August 23 - : Thursdays at Twilight: Roamin’ Jasmine” was so popular last year, they just had to come back. This talented swing jazz band is forged from the busking music scene of New Orleans. Their repertoire explores 1920s era speakeasy blues, vintage Calypso from Trinidad, seminal 1950s New Orleans Rhythm & Blues, and original compositions, all set to traditional jazz instrumentation with original arrangements. Grab your mint julep and get ready for an enjoyable evening. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions.
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Leroy Jones
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightThursdays at Twilight: Leroy Jones has been a central figure in the New Orleans Jazz scene since the mid-seventies and continues to expand and refine his musicianship in ways that manifest his multifaceted talent. "I remember Leroy years ago in New Orleans. He was always regarded as the greatest. For young musicians like me, he was exciting. For the older ones, he was the keeper of the flame, but Leroy did more than keep the flame. He started a forest fire". - Harry Connick, Jr. Grab your mint julep and get ready for an enjoyable evening. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions.
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Bon Operatit
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightFrom West Side Story to La Bohème, New Orleans opera singers Lauren Mouney Gisclair, Mary Penick Akin, Joseph Akin, and Jacob Penick serve up an appetizing selection of your favorite operatic and musical theatre show tunes! Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions. To read more about the band, please visit their website at bonoperatit.com.
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The New Orleans Mystics
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightBuy your tickets early so you will not miss this show featuring the music of Motown. Songs from the Temptations, O’Jays, Marvin Gaye and Otis Redding will all be part of this soulful tribute to some of the greatest music from the 1970s. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions.
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Wanda Rouzan and A Taste of New Orleans
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightWanda is known as one of the Crescent City’s premier musical ambassadors. She and her band, “A Taste of New Orleans,”, has toured the United States, Australia, Europe, Brazil, and Japan, taking her music all over the world. Wanda fuses blues, jazz, gospel, and soul, into a ‘jump on your feet and sing along’ music revival. Wanda Rouzan was honored by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival when her Grand Marshall portrait graced the 1999 promotional poster commemorating its 30th anniversary. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions. To read more about the band, please visit their website at wandarouzan.com.
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David L. Harris sings Nat King Cole
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightDavid L. Harris embodies the edge of modern jazz and the sultriness of the blues. Some may remember him as the incredible trombone player who performed with David Torkanowsky a few years ago. David L. Harris is back with his own band and will perform songs from Nat King Cole as well as music from his new CD, “Blues I Felt”. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions. To read more about the band, please visit their website at davidlharrismusic.com.
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James Rivers Movement
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightJames Rivers is a New Orleans musical treasure. He plays a mixture of rock, progressive jazz, rhythm and blues, and gospel. It is the sort of music that implies something for everybody. James Rivers, one of only three jazz musicians ever known to play the bagpipes, would probably call himself a saxophonist, but his forte is really an amazing musical dexterity that has helped him master a dozen other instruments. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions.
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John Rankin
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightJoined by Don Vappie on the bass and banjo, Tom Fisher on clarinet, and Washbord Chaz, John Rankin will perform a delightful mix of old and new classics. John Rankin always has a great show. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions. To read more about the band, please visit their website at johnrankin.net.
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Magic in the Moonlight
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicMagic in the Moonlight is an al fresco dinner held under the stars and dramatically lit oaks of the New Orleans Botanical Garden. Proceeds from this year’s Magic in the Moonlight will be used to build an outdoor teaching kitchen which will host educational programs, cooking classes, and workshops in the Garden.
The event's featured chef will prepare a four-course dinner served on flower-filled, candlelit tables in the garden. There will be a fabulous auction of special items. We promise a beautiful and fun evening to benefit the Botanical Garden; a destination of serenity and beauty in the heart of New Orleans. Click here for Magic in the Moonlight details and tickets.
Contact: Darlene Duffard, dduffard@nocp.org, 504-483-9386
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Shake ‘Em Up Jazz Band
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightFormed in 2016, this all female band performs traditional jazz across the United States and Europe.
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They are fun, upbeat, and will get you on the dance floor to “shake it.” Join the “Shake ‘Em Up Jazz Band” for their debut performance here at the Garden. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions. To read more about the band, please visit their website at shakeemupjazzband.com.
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Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Revue
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightThe Honky Tonk Revue plays vintage honky tonk, rockabilly and classic country music with a heavy dose of western swing. They have a deep-seated love and appreciation for the tried and true honky tonk sound. This exciting band manages to sound like they’ve been around since the early days of the Grand Ol’ Opry while sounding new and fresh at the same time. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions. To read more about the band, please visit their website at galholiday.com.
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The Yat Pack
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightThe “Yat Pack” is a New Orleans based band modeled on the 60s Vegas Swing Era. They will perform classic big band numbers by Frank Sinatra, Louis Prima, Dean Martin, and Bobby Darin as well as contemporary artists like Michael Bublé, Billy Joel, and Harry Connick, Jr. They will also mix in a heavy dose of good old New Orleans Rhythm & Blues. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions. To read more about the band, please visit their website at theyatpack.com.
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Boogiemen Swing Band
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightThe “Boogiemen” will perform the music of Frank Sinatra, Michael Bublé, Harry Connick Jr. and more. Don’t miss this special night of music!! Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions. To read more about the band, please visit their website at boogiemen-nola.com.
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Benny Grunch and the Bunch
ActivitiesBotanical GardenMusicThursdays at TwilightYou can’t say Benny, “Aint Dere No More,” because he will be right here in the garden performing his New Orleans hits as only “Benny Grunch and the Bunch” can do. Always entertaining, full of surprises, and new songs. Get ready for a Yat Attack with “Benny Grunch and The Bunch”. Click the ‘buy tickets’ icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the ‘more information’ below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions.
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Celebration in the Oaks Preview Party (21+)
ActivitiesBotanical GardenCelebration in the OaksMusicOne of the premier parties of the holiday season in New Orleans, this dazzling soiree kicks off the annual lights display. Guests get the first glimpse of the lights and are given exclusive access to the Botanical Garden and Train Route. Enjoy food and spirits from over 30 restaurants while dancing to live music.
Date: Friday, November 16, 2018
Hours: 7:30 pm – 11pmPlease note:
-Holiday cocktail attire required (no jeans) You will be turned away at the door if you arrive not in at least cocktail attire.
-No one under 21 years old will be admitted.
-All sales are final – no refunds or rain checks are given.-All spirits provided by Republic National Distributing Company.
Please email Natalie at NWeiss@nocp.org for details on how to become a vendor.
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