Steven Bernstein 2025 Composer in Residence New Works Concert

Composer in Residence: New Works Concert Series

Join us for an extraordinary musical journey with Brian Haas, an internationally celebrated pianist, composer, and arranger, as he launches the Composer in Residence: New Works Concert Series at the JCC. This innovative program brings creativity to life as Haas collaborates with a featured guest artist each week to compose original music. The week-long residency culminates in a Saturday night concert, where the duo debuts their freshly crafted compositions in an intimate and inspiring setting. Witness the magic of creation and performance come together in this one-of-a-kind series celebrating artistic collaboration and musical exploration. 

Steven Bernstein

Steven Bernstein is a trailblazing trumpeter, composer, arranger, and bandleader whose versatile career has shaped the New York music scene for over three decades. Known for his groundbreaking work with bands like Sexmob, Millennial Territory Orchestra, and Diaspora Soul, Bernstein seamlessly blends jazz, blues, rock, and world music into an eclectic yet cohesive sound. A former member of the Lounge Lizards and Levon Helm’s Midnight Ramble Band, he has also arranged music for an impressive roster of artists, including Lou Reed, Allen Toussaint, Elvis Costello, and U2.

A Grammy-winning artist and critically acclaimed arranger, Bernstein is celebrated for his innovative projects, including Sexmob’s adventurous covers and original works, and his collaborations with New Orleans piano legend Henry Butler in the Hot 9. His music defies easy categorization, embodying a philosophy of boundaryless artistry. Bernstein also brings his creative expertise to film, theater, and education, having led residencies at institutions like NYU, Dartmouth, and the Florence Conservatory of Music.

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February 8, 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$20 per ticket

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Date: February 8, 2025Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location:  Show map New Orleans JCC - Uptown
5342 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70115
Contact: Brian HaasEmail: bhaas@nojcc.org
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