Doors 7pm | Concert 7:30–9pm 

The 2026 Musical Louisiana: America’s Cultural Heritage concert will celebrate 19th-century Creole composers and innovators. Curated by Alvin Jackson of Treme’s Petit Jazz Museum, this concert will present works by Barès, Lambert, Gottschalk, Dédé, Martin, and more. 

Pairing composers alongside civic and cultural pioneers of their day, this concert reflects the interplay of art and society as a reminder that art never exists in isolation—its creation is always rooted in the world that shapes it. The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra will be joined by guest artists Doreen Ketchens, OperaCréole, Oscar Rossignoli, and Geovane Santos under the baton of Daniela Candillari. 

The concert is free and open to the public, and no registration is required. Seating at St. Louis Cathedral will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Preconcert Talk: 6 p.m., Williams Research Center (410 Chartres Street) will feature Alvin Jackson, facilitated by HNOC family historian Jari C. Honora. Doors for the talk will open at 5:30 p.m.

Free & Open to the Public