Preservation Hall
Louisiana
Preservation Hall is a renowned jazz venue located on St. Peter Street in the historic French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana. Established in 1961, it has become a symbol of traditional New Orleans jazz, offering intimate live performances that celebrate the city's rich musical heritage. The hall originated from an art gallery managed by Larry Borenstein, who invited local jazz musicians to play for tips, eventually leading to the venue's transformation into a dedicated jazz hall. Under the stewardship of Allan and Sandra Jaffe, Preservation Hall emphasized authentic, unamplified jazz without commercial distractions such as alcohol sales or advertising. The venue's house band features veteran musicians, many of whom overcame adversity and poverty, preserving the original jazz style. Preservation Hall also operates a foundation focused on education and cultural preservation, offering lessons and workshops to nurture new generations of jazz musicians. With approximately 180,000 visitors annually, it remains a vital cultural institution and a must-visit for jazz enthusiasts worldwide.
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Consejo: For the best experience, attend evening performances to enjoy authentic live jazz in an intimate setting. Tickets can be purchased in advance online to ensure entry, especially during peak tourist seasons. The venue does not serve alcohol, so plan accordingly. Visitors interested in the educational aspects can explore workshops or supporting the Preservation Hall Foundation. Weekdays and off-peak hours may offer a more relaxed atmosphere with easier seating availability.
Datos interesantes
- •Preservation Hall attracts around 180,000 visitors annually, making it one of New Orleans’ premier jazz destinations.
- •The venue originally started as an art gallery before becoming a music hall focused on traditional jazz.
- •Allan Jaffe, a Wharton School graduate and tuba player, managed the hall and was instrumental in promoting jazz worldwide through tours.
- •The Preservation Hall Foundation offers free online resources including the Brass Bandbook to educate music students and educators.
- •Performances at Preservation Hall are traditionally unamplified, emphasizing authentic acoustic jazz experience.
Historia
Preservation Hall began in the 1950s as an art gallery called Associated Artists, managed by Larry Borenstein, who invited jazz musicians to perform for tips.
By 1961, it transitioned into a dedicated jazz venue under Ken Grayson Mills and Barbara Reid.
Later that year, Allan and Sandra Jaffe took over management, focusing on preserving traditional New Orleans jazz without amplification or advertising.
Throughout the 1960s, the hall gained international recognition as the Jaffes organized tours featuring legendary musicians like George Lewis and Sweet Emma Barrett.
The establishment of the Preservation Hall Foundation furthered the mission by promoting education and supporting elder musicians.
Guía del lugar
Main Performance Hall1961
The intimate venue where nightly live jazz performances take place, preserving the traditional New Orleans jazz sound with no amplification or advertising distractions.
Preservation Hall Foundation Educational Programs
Programs offering private lessons, group workshops, and youth jazz band coordination to sustain New Orleans jazz traditions among new generations.
Contacto
Teléfono: (504) 522-2841
