Planet M is a meditative jam space for both movers and musicians.

You will be guided through meditation, personal warm-up and open space where we create an intentional yet playful circle to share dance and music in community.

Monday, July 21st, 11am-1pm

@New Orleans Jazz Museum

Facilitator: Ryuta Iwashita

Ryuta Iwashita (they/them) currently lives and improvises in Bulbancha (also colonially known as New Orleans). Their artistic lexicons are rooted in dance improvisation, social justice, somatics, martial arts, child education, and ancestral work including 祖体 (SOTAI) of which Ryuta is its conceiver. 

Their work and teaching move and respond to mystical juxtapositions of phenomena, systems, and galaxies, — the one between their Japanese heritage and their westernized life in the Southern US, between a day of organic farming and a night of MSG-heavy instant noodles, between their beloved’s indulge in watching TikTok and their grandfather's indulge in eating raw chicken gizzards, and between their internal organs and their ancestors moving and pausing as stars.

www.iwashitaryuta.com

Presented by The Helis Foundation, YALA! Baby Arts play is the

perfect opportunity for caregivers to integrate purposeful activities into their child’s playtime

that support their cognitive, physical, and social development. Research shows, and parents

confirm, that multisensory approaches to learning help young children create deeper,

more meaningful connections with the world around them. Baby Artsplay!TM engages children

and their caregivers in joyful and easy-to- replicate multisensory experiences that help

children reach developmental milestones, while immersed in New Orleans’ cultural institution.

This free 6-part workshop series is made possible by The Helis Foundation. The workshops provide

engaging arts-based activities designed to instruct caregivers on using the arts at home to

promote early learning.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum and Jazz Foundation of America presents a live performance by Johnny J and the HItmen on Wednesday, July 16th at 2:00 PM CDT inside the New Orleans Jazz Museum. 

This program takes place inside our third floor Performance Center, listening room. Admission is free and open to the public, seating is limited and offered first come, first serve.

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for our daily Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in at 2pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

Join us in the Education Center at 2pm for a special Piano Hour performance by Shea Pierre!

Presented by The Helis Foundation, YALA! Baby Arts play is the

perfect opportunity for caregivers to integrate purposeful activities into their child’s playtime

that support their cognitive, physical, and social development. Research shows, and parents

confirm, that multisensory approaches to learning help young children create deeper,

more meaningful connections with the world around them. Baby Artsplay!TM engages children

and their caregivers in joyful and easy-to- replicate multisensory experiences that help

children reach developmental milestones, while immersed in New Orleans’ cultural institution.

This free 6-part workshop series is made possible by The Helis Foundation. The workshops provide

engaging arts-based activities designed to instruct caregivers on using the arts at home to

promote early learning.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum presents. Join us as we celebrate the artists that make New Orleans a world destination for music. 

This program takes place inside our third-floor Performance Center, listening room. Admission is free and open to the public, seating is limited and offered first-come, first-serve.

Enjoy jazz music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for our daily Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in at 2 pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

Audrey LeCrone

Audrey spent her formative years singing, dancing, and performing. After receiving a degree in Acting from Oklahoma City University, she moved to New Orleans to work as an actor and dialect coach. Impassioned by the musical culture of the city, she eventually found her role as a vocalist. Most of her songs fit into 3 categories: Love, Longing & Lust--the pinnacles of early 20th century music....And lucky for you, these century-old songs were often drenched in naughtiness. Singing the numbers that most likely got your grandparents in trouble, Audrey LeCrone aims to keep the provocative spirit alive in jazz and blues. 

The band: Jordan Bush on piano, Belinda Moody on bass, Dorian Roberts on saxophone, Ravee 'Gus' Treesaksesakoon, and Kolja Gjoni on drums.

Join the New Orleans Jazz Museum on Thursday July 10th for Bennie Pete Birthday Celebration, featuring a performance by the Hot 8 Brass Band.

Bring your blanket! Seats are not provided for outdoor programs. 

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for their weekly Courtyard Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum’s balcony! Tune in Thursday July 10th at 5pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

Join us In the 3rd floor performance Center on July 10th at 2pm for a special Performance by Maya Kamaty!

Maya Kamaty is a genre-blending artist from Réunion Island, known for fusing maloya—a traditional Creole music—with electro, folk, and urban sounds. Daughter of iconic musician Gilbert Pounia, she carries forward a strong artistic legacy while pushing creative boundaries. Singing in Creole and French, her powerful voice and poetic lyrics explore identity, feminism, and cultural resilience. With international tours and acclaimed albums like Santié Papang and Sovaz, Maya Kamaty is a bold, modern force in global music.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum and Jazz Foundation of America presents a live performance by Next Level Jazz Band on Wednesday, August 6th at 2:00 PM CDT inside the New Orleans Jazz Museum. 

This program takes place inside our third floor Performance Center, listening room. Admission is free and open to the public, seating is limited and offered first come, first serve.

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for our daily Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in at 2pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum and Wesley Phillips presents Drumming Circle.  

This program takes place inside our Education Center located outside the first floor.

Please contact Wesley Phillips (504) 250-5244 if you are interested in signing up for classes.

Wesley Phillips

The Ultimate Sideman

Wesley was born and raised in New Orleans, LA and has been playing music for over 50 years. He began playing the bongos and the conga drum with the Desire Poets in 1972. He played for Mama Suma, Free Southern Theater, New Orleans Dance Co., and the Energy Funk Band.

Wesley joined the Southern University in New Orleans' jazz program and studied under Edward "Kidd" Jordan in 1976. Wesley performed with SUNO’s big band, jazz ensemble, and african percussion groups at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival through 1982. Kidd introdued Wesley to Sun Ra at the 1979 Jazz Fest. This began his tour with Sun Ra and his Solar Arkestra from 1979 to 1981, including the 1981 Chicago Jazz Fest on PBS. He later appeared with Sun Ra and his Cosmic Love Adventure Arkestra at music festivals from 1989 to 1991 in New Orleans, Birmingham, AL, and Jackson, MS.

In 1980, Wesley began his 16 years of playing gospel music on an album with Alvin Bridges and the Desire Community Choir. He played on four additional albums, and after many years at the Jazz Fest, the choir was invited to a three week tour of Italy.

In 1987, Wesley began his 10 year study of Afro-Brazilian culture with Curtis Pierre and Casa Samba. He has appeared in parades, festivals, theater, and television shows, presenting the folklore and celebrations of Brazil.

He was introduced to Senegalese culture by Abdoulaye "Papa" Camara in 1990 and have studied with former members of the Senegal National Ballet, including Abdoulaye Diaktaye- djembe; Souleman Diop- kutiro; and Mar Gueye- sabar. Wesley spent 15 years drumming at dance workshops with Papa, including conferences in Washington, DC; Oakland, CA; St. Louis, MO; Atlanta, GA; and Tallahasse, FL. He has performed as a member of the Free Spirit Drummers and Stiltwalkers; the Culu Children's and N'Kafu Traditional African Dance Companies; Sacred Dance Ministry; and Papa's own dance company, Alabatu. Wesley has instructed African drumming with children at summer camps, festivals and workshops in Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas.

In 1992, Wesley was recruited to join the FIYIYI Black Masking Indian group after playing the African bass drum on Mardi Gras Day. For the next 30 years, Wesley would play New Orleans' music with African drums with FIYIYI and the Mandingo Warriors. Performances included the Hopi, Navajo, and Yavapi Indian Reservations, the White House, and Paris, France.

In 2001, Wesley introduced his drum making workshop at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. The drums made at the many festivals, schools, and day care center workshop help children develop patience and creativity while using recycled items. First Lady Laura Bush and a group of school kids have played on his drums at a New Orleans' Children Museum workshop.

In 2013, Wesley wrote and co-produced "Spirit of the Drum", a drummer's presentation of New Orleans' street rituals and celebrations. With Artistic Director Binta B. McDaniels as co-producer, Spirit of the Drums was presented at the West African Reseach Center in Dakar, Senegal. In 2017, the production debuted in the U. S. at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival as Kamau and the Spirit of the Drums. This was Wesley’s first festival appearance as a bandleader.

In 2018, Wesley co-authored the book “Fire in the Hole: The Spirit Work Of FIYIYI & The Mandingo Warriors. FIYIYI and the Mandingo Warriors appeared at book signings and panel discusions at events, including the Louisiana Book Festival in Baton Rouge, and the Tennessee Williams Book Festival in New Orleans.

In 2022, Wesley self- published “Mr. Drummer and the Cowrie Shell Hat”, a non-fiction story of a grandfather’s contributions as a cultural bearer. Using the book’s artifacts, costumes, and drums, Wesley developed an interactive storytelling presentation for kindergarden to 5th grade students.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum presents its weekly Balcony Courtyard concert series on Tuesday at 5pm CDT. Bring your blanket! Seats are not provided for outdoor programs. 

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for their weekly Courtyard Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum’s balcony! Tune in every Tuesday at 5pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

Join us at Rich Family Ministries’ 4th Annual Freedom For All Sneaker Ball, hosted by FoxandRob at the New Orleans Jazz Museum. This year’s theme, Reel Stories, Real Impact, celebrates unity and service among couples.

Dress in your best black-and-white attire and sneakers for a glamorous night featuring live music by ANTWIGADEE!, southern cuisine from local chefs, and an awards ceremony honoring community champions.

Bring your crew and help us make a difference—your support fuels our mission to save lives by saving time. Let’s celebrate style, heart, and impact together!

This program takes place inside our third floor Performance Center, listening room.

Get tickets or learn more here!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-freedom-for-all-sneaker-ball-tickets-1258913868269

Catch the unique sounds of Nola native Clarence Johnson III and his band Cornerstone live at the New Orleans Jazz Museum Friday June 20th 2pm-3pm!

The New Orleans Jazz Museum presents. Join us as we celebrate the artists that make New Orleans a world destination for music. 

This program takes place inside our third-floor Performance Center, listening room. Admission is free and open to the public, seating is limited and offered first-come, first-serve.

Enjoy jazz music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for our daily Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in at 2 pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum and Jazz Foundation of America present a live performance by Haruka Kikuchi with Jazz Spirtson Wednesday, June 18th at 2:00 PM CDT inside the New Orleans Jazz Museum. 

This program takes place inside our third floor Performance Center, listening room. Admission is free and open to the public, seating is limited and offered first come, first serve.

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for our daily Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in at 2pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

Todays Balcony concert has been canceled due to rain

Spend a powerful day behind the drums with legendary percussionist and educator Dr. John Wooton, known around the world as The American Drum Professor. This one-day intensive camp is a unique opportunity to dive deep into rhythm, technique, and performance with one of the top minds in modern drumming.

Dr. Wooton brings decades of expertise as a master of rudimental snare, drum set, and world percussion—blending military precision with musical artistry. Whether you're a student, educator, or passionate drummer, this event will challenge and inspire your playing.

What to Expect:

• Rudimental and snare drum masterclasses

• Drum set groove & technique sessions

• Hands-on workshops with personalized feedback

• Q&A and insights into a career in music

The New Orleans Jazz Museum and Wesley Phillips presents Drumming Circle.  

This program takes place inside our Education Center located outside the first floor.

Please contact Wesley Phillips (504) 250-5244 if you are interested in signing up for classes.

Wesley Phillips

The Ultimate Sideman

Wesley was born and raised in New Orleans, LA and has been playing music for over 50 years. He began playing the bongos and the conga drum with the Desire Poets in 1972. He played for Mama Suma, Free Southern Theater, New Orleans Dance Co., and the Energy Funk Band.

Wesley joined the Southern University in New Orleans' jazz program and studied under Edward "Kidd" Jordan in 1976. Wesley performed with SUNO’s big band, jazz ensemble, and african percussion groups at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival through 1982. Kidd introdued Wesley to Sun Ra at the 1979 Jazz Fest. This began his tour with Sun Ra and his Solar Arkestra from 1979 to 1981, including the 1981 Chicago Jazz Fest on PBS. He later appeared with Sun Ra and his Cosmic Love Adventure Arkestra at music festivals from 1989 to 1991 in New Orleans, Birmingham, AL, and Jackson, MS.

In 1980, Wesley began his 16 years of playing gospel music on an album with Alvin Bridges and the Desire Community Choir. He played on four additional albums, and after many years at the Jazz Fest, the choir was invited to a three week tour of Italy.

In 1987, Wesley began his 10 year study of Afro-Brazilian culture with Curtis Pierre and Casa Samba. He has appeared in parades, festivals, theater, and television shows, presenting the folklore and celebrations of Brazil.

He was introduced to Senegalese culture by Abdoulaye "Papa" Camara in 1990 and have studied with former members of the Senegal National Ballet, including Abdoulaye Diaktaye- djembe; Souleman Diop- kutiro; and Mar Gueye- sabar. Wesley spent 15 years drumming at dance workshops with Papa, including conferences in Washington, DC; Oakland, CA; St. Louis, MO; Atlanta, GA; and Tallahasse, FL. He has performed as a member of the Free Spirit Drummers and Stiltwalkers; the Culu Children's and N'Kafu Traditional African Dance Companies; Sacred Dance Ministry; and Papa's own dance company, Alabatu. Wesley has instructed African drumming with children at summer camps, festivals and workshops in Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas.

In 1992, Wesley was recruited to join the FIYIYI Black Masking Indian group after playing the African bass drum on Mardi Gras Day. For the next 30 years, Wesley would play New Orleans' music with African drums with FIYIYI and the Mandingo Warriors. Performances included the Hopi, Navajo, and Yavapi Indian Reservations, the White House, and Paris, France.

In 2001, Wesley introduced his drum making workshop at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. The drums made at the many festivals, schools, and day care center workshop help children develop patience and creativity while using recycled items. First Lady Laura Bush and a group of school kids have played on his drums at a New Orleans' Children Museum workshop.

In 2013, Wesley wrote and co-produced "Spirit of the Drum", a drummer's presentation of New Orleans' street rituals and celebrations. With Artistic Director Binta B. McDaniels as co-producer, Spirit of the Drums was presented at the West African Reseach Center in Dakar, Senegal. In 2017, the production debuted in the U. S. at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival as Kamau and the Spirit of the Drums. This was Wesley’s first festival appearance as a bandleader.

In 2018, Wesley co-authored the book “Fire in the Hole: The Spirit Work Of FIYIYI & The Mandingo Warriors. FIYIYI and the Mandingo Warriors appeared at book signings and panel discusions at events, including the Louisiana Book Festival in Baton Rouge, and the Tennessee Williams Book Festival in New Orleans.

In 2022, Wesley self- published “Mr. Drummer and the Cowrie Shell Hat”, a non-fiction story of a grandfather’s contributions as a cultural bearer. Using the book’s artifacts, costumes, and drums, Wesley developed an interactive storytelling presentation for kindergarden to 5th grade students.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum presents Roderick Paulin. Join us as we celebrate the artists that make New Orleans a world destination for music. 

This program takes place inside our third-floor Performance Center, listening room. Admission is free and open to the public, seating is limited and offered first-come, first-serve.

Enjoy jazz music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for our daily Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in at 2 pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

Roderick Paulin

If the name Paulin sounds familiar, there’s a reason for that – Roderick Paulin is the son of legendary New Orleans bandleader Ernest “Doc” Paulin who led brass bands on the streets of New Orleans for over 70 years. Roderick’s musical career spans over four decades collaborating with artists such as John Legend, Harry Connick Jr.,  Aaron Neville, Allen Toussaint, Maceo Parker, Fred Wesley, Christian McBride, Trombone ‘Shorty’ Andrews, Wynton Marsalis, The Grateful Dead, PJ Morton, The Brand New Heavies, The Afghan Whigs, Branford Marsalis, and the ReBirth Brass Band. Paulin’s experience as an arranger, producer, and saxophonist/clarinetist continues to serve him well as he’s a highly sought after clinician/master class educator teaching the fundamentals of music and economic empowerment to students of all ages and demographics. For the last 10 years, Paulin has served on the faculty of the Louis Armstrong Summer Jazz Camp of New Orleans which is the longest running, minority-owned and operated music organization that serves public and private school students of New Orleans and surrounding communities. Roderick completed his undergraduate music degree at Southern University New Orleans (SUNO) under the guidance of New Orleans avant-garde saxophonist Edward “Kidd” Jordan, and the previously mentioned pianist and composer Roger Dickerson. 

After some 30 plus years of performing in every musical setting one can think of, Roderick returned to school at 50 years old and completed his Masters Degree at Louisiana State University (LSU - May 2022) during the Pandemic and he’s continuing his academic studies currently as a Doctoral candidate pursuing the PhD in Music Education at LSU as well. Besides his musical affiliations, Paulin serves the local New Orleans music community by educating musicians about mental, financial, social, and physical health through the Musicians Council on Fair Wages(MCFW) which he presides over reinforcing their mission by mentoring artists and providing guidance achieving success in the entertainment industry. Paulin also curates a music radio program called Jazz Across America, in conjunction with San Diego City College on jazz radio station KSDS 88.3FM where he promotes New Orleans music, culture, and business. He co-authored the book Men Cry Out that speaks to the positive effects of improving oneself personally and professionally. Paulin was featured in the Memphis Voyager Magazine's Inspiring Stories as a "Hidden Gem" in the July 2022 issue.  

The New Orleans Jazz Museum and NOCCA Foundation presents Concert Series featuring Maxwell S. Arceneaux on Thursday, June 12th at 2:00 PM CDT inside the New Orleans Jazz Museum. 

This program takes place inside our third floor Performance Center, listening room. Admission is free and open to the public, seating is limited and offered first come, first serve.

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for our daily Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in at 2pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

Maxwell S. Arceneaux (Bio) @maxwell_arceneaux - Instagram handle / tag

Maxwell S. Arceneaux is a classically trained French horn player, composer and arranger with a passion for both orchestral and solo performance. With a foundation in classical music, he has performed with esteemed orchestras, including the Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra, the Colour of Music Festival Orchestra, and the NEWorks Orchestra at the Kennedy Center. His orchestral work spans symphonic and opera repertoire, showcasing his depth and versatility as a musician.

In addition to his classical roots, Maxwell is a dynamic soloist, seamlessly blending classical and contemporary styles. As a featured resident artist at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, he presents engaging solo performances, offering audiences a mix of classical, pop, and original compositions. His solo career has taken him to stages such as the Cayman Islands Arts Music Festival and the prestigious MD Chapter of The Links, Inc. Peabody Concert Series, where he premiered both his own compositions and celebrated classical works.

Beyond performance, Maxwell is an accomplished composer and arranger with strong transposition skills, allowing him to adapt music for various ensembles and settings. His artistic voice is further captured in his three studio albums—Believe (2022), Identity (2021), and Discovery (2020)—which showcase his range as both a performer and a composer.

Maxwell holds a Master of Music in Classical Horn Performance from Shenandoah University and a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University. His musical journey began at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA 2018 alum), where he developed the foundation for his artistry.

Whether performing in a grand concert hall, composing for a special event, or bringing music to an intimate gathering, Maxwell’s dedication to his craft is evident in every note he plays.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum presents its weekly Balcony Courtyard concert series on Tuesday at 5pm CDT. Bring your blanket! Seats are not provided for outdoor programs. 

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for their weekly Courtyard Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum’s balcony! Tune in every Tuesday at 5pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum and Wesley Phillips presents Drumming Circle.  

This program takes place inside our Education Center located outside the first floor.

Please contact Wesley Phillips (504) 250-5244 if you are interested in signing up for classes.

Wesley Phillips

The Ultimate Sideman

Wesley was born and raised in New Orleans, LA and has been playing music for over 50 years. He began playing the bongos and the conga drum with the Desire Poets in 1972. He played for Mama Suma, Free Southern Theater, New Orleans Dance Co., and the Energy Funk Band.

Wesley joined the Southern University in New Orleans' jazz program and studied under Edward "Kidd" Jordan in 1976. Wesley performed with SUNO’s big band, jazz ensemble, and african percussion groups at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival through 1982. Kidd introdued Wesley to Sun Ra at the 1979 Jazz Fest. This began his tour with Sun Ra and his Solar Arkestra from 1979 to 1981, including the 1981 Chicago Jazz Fest on PBS. He later appeared with Sun Ra and his Cosmic Love Adventure Arkestra at music festivals from 1989 to 1991 in New Orleans, Birmingham, AL, and Jackson, MS.

In 1980, Wesley began his 16 years of playing gospel music on an album with Alvin Bridges and the Desire Community Choir. He played on four additional albums, and after many years at the Jazz Fest, the choir was invited to a three week tour of Italy.

In 1987, Wesley began his 10 year study of Afro-Brazilian culture with Curtis Pierre and Casa Samba. He has appeared in parades, festivals, theater, and television shows, presenting the folklore and celebrations of Brazil.

He was introduced to Senegalese culture by Abdoulaye "Papa" Camara in 1990 and have studied with former members of the Senegal National Ballet, including Abdoulaye Diaktaye- djembe; Souleman Diop- kutiro; and Mar Gueye- sabar. Wesley spent 15 years drumming at dance workshops with Papa, including conferences in Washington, DC; Oakland, CA; St. Louis, MO; Atlanta, GA; and Tallahasse, FL. He has performed as a member of the Free Spirit Drummers and Stiltwalkers; the Culu Children's and N'Kafu Traditional African Dance Companies; Sacred Dance Ministry; and Papa's own dance company, Alabatu. Wesley has instructed African drumming with children at summer camps, festivals and workshops in Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas.

In 1992, Wesley was recruited to join the FIYIYI Black Masking Indian group after playing the African bass drum on Mardi Gras Day. For the next 30 years, Wesley would play New Orleans' music with African drums with FIYIYI and the Mandingo Warriors. Performances included the Hopi, Navajo, and Yavapi Indian Reservations, the White House, and Paris, France.

In 2001, Wesley introduced his drum making workshop at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. The drums made at the many festivals, schools, and day care center workshop help children develop patience and creativity while using recycled items. First Lady Laura Bush and a group of school kids have played on his drums at a New Orleans' Children Museum workshop.

In 2013, Wesley wrote and co-produced "Spirit of the Drum", a drummer's presentation of New Orleans' street rituals and celebrations. With Artistic Director Binta B. McDaniels as co-producer, Spirit of the Drums was presented at the West African Reseach Center in Dakar, Senegal. In 2017, the production debuted in the U. S. at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival as Kamau and the Spirit of the Drums. This was Wesley’s first festival appearance as a bandleader.

In 2018, Wesley co-authored the book “Fire in the Hole: The Spirit Work Of FIYIYI & The Mandingo Warriors. FIYIYI and the Mandingo Warriors appeared at book signings and panel discusions at events, including the Louisiana Book Festival in Baton Rouge, and the Tennessee Williams Book Festival in New Orleans.

In 2022, Wesley self- published “Mr. Drummer and the Cowrie Shell Hat”, a non-fiction story of a grandfather’s contributions as a cultural bearer. Using the book’s artifacts, costumes, and drums, Wesley developed an interactive storytelling presentation for kindergarden to 5th grade students.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum presents Susanne Ortner. Join us as we celebrate the artists that make New Orleans a world destination for music.  

This program takes place inside our third floor Performance Center, listening room. Admission is free and open to the public, seating is limited and offered first come, first serve.

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for our daily Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in at 2pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

Susanne Ortner

Great sensitivity and versatility are some of the trademarks of German born clarinetist, saxophonist and composer Susanne Ortner.

 Hailed as “a musician par excellence, capable of moving you deeply” (Augsburger Allgemeine Zeitung), she made her way to New Orleans via Pittsburgh, PA, where she helped Holocaust survivors tell their stories - in words and music. 

 Always searching for the mutual in the different, Susanne has delved deeply into a myriad of different styles and genres - from klezmer, to New Orleans jazz, Manouche, and lately Brazilian choro. Her group Choro No Bayou (formerly known as Macumba) celebrated their debut at Jazzfest in 2024.

Susanne has arranged and composed music for many theatrical productions including “Mazel” by Amy Hartman,“Our Class” by Tadeusz Slobozianek, and "Die Weihnachtsgeschichte" by The Augsburger Puppenkiste . She appears on several CDs and has recorded the following CDs as leader or co-leader: “Last Stop Sehnsucht” (Susanne Ortner Trio, 2020), “Die Musik aus der Weihnachtsgeschichte" (Susanne Ortner quartet), “A Trip To America” and “Hot World Chamber Music” (Ortner-Roberts Duo), and “Khosn Kale Mazl-Tov” (Sing Your Soul). She is the subject of the  book “Living the Dream” – Für die Musik nach Amerika” (Wissner Verlag Augsburg, 2011), written by German Television journalist Helge Fuhst.

 Since her arrival to the city in 2017, Susanne has established herself within the jazz community, and has performed – mostly in duos and trios –with New Orleans greats such as Tom McDermott, James Singleton, and many others.

 In her show with Oscar Rossignoli on piano, and Lex Warshawsky on bass, Susanne showcases a variety of her many facets within her originals, as well as within a kaleidoscope of musics that shaped her - from Brazilian choros and New Orleans tunes to vocals in German from the Weimar Republic era - the undertones always being her delicate vulnerability, velvety sound, and raw authenticity.

 Click here to learn more about Susanne Ortner!

The New Orleans Jazz Museum and NOCCA Foundation presents Concert Series featuring “The Lagniappe Sessions” & NOCCA Jazz Department on Thursday, June 5th at 2:00 PM CDT inside the New Orleans Jazz Museum. 

This program takes place inside our third floor Performance Center, listening room. Admission is free and open to the public, seating is limited and offered first come, first serve.

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for our daily Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in at 2pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

@wwno_fm & @adonisrosedrums - Instagram handle / tag

The Lagniappe Sessions with Adonis Rose broadcasted on WWNO 89.9 FM.  The Lagniappe Sessions features musicians, writers, visual artists, and community leaders that protect and promote New Orleans culture. Join Adonis Rose, NOCCA 1992 alum, Grammy-Award-winning Performing Artist, Executive Director of the NOCCA Foundation, Artistic Director of The New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, and host of the Lagniappe Sessions, for a special live (recorded) interview with various guests on Thursday, April 17th, 2:00 p.m. at the Jazz Museum. 

Current NOCCA Jazz Students Level II - lEVEL IV (Opening Act before the live recording of the Lagniappe Sessions)

@nocca.nola & @noccafoundation - Instagram handle / tag

The Jazz Instrumental Music Department is designed to create not only a proficient Jazz performer, but a well-educated and literate musician. Students are taught scales, chords, and fundamental stylistic elements of various periods of Jazz through specific repertoire of Jazz literature. Students are expected to memorize a minimum of four songs with solo transcriptions each semester and perform these works in a combo setting in class and the weekly student performance class. Students will also perform these requirements at the Jazz juries at the end of each semester. 

This event is free and open to all. 

The New Orleans Jazz Museum and Jazz Foundation of America present a performance by Larry Sieberth on Wednesday, June 4th at 2:00 PM CDT inside the New Orleans Jazz Museum. 

This program takes place inside our third floor Performance Center, listening room. Admission is free and open to the public, seating is limited and offered first come, first serve.

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for our daily Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in at 2pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.

Larry Sieberth

Larry Sieberth's local ensembles vary from New Orleans traditional to questing improvisations, from the avant-garde to mainstream jazz and R&B. He has performed at virtually every venue in New Orleans, from small clubs to the annual New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival where he has been a regularly featured artist and musical director of over 30 years. His collaborations with notable local performers include Johnny Adams, Charles Neville, Allen Toussaint, Irma Thomas, Tony Dagradi, John Vidacovich, Luther Kent, Brian ‘Breeze’ Cayolle, Victor Goines, and Jason Marsalis. He presently performs and tours with Gerald French & the Original Tuxedo Jazzband and vocalist Germaine Bazzle.

Ali Lefevre - is a wonderful singer that l've used for demos for several decades, but we've never really performed together so l've built this show around her - thank you and hope to see you then

Click here to learn more about Larry Sieberth!

The New Orleans Jazz Museum presents its weekly Balcony Courtyard concert series on Tuesday at 5pm CDT. Bring your blanket! Seats are not provided for outdoor programs. 

Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for their weekly Courtyard Live-Stream Concert Series, in which dynamic musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum’s balcony! Tune in every Tuesday at 5pm on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.