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True Grits: Brunch & the Future of New Orleans Music

It starts with good food, great drinks, and a community of people who love jazz  – enough to leave guests satisfied, sure, but this is New Orleans, and there’s always more. […]

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6th Annual Shorty Fest Is Why Music Education Matters

Just one night a year during the Jazz & Heritage Festival, the Trombone Shorty Foundation puts our mission to “play it forward” into action with a must-experience festival featuring some […]

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Guest Blog: Shorty Academy Kids Rock Central Park and Hit Lincoln Center

What a day! After getting a solid night’s rest, Team Shorty made the most of our Friday in New York City. Despite the cold early morning rain and some minor […]

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How Trombone Shorty is training the next generation of musicians in his hometown

Troy Andrews, better known as Trombone Shorty, grew up with music all around him in New Orleans, first playing on the streets at age 4. Now with a Grammy, an […]

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How Acura Fuels New Orleans Music

As a long-time patron of New Orleans music and culture, Acura will present the 2018 Shorty Fest as our marquee sponsor. Trombone Shorty Foundation is lucky and immensely proud to […]

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Shorty Fest 2018: The Hottest Ticket At Jazz Fest

Music is the beating heart of the Big Easy, pumping joy, creativity, and community through the city. To keep it going for the next generation, there’s Shorty Fest, the critical […]

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