The?New Orleans Jazz Museum Jazz Ambassadors, led by?Douglas Stone, Director of the LSU Jazz Ensemble, recently embarked on a powerfulcultural exchange mission?to?Cuernavaca?and?Tepoztlán, Mexico, thanks to the invitation from?Dr. Renée González de la Lama?of?FulbrightComexus. Throughout the mission, we shared the vibrant sounds of?New Orleans jazz, performing in local plazas and bringing the spirit of New Orleans to life with lively?second lines. A special highlight was our visit to the?Telpochcalli public school band?in?Tepoztlán, where our ambassadors and?Baby Doll Carol Harris?performed for the students, while their talented band performed for us! In the tradition of?New Orleans Baby Dolls,?Carol Harris?brought the essence of this iconic part of our culture to life. Baby Dolls are a New Orleans tradition rooted in the Mardi Gras Indian community, where women dress in colorful, handmade costumes and dance through the streets to the rhythm of second lines. Carol’s performance broke cultural barriers and connected everyone, showcasing the universal power of music and dance. The exchange went beyond music—it became an inspiring conversation. Our Jazz Ambassadors and Baby Doll shared their personal stories about how they became musicians, the deep meaning of jazz in their lives, and what?New Orleans jazz?represents to them. The students also shared their own musical journeys, creating an incredible dialogue across cultures and generations. We are deeply grateful to?Fulbright?Comexus,?Fomento Educacional A.C., the?City of New Orleans International Department, and the?Consulado de México en Nueva Orleans?for their support in making this mission possible. A heartfelt thank you to our amazing delegation: Omar Ramirez?(Trumpet) Miguel Serutine?(Trombone) Nathan Campbell?(Sousaphone) Jadon Michel?(Trumpet) John Rhodes?(Snare Drum) Carol Harris?(Baby Doll) This cultural exchange was a beautiful reminder that music and storytelling have the power to unite us across borders and inspire meaningful connections. #NewOrleansJazz #JazzAmbassadors #CulturalExchangeMission #Cuernavaca #Tepoztlan #SaborEsMorelos #SecondLine #BabyDoll #MusicBridgesCultures #Telpochcalli

??A Weekend of International Celebration Leading to the Improvisations Gala 2024! ?? This past weekend, we were honored to welcome international delegations and consular representatives from Taiwan, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, France, Serbia, and Honduras as part of our Improvisations Gala 2024 festivities. Our museum proudly hosted: ?Yvonne Yi-Fang Hsiao, Director-General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Houston (TECO in Houston). ?Liam Chung-Hsien Lin, Deputy Director of the Taiwan Academy of TECO in Houston. ?Juan Diego Roldan, Cultural Coordinator of the Centro Cultural Costarricense Norteamericano in Costa Rica. ?Hipolito Javier Guerrero, Executive Director of Gozeza Music Academy. ? Jelena Ivanjac, representative of the Ni?ville Jazz Festival in Serbia. The weekend culminated in an extraordinary Gala Night, featuring powerful international performances that showcased the unifying power of music. Guests enjoyed: ?? Vincent Hsu & Soy La Ley Afro-Cuban Jazz Band, presented by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of China and the Taiwan Academy. ?? Hibriduz, sharing their vibrant rhythms from Honduras. ?? Cimafunk, the Cuban-born, Grammy-nominated artist, presented by James Douglas Hislop. Throughout the weekend, we also celebrated moments of recognition and cultural exchange, including: ?Rosine Pema Sanga, Director of International Relations for the City of New Orleans, presenting a proclamation on behalf of the City of New Orleans to Vincent Hsu and Hibriduz. ?Mayra Pineda, President and CEO of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana, awarding a certificate of recognition to Hibriduz. ?Claudia Oyuela, General Consul of Honduras, honoring Hibriduz with a certificate of recognition. This incredible weekend was a testament to the mission of Jazz International, celebrating the rich legacy of New Orleans jazz and its role in building bridges between cultures worldwide. ??? We extend our deepest gratitude to our international partners, performers, and everyone who joined us in making this celebration unforgettable. Here’s to many more nights of music, collaboration, and inspiration! ???? #ImprovisationsGala2024 #JazzInternational #NewOrleansMusic #GlobalConnections #CulturalExchange