Jazz & Heritage Center

The husband and wife team who created the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation will have the Foundation’s new educational and community center named in their honor.
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Jazz & Heritage Center

La. Cajun-Zydeco Festival

Rosie Ledet, the Lost Bayou Ramblers, Chubby Carrier, Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas and many more will fill the dance floor at the 7th annual Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival, June 8-9 at the Old U.S. Mint.
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La. Cajun-Zydeco Festival

Roberto Fonseca

A rising star on the international music scene, Cuban jazz pianist Roberto Fonseca will peform in a rare New Orleans appearance for one night only in a free Jazz Journey concert. Monday, Sept. 30.
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Roberto Fonseca

Crescent City Blues Fest

Jonny Lang joins James Cotton, Shemekia Copeland, Mel Waiters, Sonny Landreth, the Lee Boys, Mighty Sam McClain and many others for the 8th annual Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival, Oct. 18-20.
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Crescent City Blues Fest

Esperanza Spalding

Grammy-winning bassist, singer and composer Esperanza Spalding will perform in a special Jazz Journey concert in an all-star quartet that also features saxophonist Joe Lovano, drummer Jack Dejohnette and pianist Leo Genovese. Thursday, Feb. 6, 2014. Free!
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Esperanza Spalding
Foundation Calendar

Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival

Jun 8–9, 2013

Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival

Jun 8–9, 2013

Jazz Journey Concert: Roberto Fonseca

Monday, Sep 30, 2013
8:00 – 11:30 PM

Moving Heritage Forward Campaign

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When the Fest is over, our work is just beginning.

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation is the nonprofit that owns the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell. We use the proceeds from Jazz Fest, and other funds, for year-round programs to support our music and culture.

Education Programs

Education

The Heritage School of Music - a free program for kids ages 11 to 17 - is our main education program. We also host conferences, symposiums, lectures, forums and workshops to promote learning and dialogue. Learn More

Economic Development Programs

Economic Development

We have numerous programs to support arts and education, and to connect our musicians with employment opportunities around the world. Learn More

Cultural Enrichment Programs

Cultural Enrichment

We produce concerts, festivals and other events - most of them free to the public. It's one of the ways we support our culture - and our cultural economy. And it's fun! Learn More

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation, Inc.