Live Jazz in New Orleans

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." Tonight, the performance features: Tony Dagradi -saxophone Steve Masakowski - guitar James Singleton - bass John Vidacovich - drums Shows at 7:30 pm & 9:30 pm Doors at 7pm & 9 pm Restuarant 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 info 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.

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." Tonight, the performance features: Tony Dagradi -saxophone Steve Masakowski - guitar James Singleton - bass John Vidacovich - drums Shows at 7:30 pm & 9:30 pm Doors at 7pm & 9 pm Restuarant 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 info 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.

David Torkanowsky is one of New Orleans’ premier contemporary jazz pianists, composers, arrangers, and producers, celebrated for his versatility across jazz, funk, blues, and rhythm & blues. Born and raised in New Orleans, he comes from a deeply musical family — the son of renowned conductor Werner Torkanowsky and flamenco dancer Theresa Torkanowsky. Mentored by legendary figures including Danny Barker and Ellis Marsalis, Torkanowsky has spent more than five decades mastering his lyrical playing, inventive improvisation, and dynamic collaborations. Throughout his career, Torkanowsky has performed and recorded with an extraordinary list of artists including Irma Thomas, Allen Toussaint, Dianne Reeves, George Porter Jr., Zigaboo Modeliste, Stanton Moore, Earl Turbinton, Boney James, and members of the Marsalis family. He was also an original member of the acclaimed modern jazz group Astral Project and has appeared on over 200 recordings. Torkanowsky remains a vital presence in the New Orleans music community and continues to perform regularly at festivals, concert halls, and jazz venues. Tonight, Torkanowsky presents his "Griots of Groove" featuring: David Torkanowsky - piano Amari Ansari - saxophone Thomas Glass - drums Ricardo Pascal - saxophone Amina Scott - bass Shows at 7:30 & 9:30pm Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm Restuarant 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 info 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 venue's limited seating capacity, advance tickets are strongly suggested in order to guarantee seats for this acclaimed show!

David Torkanowsky is one of New Orleans’ premier contemporary jazz pianists, composers, arrangers, and producers, celebrated for his versatility across jazz, funk, blues, and rhythm & blues. Born and raised in New Orleans, he comes from a deeply musical family — the son of renowned conductor Werner Torkanowsky and flamenco dancer Theresa Torkanowsky. Mentored by legendary figures including Danny Barker and Ellis Marsalis, Torkanowsky has spent more than five decades mastering his lyrical playing, inventive improvisation, and dynamic collaborations. Throughout his career, Torkanowsky has performed and recorded with an extraordinary list of artists including Irma Thomas, Allen Toussaint, Dianne Reeves, George Porter Jr., Zigaboo Modeliste, Stanton Moore, Earl Turbinton, Boney James, and members of the Marsalis family. He was also an original member of the acclaimed modern jazz group Astral Project and has appeared on over 200 recordings. Torkanowsky remains a vital presence in the New Orleans music community and continues to perform regularly at festivals, concert halls, and jazz venues. Tonight, Torkanowsky presents his "Griots of Groove" featuring: David Torkanowsky - piano Amari Ansari - saxophone Thomas Glass - drums Ricardo Pascal - saxophone Amina Scott - bass Shows at 7:30 & 9:30pm Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm Restuarant 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 info 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 venue's limited seating capacity, advance tickets are strongly suggested in order to guarantee seats for this acclaimed show!

Sonny Rollins , the legendary tenor saxophonist known as the “Saxophone Colossus,” passed away on May 25, 2026, at the age of 95. Widely regarded as one of the greatest improvisers in jazz history, Rollins helped define modern jazz through his powerful tone, fearless creativity, and iconic compositions including “St. Thomas,” “Oleo,” and “Doxy.” Over a career spanning more than seven decades, he performed and recorded with some of the most influential musicians in jazz history, including Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Max Roach, Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, and Clifford Brown, while later collaborations with artists such as The Rolling Stones demonstrated the far-reaching impact of his artistry across generations and genres. For this evening, we will pay tribute to Rollins life and legacy with master saxophonist Clarence Johnson III. New Orleans native Clarence Johnson III is a celebrated saxophonist, recording artist, educator, and performer whose dynamic style blends jazz fusion with “Coltranesque Impressionism” and Sun Ra-inspired futurism. Over a career spanning more than three decades, he has appeared in film and television projects including Ray with Jamie Foxx and PBS performances with Allen Toussaint, while collaborating with an impressive range of artists such as Delfeayo Marsalis, Dr. John, the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, members of the Neville Brothers and The Meters, as well as international icons including Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, The Temptations, and Wynton Marsalis. Fot this performance, Johnson performs alongside an ensemble of New Orleans all-stars. Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm 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 Emailing 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. 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.

Sonny Rollins , the legendary tenor saxophonist known as the “Saxophone Colossus,” passed away on May 25, 2026, at the age of 95. Widely regarded as one of the greatest improvisers in jazz history, Rollins helped define modern jazz through his powerful tone, fearless creativity, and iconic compositions including “St. Thomas,” “Oleo,” and “Doxy.” Over a career spanning more than seven decades, he performed and recorded with some of the most influential musicians in jazz history, including Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Max Roach, Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, and Clifford Brown, while later collaborations with artists such as The Rolling Stones demonstrated the far-reaching impact of his artistry across generations and genres. For this evening, we will pay tribute to Rollins life and legacy with master saxophonist Clarence Johnson III. New Orleans native Clarence Johnson III is a celebrated saxophonist, recording artist, educator, and performer whose dynamic style blends jazz fusion with “Coltranesque Impressionism” and Sun Ra-inspired futurism. Over a career spanning more than three decades, he has appeared in film and television projects including Ray with Jamie Foxx and PBS performances with Allen Toussaint, while collaborating with an impressive range of artists such as Delfeayo Marsalis, Dr. John, the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, members of the Neville Brothers and The Meters, as well as international icons including Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, The Temptations, and Wynton Marsalis. Johnson performs alongside an ensemble of New Orleans All-Stars. Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm 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 Emailing 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. 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.

Victor Goines, a New Orleans native, is an acclaimed jazz saxophonist, clarinetist, composer, and educator who began on clarinet at age eight before adding saxophone in high school, inspired by local legends like Ellis Marsalis. A graduate of Loyola University New Orleans and Virginia Commonwealth University, he has been a key member of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Wynton Marsalis Septet since 1993, contributing to major recordings including the Pulitzer Prize–winning Blood on the Fields and collaborating with icons such as Ray Charles, Dizzy Gillespie, Stevie Wonder, and Bob Dylan. A prolific composer with over 200 works and a bandleader with ten albums, Goines has also played a major role in jazz education, leading programs at Juilliard and Northwestern University before becoming President & CEO of Jazz St. Louis from 2022 -2026. Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm Doors at 7pm & 9pm Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm 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 Emailing 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. 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.

Victor Goines, a New Orleans native, is an acclaimed jazz saxophonist, clarinetist, composer, and educator who began on clarinet at age eight before adding saxophone in high school, inspired by local legends like Ellis Marsalis. A graduate of Loyola University New Orleans and Virginia Commonwealth University, he has been a key member of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Wynton Marsalis Septet since 1993, contributing to major recordings including the Pulitzer Prize–winning Blood on the Fields and collaborating with icons such as Ray Charles, Dizzy Gillespie, Stevie Wonder, and Bob Dylan. A prolific composer with over 200 works and a bandleader with ten albums, Goines has also played a major role in jazz education, leading programs at Juilliard and Northwestern University before becoming President & CEO of Jazz St. Louis from 2022 -2026. Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm Doors at 7pm & 9pm Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm 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 Emailing 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. 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.