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The High Society New Orleans Jazz Band

February 5, 2026 8:30 pm

Birdland Theater
315 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036

Enjoy the driving sound of New Orleans jazz as The High Society New Orleans Jazz Band takes the stage at the Birdland Theater. Led by veteran trumpeter Simon Wettenhall and Grammy-winning pianist Conal Fowkes, this acclaimed band has been Woody Allen's band of choice for his movies, concert tours, and weekly performances for decades.

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Why We Like It

  • The High Society New Orleans Jazz Band has an international fan base and has appeared on premier concert stages across Europe and the United States.
  • The band's members have provided music for numerous Woody Allen films, including Wild Man Blues, Midnight in Paris, and A Rainy Day In New York.
  • Loved by critics and jazz aficionados alike, the band has attracted jazz icons like Chick Corea, Marian McPartland, and Diana Krall to sit in with them during their 20-year residency at the Cafe Carlyle.

Who Should Attend

This event will appeal to jazz enthusiasts, Woody Allen fans, and anyone who appreciates the ongoing relevance and driving sound of New Orleans jazz.

In the Spotlight

Simon Wettenhall

Veteran trumpeter and co-leader of The High Society New Orleans Jazz Band.

Conal Fowkes

Grammy-winning pianist and co-leader of The High Society New Orleans Jazz Band.

About the Venue

Birdland Theater

A renowned jazz club in New York City that has hosted some of the greatest jazz artists in the world.

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