2023 JAZZ & HERITAGE GALA
AT Generations Hall, Thursday, april 27
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation presents its 23rd Annual Jazz & Heritage Gala at Generations Hall on the evening of April 27, 2023.
When
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Patron Party at 6pm
Gala at 7pm to 10pm
Where
Generations Hall
310 Andrew Higgins Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70130
Entertainment
Celebrate the night with New Orleans’ finest musicians at Generations Hall
Patron Party 6:00pm- 7:00pm
gala ballroom stage
Sponsored by the Gia Maione Prima Foundation
7:00pm-8:00pm: Heritage School of Music All-Stars with Quiana Lynell, Gabrielle Cavassa and Meryl Zimmerman
8:00pm-8:15pm: Guest DJ
8:15-9:30: Firm Roots: Herlin Riley, Derek Douget, Peter Harris, Dwight Fitch, Jr. and Ashlin Parker
Gala Heritage stage
Sponsored by Hancock Whitney
7:15pm-8:15pm: John Boutte featuring Herman Lebeaux, Oscar Rossignoli, Caleb Torkarska and Nobumasa Osaki
8:15pm-8:30pm: Guest DJ
8:30pm-9:45pm: The New Orleans All Star Torkestra: Nick Daniels III of Dumpstaphunk, Chris Adkins of Runnin Pardners, Grammy Winner, Jamison Ross, and David Torkanowsky with the “Horn Stars” horn section with special guests: Irma Thomas, Deacon John Moore, Kermit Ruffins and Erica Falls
Sponsorship Levels:
All sponsorship levels will receive recognition in Gala-related media and announcement
Heritage Star: $10,000
Patron party access for 8 guests
Reserved table seating for 8
8 Gala passes: transferrable with entry and re-entry for all days at the 2023 Jazz Fest
2 signed and numbered prints of the Official 2023 Jazz Fest poster
Culture Star: $5,000
Patron party access for 4 guests
Reserved table seating for 4
4 Gala passes: transferrable with entry and re-entry for all days at the 2023 Jazz Fest
1 Signed and numbered print of the Official 2023 Jazz Fest poster
Band Leader: $2,500
Patron party access for 2 guests
2 Gala passes: transferrable with entry and re-entry for all days at the 2023 Jazz Fest
1 numbered print of the Official 2023 Jazz Fest Poster
Gala Tickets:
Jazz Fest Gala: $800
1 Gala entry
1 Gala Pass: transferrable with entry and re-entry for all days at the 2023 Jazz Fest
Please contact Shanna Hudson-Stowe, Development Associate at 504-558-6100 or sstowe@jazzandheritage.org to confirm your patronage!
“Having a resource like the Heritage School of Music especially when it’s free is invaluable
Caroline Mendez -Heritage School of music parent
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a dress code ? The dress code for the gala is “Festive Cocktail” attire.
Will there be refreshments for the Gala ? Yes – your ticket purchase includes unlimited cocktails and delicious offerings.
Is there an auction ? Yes – the auction will be online, as well as in-person which will take place at Generations Hall. Details below.
Is parking available ? Parking details will be announced.
Gala Committee
The Gala Committee is comprised of members of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation’s Board of Directors. This event is proudly produced by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation.
Rachel Cousin, Co-Chair
Julie Wise Oreck, Co-Chair
Caryn Rodgers-Battiste, Co-Chair
Sponsors
Gala Ballroom Stage Sponsor
Gala Heritage Stage Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Heritage Star Sponsors
Culture Star Sponsors
Caroline & Robert Brickman
Julie Wise Oreck
Band Leader Patrons
Judge and Mrs. Sidney H. Cates IV
David Francis & Nicole Wright
Stephanie Burks
Steven and Karen Herman
Peggy Mendoza
Robert & Chi-Chi Millman
Hamilton Simons-Jones
Beth Arroyo Utterback, WWOZ
About the Gala
The Foundation will present its 23rd Jazz & Heritage Gala at Generations Hall on the evening of Thursday April 27, 2023. Join us as we celebrate Jazz Fest with great music, food and company.
We hope to see you in that number as a Patron or Sponsor of the Jazz & Heritage Gala. Gain access to this early opportunity to secure your ticket to the Gala and a Gala Pass to Jazz Fest 2023.
Proceeds will support the Don “Moose”Jamison Heritage School of Music. The Heritage School of Music proudly provides free-of-charge lessons taught by the finest musicians and educators the city has to offer, reaching 300 school-aged students with dynamic music instruction and opportunity
About the Heritage School of Music
The Don “Moose” Jamison Heritage School of Music proudly provides free-of-charge lessons taught by the finest musicians and educators the city has to offer, reaching more than 300 school-aged students with dynamic music instruction and opportunity. It is the Foundation’s longest standing educational program and has expanded to include a Beginners program, the Vocal workshops that take place at NORD centers across the GNO area, and Audio Production Workshops. The school holds classes three days a week at the George and Joyce Wein Jazz and Heritage Center. The state-of-the-art facility has several classrooms, a recording space, and a performance hall.