Get ready to shake your tail feather to the music made famous by the New Orleans piano professors of the R&B era, starting with Professor Longhair, whose Caribbean-tinged rhythmic innovations influenced the generations that have followed, including legendary players like Allen Toussaint, Dr John, and James Booker. This all-star band features some of the DMV's finest performers:

  • Rahsaan ‘Word’ Eldridge (vocals & percussion): Singer and co-leader of the band Honest Lee Soul and former member of the Kelly Bell Band, Word is a singer-songwriter, poet, emcee, educator, author, three-times Maryland Music Award winner, and world traveled performer. He brings an energetic mix of soul and playfulness to every show and a natural affinity for New Orleans music.
  • Jim Orr (piano): A forty-year veteran of the DMV music scene, Jim has played extensively in the Mid-Atlantic region as a member of groups such as The Persuaders (which he founded in 1988), Root Boy Slim, Fat Tuesday, and the Nadine Rae All Stars. Often called “The Professor”, he has appeared on stage with Bo Diddley, Buddy Guy, Albert Collins, The Radiators, and The Nighthawks. 
  • Seth Kibel (tenor sax, clarinet & flute): One of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier woodwind specialists, this 28-time Wammie-winner is a noted band leader; a featured performer with The Kleztet, Bay Jazz Project, Music Pilgrim Trio, and The Natty Beaux; and has appeared with such notables as Daryl Davis, Sam Moore (Sam & Dave), Percy Sledge, The Coasters, and Johnnie Johnson. Seth's love of New Orleans music comes through loud and clear with each note he plays.
  • Jeff Muller (bass & vocals): A veteran bassist, guitarist, songwriter, and producer who has performed throughout the US and in Europe, and with legendary acts including Allen Toussaint, Cyril Neville, Ernie K-Doe, and Eva Cassidy. Jeff is currently completing a new album featuring songs drawing from his time as a professional musician in New Orleans, and includes contributions from Ivan Neville, George Porter Jr., Tommy Malone, Bill Summers, Leroy Jones, Shannon Powell, Joe Krown, and many others.
  • Matt Tebo (drums): An in-demand drummer in the DMV who has played clubs, festivals, and more working with acts including Mike Mills, the Karl Straub Combo, The Magmatics, the Kevin Cordt Trio, and the Cyphers Band. While he can play just about any style of music, Matt specializes in the New Orleans feel and when he plays, he always fills the dance floor.