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FOC Film Series: Roots of Fire

  • New Orleans Jazz Museum 400 Esplanade Ave. New Orleans United States (map)

Friends of Cabildo Film Series presents Roots of Fire on Wednesday, September 13th at 6:30 PM CDT at the New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old US Mint.

Short Q&A with historians and filmmakers after each screening.

Tickets $15 G.A., $10 Members | Fill Six (6) Film Package $40 Member, $50 G.A.

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

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Roots of Fire

In Roots of Fire, a group of musicians honor the rich history and cultural legacy of Cajun music. The genre's contemporary scene in Louisiana has found mainstream success with Grammy Award nominations and wins, but shuttering venues and aging fans leave some questioning the music’s longevity. Featuring electrifying performances, this vibrant documentary examines the intersection between music and preserving tradition for future generations.

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