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Original Tuxedo Jazz Band (The Kennedy Center)

Original Tuxedo Jazz Band

Founded in 1910, the Original Tuxedos have the longest history of continuous performance in New Orleans. The last 25 years of the group’s nearly 100-year history have been under the brilliant direction of Bob French, carrying forward the raucous, irresistible sounds of classic New Orleans jazz. The late Oscar "Papa" Celestin organized the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band in 1910. This was during the "Storyville" era when jazz was still spelled j-a-s-s and jass was New Orleans’ music! The band's mainstays are the top-flight musicians who have been parts of the group over the many years. The list includes pioneers Lorenzo Tio, Jr.

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Original Tuxedo Jazz Band 6/12/09: Original Tuxedo Jazz Band

The last 25 years of its nearly 100-year history have been under the brilliant direction of Bob French, carrying forward the raucous, irresistible sounds of classic New Orleans jazz. Part of the Explore the Arts Summer Social Dance Series.

Original Tuxedo Jazz Band

The last 25 years of its nearly 100-year history have been under the brilliant direction of Bob French, carrying forward the raucous, irresistible sounds of classic New Orleans jazz. Part of the Explore the Arts Summer Social Dance Series.

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