One of the best parts of the Congo Square Rhythms Fest are the talented and vibrant dance groups who continue the highly meaningful dance traditions at this historic site. This year, the dancers will be heavily featured on Sunday, March 4, from 12 - 1:30p. Check out the Cul... Read more

We welcomed Ghalia & Mama's Boys into our studio for a quick session this afternoon. Check it out!  Read more

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Rebirth Brass Band joined us in the studio during the New Orleans Music Show this afternoon to share a few songs and promote their appearance at the upcoming Congo Square Rhythms Festival, happening March 3-4! Rebirth will hit the Congo Square stage on Saturday, March 3 at ... Read more

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Congo Square Rhythms Fest is coming up this weekend! Every year features a Mardi Gras Indian battle, this year happening on Saturday, March 3 starting at 3:15p. Check out the verbal spar we caught in 2016 featuring members of the Flaming Arrows, Mohawk Hunters, and Fi-Yi-Yi... Read more

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WWOZ sat down with the great Terence Blanchard for a conversation about his work on 'Champion,' an opera in jazz. 'Champion' makes its New Orleans debut March 9 and 11, produced by the New Orleans Opera. Read more

We were happy to welcome the students of KIPP Believe Jazz Band, along with band director Mr. Keith Hart, into our studio this afternoon for the February edition of School Groove! Check out the performance from these talented kids below.      Read more

Congo Square Rhythms Fest is coming up this weekend and we've got highlights from recent years to share with you! Below, check out Casa Samba's 2016 performance.  This free festival celebrates the many traditions that trace back to Congo Square, including brass bands, Mard... Read more