OffBeat recognizes the Dirty Dozen Brass Band with the Lifetime Achievement Award

March 03, 2021  /  Admin

OffBeat recognizes the timeless Dirty Dozen Brass Band with the Lifetime Achievement Award

This year, OffBeat Magazine joyfully jumps into the second line to acknowledge the Dirty Dozen Brass Band’s contributions to New Orleans’ spirited soundtrack by honoring the ensemble with its Lifetime Achievement Award in Music.

Original members, trumpeter and vocalist Gregory Davis, tenor saxophonist Kevin Harris, sousaphonist Kirk Joseph, and baritone saxophonist Roger Lewis also offer their present-day insights on their experiences with the Dirty Dozen. The group, which has successfully endured numerous personnel changes, now includes drummer Julian Addison, guitarist Takashi Shimmura and trombonist TJ Norris.

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April 17th & 18th - Florida Tour Dates

March 01, 2021  /  Admin

We’ll be returning to Florida next month performing at the Capitol Theatre in Clearwater on April 17th, followed by the make-up date in Ponte Vedra after we were rained out a few weeks back. Check our Tour Page for info on all the shows & keep an eye out for more to come!

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Preservation Hall Legacy Foundation Ceremony

October 23, 2020  /  Admin

Roger Lewis is honored to be selected as a Master Practitioner by the Preservation Hall Foundation. The Foundation’s Legacy Program was originally established in 2015 to reflect the values and practices from Preservation Hall’s history, providing tangible support to elder musicians, ensuring our culture bearers are honored, and that their enduring contributions are celebrated and rewarded for many generations to come. You can join the virtual celebration honoring this year's six Legacy Program inductees! The ceremony, hosted by Ben Jaffe, will stream live on the Preservation Hall Band YouTube page this Wednesday, October 28 at 7 PM Central.

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