On April 29, 2024, the Trombone Shorty Foundation celebrated our 11th Annual Shorty Fest Presented by Acura. We were thrilled to share our city’s rich musical and cultural heritage with the community on this revered “Jazz Fest Monday.” This year, the lineup at our sold out event featured music by renowned artists such Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Galactic featuring Anjelika “Jelly” Joseph, and Sun Ra Arkestra. The students from the Trombone Shorty Music Academy took the stage with Trombone Shorty for one of the highlighted performances of the night.
In addition to the indoor celebration, Shorty Fest 2024 featured a free outdoor “Cultural Block Party” featuring live performances, plus a silent auction and an additional VIP tent which included a special viewing of the outdoor events, seating, and open bar. The event included outdoor performances from New Breed Brass Band, Battle of the Bands featuring Edna Karr High School and Abramson Sci Academy, Trombone Shorty Academy (Alumni as well as current students), Big Chief Juan & Golden Comanches, and a performance from Foundation Apprenticeship Students Nas & Gio. As part of the outdoor events, a very special dedication ceremony took place to induct Russell Batiste posthumously into Tipitina’s “Walk of Fame” as a culture bearer and icon of the New Orleans music community.
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor Acura for their generous continued support, as well as sponsorship from the Gia Maione Prima Foundation.