Editor’s Note: The following series “All about Jazz” is a week-long series curated by Rena Repenning as part of the Digital Research Internship Program in partnership with ViaNolaVie. The DRI Program is a Newcomb Institute technology initiative for undergraduate students combining technology skillsets, feminist leadership, and the digital humanities.
Yes, this is the time when we’d be swarmed with floral shirts, drinking mango freezes, and sweating to our favorite beats in the sun, but due to COVID-19, the annual New Orleans Heritage & Jazz fest is postponed until Fall 2020. However, that doesn’t mean we all won’t be getting down and dancing in our living spaces. WWOZ will broadcast for 8 days-8 hours each (11am-7pm), the same days and hours as the originally-scheduled Jazz Fest (April 23-26 and April 30-May 3). So turn up the volume and get down to our Nola sounds! To also get you in the mood, we are bringing you a virtual Jazz Fest from the fests of the past. Originally starting in 1970, Jazz Fest is a staple in New Orleans culture and showcases musicians and talent, new and old. Happy Jazz, everyone, and we can’t wait to dance with you again in the hot hot sunshine (and pouring down rain, of course!)
This article was originally published on 4/27/19.
Friday was all sun for this year’s 50th New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Photos below showcasing the diversity of the day.
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Jazz Fest 2019 (photos by: Brandon Robert)
Brandon Robert is a New Orleans native who focuses his camera on the art, culture, and personalities that make this city the best city in the world. You can check out more of Brandon’s work on his website, and look for him on ViaNolaVie.
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