Alvin Batiste Jazz Society Concert featuring Ed Perkins with Bill & Jonathan Grimes

Experience the heartbeat of Baton Rouge with live jazz at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center August 20th, 6:30pm - 8:00pm! Our jazz performances aren't just shows—they're celebrations of culture and creativity.

About Ed Perkins: Ed Perkins is a New Orleans jazz vocalist. He has had an extensive performance career and has worked with artists such as Branford Marsalis, Wes Anderson, Alvin Batiste and others. Ed has worked many years as a performing artist in the school systems for the Jazz Foundation of America, influencing countless young aspiring students. He will be accompanied by Bill Grimes on bass and Jonathan Grimes on drums. There will be an open jam session following their set, so feel free to bring along an instrument and sit in with our musicians.

All ages welcome. Grab your tickets now and be part of the jazz tradition that keeps our community swinging!

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