Trombonist

Few artists embody the heart and soul of their city like Trombone Shorty. Perhaps the most recognizable ambassador for New Orleans music working today, Shorty has spent his entire life not only carrying the torch for Crescent City culture, but also propelling it forward into the 21st century with his ecstatic live performances and intoxicating blend of rock, funk, soul, jazz, blues, hip-hop, and Caribbean influences.

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Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

The Center

Coming off his Grammy-nominated 2025 album Second Line Sunday, Trombone Shorty returns with his band Orleans Avenue to bring high-octane New Orleans funk to the Filene Center. A national treasure and multigenerational talent, the iconic Mavis Staples lays it down with The Staple Singers’ classics “I’ll Take You There” and “Respect Yourself,” plus other highlights from her vast career, including her latest solo album Sad and Beautiful World (2025). Rounding out the lineup is powerhouse country soul duo The War And Treaty with “That’s How Love is Made,” “Five More Minutes,” and more.

Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts

Experience a taste of New Orleans with jazz/funk icons Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with special guest Dumpstaphunk. Born Troy Andrews, Grammy-winner Trombone Shorty got his nickname and start in music earlier than most, making his New Orleans Jazz Fest debut at just four years old alongside Bo Diddley and leading his own brass band by six. A prodigy turned powerhouse, he has since grown into one of the most electrifying performers in music today. Whether headlining festivals, lighting up TV stages or captivating arenas worldwide he’s a magnetic showman with unmatched talent on the horn.

Dumpstaphunk has cemented its reputation as one of the most respected New Orleans musical institutions. Ivan Neville (keyboards, vocals) and Ian Neville (guitar), the sons of Aaron Neville and Art “Poppa Funk” Neville respectively, alongside original member Tony Hall (bass, guitar, vocals) have built upon their iconic NOLA legacy to become the city’s pre-eminent 21st-century funk-fusion export.

The Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg

Born Troy Andrews, Trombone Shorty got his start (and nickname) earlier than most: at four, he made his first appearance at Jazz Fest performing with Bo Diddley; at six, he was leading his own brass band; and by his teenage years, he was hired by Lenny Kravitz to join the band he assembled for his Electric Church World Tour. Shorty’s proven he’s more than just a horn player, though. Catch a gig, open the pages of the New York Times or Vanity Fair, flip on any late-night or morning TV show and you’ll see an undeniable star with utterly magnetic charisma, a natural born showman who can command an audience with the best of them.

Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts

All weekend, enjoy the simulcast from the final two Arena acts on the Jimmy Lyons Stage in Dizzy’s Den.

Jimmy Lyons Stage Simulcast

Monterey Jazz Festival

If anybody knows their way around a festival, it’s Trombone Shorty. Born Troy Andrews, he got his start (and nickname) earlier than most: at four, he made his first appearance at Jazz Fest performing with Bo Diddley; at six, he was leading his own brass band; and by his teenage years, he was hired by Lenny Kravitz to join the band he assembled for his Electric Church World Tour. Shorty’s proven he’s more than just a horn player, though. Catch a gig, open the pages of the New York Times or Vanity Fair, flip on any late-night TV show and you’ll see an undeniable star with utterly magnetic charisma, a natural born showman who can command an audience with the best of them. 

Veterans Memorial Auditorium

It was after midnight when Trombone Shorty stepped offstage at the House of Blues in New Orleans, but he wasn’t done playing yet. Not by a long shot.

Wind Creek Bethlehem

Trombone Shorty brings an eclectic show crafted in the rich music scene of his hometown of New Orleans. Evoking the tradition of the second line parades of his native city, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue fuse jazz, funk, pop, Hip Hop, and rock music into a celebratory and buoyant bayou sound.

State Theatre New Jersey

Experience an electrifying night of music at the Festival at Sandpoint with the sensational Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and the iconic Big Boi! Set against the picturesque backdrop of Sandpoint, this unforgettable concert is scheduled for Saturday, July 27, 2024, promising an evening filled with soul-stirring jazz, soul, R&B, hip hop, and rap performances.

**Event Highlights:**

- **Date:** Saturday, July 27, 2024
- **Venue:** The Festival at Sandpoint, a renowned location known for hosting unforgettable performances.
- **Box Office Opens:** 5:00 PM
- **Gates Open:** General Admission & Season Pass holders can enter starting at 6:00 PM.
- **Concert Start Time:** The musical journey begins at 7:30 PM.

**Featured Artists:**

- **Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue:** Dive into a night of jazz, soul, R&B, and hip hop with Trombone Shorty, a GRAMMY-nominated artist known for his electrifying performances and a blend of musical genres that promises to lift your spirits and get you moving. With a career spanning numerous chart-topping albums and collaborations with music legends, Trombone Shorty brings the essence of New Orleans to Sandpoint with his dynamic band.

- **Big Boi:** As one half of the legendary duo OutKast, Big Boi has set the pace for hip hop culture. With a legacy of diamond-selling albums and multiple GRAMMY Awards, Big Boi's solo performance is set to deliver an unforgettable experience with his signature blend of hip hop and rap that has influenced the genre for decades.

**Ticket Information:**

- **General Admission:** $59.95 (before taxes and fees). Secure your spot for this must-see event by purchasing your tickets early!

**Please Note:** The Festival at Sandpoint is dedicated to providing a spectacular venue for artists to showcase their talents. However, it does not control artist performance content, including house music, opening acts, pre-show announcements, set lists, and video production elements. Attendees are advised that performances may include explicit content that may be considered inappropriate for some audiences.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to witness Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and Big Boi live in concert. It's more than just a musical event; it's a celebration of culture, rhythm, and the power of live performance to unite and inspire. Buy your tickets now and be part of the magic at the Festival at Sandpoint!

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Big Boi

Festival at Sandpoint

Multi-instrumentalist, band leader, author, philanthropist, and international icon Trombone Shorty preserves and propels the musical traditions of Tremé as “the face of New Orleans music” (The Washington Post). The Grammy Award winner’s extensive list of accomplishments includes touring with Lenny Kravitz; sharing the stage with a diverse array of talents from the Foo Fighters, to Bruno Mars, to Ringo Starr, to Green Day; and performing at vaunted venues such as the White House and blockbuster events including the NBA All-Star Game and Coachella. The seven-time OffBeat Artist of the Year leads his legendary ensemble, Orleans Avenue, in a high-octane performance that blends New Orleans jazz with rock, funk, and hip-hop influences.

College of Charleston

Take Me to the River All-stars

Joy Theater

“Take a handful of funk, add a pitcher of R&B, toss in some jazz, sprinkle a dusting of hip-hop and sauté that gumbo under a sizzling New Orleans flame for a flavorful musical dish. It’s what the Crescent City’s Trombone Shorty has been serving up for the better part of two decades.” —Hal Horowitz A childhood prodigy, Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews debuted with Bo Diddley at 4, led his own brass band at 6 and toured with Lenny Kravitz at 13. His encyclopedic knowledge of the brass band tradition allows him to play it straight or incorporate it with funk, jazz, hip hop, soul and blues — all of which have made him wildly popular around the globe.

Playhouse Square

Trombone Shorty embodies the heart-pumping, foot-stomping soul of New Orleans. Breathing new life into the brass band tradition, his sound swirls together funk, rock, blues, jazzy improvisational genius and all the joyful swagger of hip hop. This year, the GRAMMY® winner received a fifth nomination for his exhilarating album Second Line Sunday. Wherever he performs — the White House, the Super Bowl, MSG, even Sesame Street — New Orleans is in the house!

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Events

Upcoming events

Oct 23, 2026

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Mavis Staples · New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Past events

Jul 31, 2026

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue · Center for the Arts

Jul 18, 2026

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue · Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts

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