Brian Quezergue Trio with Courtney Bryan
Date and Time
Thu, Aug 21, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Location
Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro
626 Frenchmen St
New Orleans, LA 70116
Event Details
Brian Quezergue Trio with Courtney BryanBrian Quezergue is a respected New Orleans bassist, educator, and bandleader, and the son of legendary arranger Wardell Quezergue. A graduate of Southern University at New Orleans and the University of New Orleans, Brian has performed with a wide range of local legends, including the Wild Magnolias, Kidd Jordan, Alvin Batiste, and Dr. John. He blends jazz, funk, Rs musical legacy through live performances and tributes.In addition to performing, Quezergue is a dedicated educator. He began as a student at the Louis Armstrong Jazz Camp and later became its first alumnus to join the faculty as bass instructor. He has taught in New Orleans public schools and remains committed to mentoring young musicians. His 2010 album Reflections showcases his musical versatility, and he continues to record and perform regularly throughout the city. In 2024, Quezergue celebrated the release of his album, The Pilgrim at Snug Harbor. Courtney Bryan is a New Orleans-born composer and pianist celebrated for blending classical, jazz, gospel, and experimental music. Her works, shaped by themes of spirituality and social justice, have been commissioned by leading ensembles like the New York Philharmonic and Chicago Symphony. A 2023 MacArthur Fellow and United States Artists Fellow, she is also Associate Professor of Music at Tulane University and composer-in-residence with Opera Philadelphia.Her music has been performed at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Bryan frequently collaborates with renowned visual artists and musicians, including Branford Marsalis and Jennifer Koh. She will bring her distinctive sound to Snug Harbor, performing selections from her acclaimed catalog in an evening of rich harmonies, improvisation, and powerful storytelling.Tonight, the two join forces for a very special performance.Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pmRestaurant is Open 5pm - 11pm for dinner before or after your showtime:Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com !Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by forwarding your e-ticket confirmation with dinner request to reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.Bar Room is Open 5pm - Midnight for all, with or without tickets.Kind Reminder: Snug Harbor does NOT serve the full menu inside the Music Room. We do offer cheese and charcuterie tray options. In order to preserve the integrity, quiet and focus of our world class intimate concerts, only the charcuterie, cocktails and soft drinks are available for table service inside the Music Room. However, we encourage you to arrive at least 90 Minutes prior to your showtime in order to enjoy full, relaxing dinner service in the Dining Room right next door, before getting seated in the Music Room for your ticketed showtime. Due to our intimate venues limited seating capacity, advance tickets are strongly suggested in order to guarantee seats for this acclaimed show!
Important Event Information
This event is 13 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 13 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund. All concert ticket sales are final and non-refundable. All patrons must have valid government-issued Photo ID available upon entry. All teenage patrons must be ticketed like adults, and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times while inside the jazz club. All patrons must be aged 13 or older. Sorry, no children under 13 are permitted. Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro has a STRICT No Cell Phones, No Cameras Policy at all times during all showtimes inside the music room. Violation of this policy while inside the venue may result in removal from the club without ticket refunds. There is NO SMOKING allowed anywhere inside the building, and there are NO PETS ALLOWED at anytime. *Legitimate Service Dogs must be wearing full credentials at all times upon entry, and owner must have licensing papers available upon staff request for service dogs. Sorry, no emotional support pets are allowed inside at any time. Please see the Refund Policy section for details on exceptions for Ticket Transfers. Thank You.
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