Jazz Legend Brunious Headlines Old Mandeville Show

Jazz luminary Wendell Brunious, who holds the distinction of being Preservation Hall's first musical director and its youngest bandleader, will headline a special performance. The event is scheduled for October 10th at the historic Dew Drop Jazz & Social Hall in Old Mandeville. This venue itself is a significant piece of jazz history, considered the world's oldest rural jazz dance hall.

Brunious, a scion of a musical dynasty, began his journey with the trumpet at age 11 and joined Preservation Hall at 23. By 28, he was leading a band for Kid Thomas Valentine, becoming the youngest bandleader in the Hall's history. He continues his dual roles as musical director and bandleader.

The performance will feature swinging rhythms and authentic Crescent City spirit. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with the music running from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. General admission for adults is $15, with free entry for students and children, highlighting the Dew Drop's commitment to music education.