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Bridging Artistry and Advocacy: Julia Holt, Esquire
A lifelong musician, this New Orleans native turned her performance career toward advocacy in the arts by specializing in entertainment law.
– by Kim Ranjbar
Drum Roles: Glen Finister Andrews
Brought up with the traditions of his musical family, drummer Glen Finister Andrews is equally at home playing in the French Quarter streets and iconic venues like Preservation Hall.
– by Karen Lozinski
Saving the Sounds of New Orleans
The New Orleans Musicians' Clinic and Assistance Foundation’s new program Save Sounds renews efforts to prevent and treat hearing loss among music lovers and musicians.
– by Kim Ranjbar
Stories from the Extraordinary Life of Dr. Qube: Quint Davis
The longtime executive director of Jazz Fest, Quint Davis takes listeners behind the scenes in this candid – and laughter-filled – podcast interview.
– interview by Nan Parati, “Welcome to Nanlandia” podcast
Electric Yat Quartet: Beyond the Traditional
With a repertoire that includes jazz, tangos and contemporary hits – in addition to classical music – the Electric Yat Quartet goes “eclectic.”
—by Dean M. Shapiro
Something About Gina Forsyth
With a wicked sense of humor, stellar instrumental skills and a voice that stirs listeners, this singer-songwriter hits all the heart notes.
- by Rheta Grimsley Johnson
The Bay St. Louis Booker
On November 8, 1983 - 36 years ago this week - legendary New Orleans pianist James Booker passed on. While his legacy grows even stronger in the city, recent interviews with Bay St. Louis family members give details about Booker's early life on the Mississippi coast - and explain why "the Bay" became one of his touchstones.
- by Edward Gibson
Swamp Moves on a Summer Night
This jazz duo and their musical guests filled a hidden upstairs bar on Decatur Street with laughter and jazz - and an excellent vibe, even in the thick of summer.
- by Christopher Louis Romaguera