HOSTED BY:
Clifton Chenier Memorial Scholarship Fund | Smithsonian Folkways | Valcour Records | New Orleans Jazz Museum | CC Adcock
June 25th
(Clifton Chenier’s Birthday)
New Orleans Jazz Museum
(400 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116)
Bow to the Crown and pay tribute to the King of Zydeco at the New Orleans Jazz Museum—current home to his legendary crown and accordion!
We’re marking this centennial milestone with the launch of a star-studded tribute album featuring The Rolling Stones, Lucinda Williams, Taj Mahal, and many more who’ve been paired with the best Zydeco purveyors in South Louisiana, plus a new 7" single released by Smithsonian Folkways.
Party Down Patrons
Includes:
6:00PM-7:30PM - Listening Party and “Tales of the Tape” with record producers Steve Berlin (Los Lobos), Joel Savoy, John Leopold, CC Adcock, plus live zydeco music performance w/artists from the record, and an artists meet & greet and signing.
7:30PM-10:00PM - South Louisiana Dance Party with DJ Drake + DJ Matty (Alligator Chomp Chomp) and special guest cameo DJ sets
Thank you so much for your support!
Due to an overwhelming response, we’ve reached capacity for the Listening Party and Live Performance in the 3rd-floor performance space.
We are no longer selling tickets online. If you'd like to join us you're welcome to pay at the door. Cash only.
Hot Tamale Ticket
$25
(minimum donation)
Includes:
7:30PM-10:00PM - South Louisiana Dance Party with DJ Drake + DJ Matty (Alligator Chomp Chomp) and special guest cameo DJ sets
Thank you so much for your support!
We are no longer selling tickets online. If you'd like to join us you're welcome to pay at the door. Cash only.
All proceeds benefit the new Clifton Chenier Memorial Scholarship Fund at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, helping nurture the next generation of Louisiana musicians through the University’s Traditional Music Program.
