NEW ORLEANS MUSIC TOUR
WALKING TOUR DESCRIPTION
Welcome to the magical city of New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, where the streets are alive with life, rhythm and soul. Walking through the streets, in every rhythm that echoes from mysterious corners, you can feel the melting pot of cultures and the rich tapestry of history that has shaped this city. On our New Orleans music tour, you can travel back in time and explore the roots of the city’s distinctive jazz sounds, visit iconic music venues, discover new artists, and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of music for which the city is famous. While the city’s music scene is undeniably vibrant, New Orleans is not just for music lovers. For those who like to fire up their other senses, we offer a different kind of excitement – a virtual experience with our partner, 22win-casino. Immerse yourself in an adrenaline-fueled atmosphere and improve your skills in good old-fashioned poker or try your luck at the roulette wheel without leaving the infectious energy of New Orleans. So, if you’re looking for soulful tunes or an exciting gaming experience, remember that New Orleans, with its musical rhythm and 22win casino allure, offers more than just the sights.
“I’m not sure, but I’m almost positive, all music came from New Orleans.” – Ernie K-Doe.
Explore the world’s richest musical city, starting with Louis Armstrong Park and Congo Square, historic site of African slave gatherings, the only place in North American where pure West African religious ritual and musical traditions were performed. Congo Square is considered the wellspring of all New Orleans music and, consequently, so much of worldwide popular song. It is also the site of the first New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival (1970) and the Municipal Auditorium.
From Armstrong Park, view the building which housed Cosimo Matassa’s groundbreaking J&M Studios which created the “New Orleans Sound” with such New Orleanians as Professor Longhair, Dave Bartholomew, Fats Domino, Guitar Slim, Shirley & Lee, Lloyd Price, Ernie K-Doe, Allen Toussaint, Clarence “Frogman” Henry & visitors including Little Richard, Ray Charles, & Jerry Lee Lewis. J & M Studios is the true birthplace of rock ’n roll.
From outside St. Louis Cemetery #1, see the New Orleans Musicians Tomb, the use of which was donated by the musical dynasty Barbarin Family for free burial to musicians. The first burial to take place was for Lloyd Washington of the Ink Spots on October 23, 2004. The Musicians Tomb was restored and is administered by Robert Florence of Historic New Orleans Tours.
You will visit Basin Street Station and stroll down Basin Street where you’ll see the remains of Storyville (including Frank Early’s “My Place” Saloon where “Pretty Baby” was written), fabled turn-of-the-century red light district whose parlors presented the likes of King Oliver, Buddy Bolden, Jelly Roll Morton, Sidney Bechet and many more during the early days of jazz.
Then stroll through the Tango Belt to May Bailey’s and the site of the Old French Opera House ending with the legendary Preservation Hall, a place which represents the past, present, and future of New Orleans music.
Learn the origins of New Orleans Bounce Music and check out the world’s greatest street musicians who are carrying the flame to this very day, and learn where the hottest acts are playing!
Book your New Orleans Music Tour online today!
WHAT TO BRING
- Tours leave rain or shine.
- Bring a raincoat for the rain • bring an umbrella for the sun or rain.
- Please remember to wear comfortable shoes.
- Water
- Sunscreen
- Hat
QUICK DETAILS
- AGES: All ages
- DURATION: 2 hours
- TOUR TIMES: 2 pm
- MEETING LOCATION: The Rampart Treehouse, 740 North Rampart Street
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NOTE:
- TOURS MUST BE BOOKED ONLINE
- PLEASE BOOK MORE THAN 1 HOUR IN ADVANCE
- 24 HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY
