Masakowski Family with Brian Blade

For this special Batiste Legacy Session, the renowned Masakowski musical family joins forces with Grammy-winning drummer Brian Blade for an unforgettable night of Louisiana-rooted jazz.

Led by guitarist and educator Steve Masakowski, the New Orleans-based ensemble features vocalist Sasha Masakowski, bassist Martin Masakowski, and pianist Ulrike Antonie Sprenger—a family of masterful improvisers known for blending tradition with fearless creativity.

Joining them is Brian Blade, the Shreveport native whose dynamic, deeply expressive style has made him one of the most sought-after drummers in modern jazz, collaborating with legends from across the musical spectrum.

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