If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in New Orleans. From funk music to a Whitney Houston tribute to a crawfish ball, here are the local shows worth checking out this week.
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The Funk Sessions
From the event description:
Live For Live Music is bringing "The Funk Sessions" to New Orleans. The monthly residency features a rotating cast of musicians coming together for a night filled with funk music. This Tuesday's edition of The Funk Sessions will feature members of Turkuaz, Dumpstaphunk, The Motet, Thievery Corporation and Electric Beethoven.
Grab your tickets fast before they sell out.
When: Tuesday, April 30, 9:30 p.m.-2:30 a.m.
Where: The Maison, 508 Frenchmen St.
Price: $22-$35
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The New Orleans Jazz Orchestra honors Whitney Houston
From the event description:
The New Orleans Jazz Orchestra will close its spring season paying tribute to the incomparable Whitney Houston. Doors open at 8 p.m. The show kicks off at 9 p.m.
When: Friday, May 3, 9-10:30 p.m.
Where: New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.
Price: $30-$85
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Andy Frasco & The U.N.
From the event description:
Live for Live Music presents Andy Frasco & The U.N. this Sunday night. Andy Frasco & The U.N. have made a name for themselves as one of the most exciting live bands on the road, and have wowed audiences across the country since their debut in 2007.
When: Sunday, May 5, 10 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: The Maison, 508 Frenchmen St.
Price: $20-$50
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Cosmic Crawfish Ball
From the event description:
Join NOLA Brewing and Heartbeat Productions this Wednesday for a celebration of music, crawfish and culture in New Orleans. The lineup will feature a diverse range of musicians from members of the band Lettuce to Pretty Lights. Stick around for fire dancers, and arts and crafts vendors.
When: Wednesday, May 1, 11 p.m.
Where: NOLA Brewing, 3001 Tchoupitoulas St.
Price: $35
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