Gabrielle Cavassa is an American vocalist-composer of Italian descent who is garnering attention for her distinctive voice and intimate expression. She was crowned a winner of the International Sarah Vaughan Jazz Vocal Competition in 2021 after the independent release of her critically acclaimed debut album. Cavassa is featured on celebrated saxophonist Joshua Redman’s inaugural album with Blue Note Records, ‘where are we’, released September 2023.

Gabrielle Cavassa

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro

GRAMMY award-winning trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis formed the Uptown Jazz Orchestra (UJO) in 2008.  Featuring up to 18 accomplished musicians at any given concert, the Uptown Jazz Orchestra sets the standard for celebrating jazz.

Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra

Members of the Matsiko World Orphan are a group of young artists from several countries, organized by the nonprofit Matsiko Children International (formerly International Children’s Network). Together, they use music, dance, storytelling, and performance to inspire audiences and raise awareness about at-risk and orphaned children.

Members of Matsiko World Orphan Choir

Herlin Riley is a renowned jazz drummer, composer, and educator celebrated for his mastery of rhythm and his deep roots in New Orleans’ musical traditions. Born in New Orleans,Riley grew up immersed in the city's vibrant culture and its storied musical heritage. He began playing drums at the age of three and later developed his craft as a multi-instrumentalist, learning the trumpet before fully committing to the drums. After studying music at Southern University, Riley quickly established himself as a sought-after drummer, joining jazz legends like Ahmad Jamal, George Benson, and Harry Connick Jr. His skillful blending of traditional New Orleans rhythms with modern jazz elements has made him a defining figure in contemporary jazz.

Herlin Riley Quartet

Hope Folk Trio is a jazz trio lead by up and coming saxophonist, Nicholas Harrison.

Hope Folk Trio

Yusa is a Havana-born guitarist, bassist, vocalist, tres player, and composer. She relocated  to New Orleans in 2020 and has been spending time collaborating with many of the city’s most talented musicians. An original bandleader of Cuban bands Interactivo and Quasi Jazz, her compositions have earned her international acclaim, and her 5 albums have won her multiple awards, including one from BBC World Radio.

Yusa & World of Rhythms

Danny Abel is a versatile New Orleans guitarist known for his fluid blend of jazz, funk, rock, and modern improvisation. A sought-after sideman and dynamic bandleader, Abel has performed with many of the city’s top artists and is admired for his tasteful tone, rhythmic precision, and adventurous harmonic approach.

Danny Abel & Luciano Leães

Helen Gillet is an innovative cellist, singer, and composer known for blending jazz, classical, avant-garde, and world music influences into a unique and dynamic sound. Originally from Belgium and now based in New Orleans, Gillet has forged a distinct musical identity through her experimental approach to the cello, which incorporates live looping, improvisation, and electronic effects. Drawing inspiration from her diverse cultural background and musical training, she moves effortlessly between genres, creating richly layered compositions and striking improvisations. Gillet has collaborated with an eclectic range of artists, including avant-jazz drummer Hamid Drake, saxophonist James Singleton, and the jazz-funk group Stanton Moore Trio. Her sound is as much shaped by the traditions of European classical music as by the vibrant rhythms of New Orleans, where she has become a fixture in the city’s thriving music scene.

Helen Gillet: ReBelle Musique

Charmaine Neville, daughter of legendary saxophonist Charles Neville of the Neville Brothers, carries the torch of a rich New Orleans musical legacy. While she is rooted in the city’s vibrant traditions, Charmaine brings her own unique voice to the stage, blending R&B, Jazz, and world rhythms into a sound that’s all her own. Her performances are a reflection of the city’s spirit—bold, diverse, and deeply soulful.

Charmaine Neville Band

Victor Goines born in New Orleans is an esteemed  jazz saxophonist, clarinetist, composer, and educator. He began on clarinet at age eight and later embraced saxophone in high school, drawing early inspiration from local jazz greats like Ellis Marsalis. Goines earned his Bachelor of Music Education from Loyola University New Orleans and completed his Master of Music at Virginia Commonwealth University. Since 1993, he’s been a vital voice in the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Wynton Marsalis Septet, lending his talents to celebrated recordings—including the Pulitzer-winning Blood on the Fields—and to the orchestral performances on landmark albums like Wynton Marsalis/Eric Clapton Play the Blues. Goines has  also recorded and performed with Ahmad Jamal, Ruth Brown, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Ray Charles, Bob Dylan, Dizzy Gillespie, Lenny Kravitz, Ellis Marsalis Jr, Branford Marsalis, Dianne Reeves, Willie Nelson, Marcus Roberts, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, more.

Victor Goines Quartet

Snug Harbor is closed tonight, allowing our staff and musicians to spend time with loved ones for the holiday.

We're Closed for Christmas Eve

Jason Marsalis is the youngest son of piano patriarch and Jazz luminary Ellis Marsalis Jr.  Upon the presentation of their NEA Jazz Masters Award in 2011, The Marsalis' were declared "America's First Family of Jazz".  In addition to his renown as a drummer, Jason is also a respected vibraphonist whose 2018 release "Melody Reimagined '' with his 21st Century Trad Band rose swiftly to the top of the Billboard Jazz chart. With a fire in his heart and a passion for the music, his will to swing has never been more resolute. The maturity and the command Jason possesses over his music is clearly evident to those who have heard and seen him.

Jason Marsalis tribute to Brian Wilson & the Beach Boys

Kyle Roussel, born in Boutte, Louisiana, is a versatile pianist, composer, and producer whose music reflects the rich cultural heritage of New Orleans. Trained in classical, gospel, and jazz traditions, he studied at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts and the University of New Orleans under legendary mentors like Alvin Batiste and Ellis Marsalis Jr. His sound draws from diverse influences including James Booker, Dr. John, Stevie Wonder, and Jon Batiste, resulting in a dynamic blend of jazz, funk, gospel, and classical styles. Roussel has performed and recorded with artists such as Jon Batiste, Dave Grohl, Paul McCartney, Chance the Rapper, Irma Thomas, Ivan Neville, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and many more.

Kyle Roussel "Church of New Orleans" Grammy Nomination Celebration with Herlin Riley & Erica Falls

Steve DeTroy Trio delivers a soulful, sophisticated blend of modern jazz, New Orleans rhythm, and wide-open improvisation. Led by pianist and vocalist Steve DeTroy, the trio brings warm grooves, deep pocket, and melodic storytelling to every performance. With expressive originals, reimagined standards, and spontaneous musical conversations, the Steve DeTroy Trio creates an intimate, dynamic experience that feels both classic and fresh—perfect for jazz lovers and new listeners alike.

Steve DeTroy Trio

David Navarro is a Cuban trumpet player based in New Orleans and part of the next
generation of Cuban jazz musicians moving into the jazz spotlight.

David Navarro & Tropical Jazz Secret

Modern jazz quartet from New Orleans founded in 1978, the Astral Project has delighted audiences around the world for more than 40 years now with its unique brand of cutting edge improvisation and near telepathic interplay over deep New Orleans’ grooves. A devoted student of Eastern philosophy, Dagradi coined the band name as a reflection of the group’s quest for a higher plane of experience.  Rolling Stone Magazine describes Astral Project as "ECM-style grace with New Orleans humidity."

Astral Project

Josh Paxton is a dynamic New Orleans–based pianist celebrated for fusing the Crescent City’s deep piano traditions with modern jazz sensibilities, classical technique, and funky rhythmic flair. Trained under Ellis Marsalis at the University of New Orleans—where he earned his master’s degree—Paxton has become a fixture of the city’s music scene, performing as both a solo artist and sideman with artists like Bruce Hornsby, Maria Muldaur, the Wild Magnolias, and Debbie Davis . A recognized authority on New Orleans piano legends, he has published transcriptions of James Booker, Professor Longhair, and more

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro

Dec 19, 2025

Herlin Riley Quartet

Dec 20, 2025

Hope Folk Trio

Dec 20, 2025

Yusa & World of Rhythms

Dec 21, 2025

Danny Abel & Luciano Leães

Dec 21, 2025

Helen Gillet: ReBelle Musique

Dec 18, 2025

Gabrielle Cavassa

17 - 18 Dec, 2025

Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro