I'm a Brass Roots Movie Backer!

I'm very happy to be finally backing this documentary.  It's the first of its kind to tell the story of New Orleans modern brass bands.  For me, that story is a key part of the lifeline of the city, and it's a very important one to tell.  That story helps preserve and continue the music culture of New Orleans. 

These guys will donate all of their raw footage to universities and organizations for educational purposes.  They'll also direct proceeds from the film to The Roots of Music, the ever growing, successful, and awesome after school music education program for kids in New Orleans. 

Click on the link, learn more about its value, and donate what you can. 

Brass Roots: The Untold History of New Orleans Brass Bands







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I was one happy girl in New Orleans last Tuesday night. A quick visit to pick up our visiting friend from Japan led to a fun encounter with the Young Fellaz Brass Band. I LOVE this city, its people, and the music it breeds.


I couldn't have planned it any better. A drink at the Carousel Bar and a walk onto Bourbon to find a brass band playing at 11 o'clock at night. I jumped into the Young Fellaz Brass Band crowd pulling in my visiting friend from Japan, and danced our way to the corner of Canal. Two police officers 'tagged' along in their patrol cart and blocked off the street at Canal. The crowd grew, and the Young Fellaz played an inspired set of brass rhythms and sounds that made my heart jump. The dancin' and togetherness was all about life, joy, and release. I'm tellin you that on this night it was a precious gift to have been there with the them. Young Fellaz, it was more than wonderful to check you guys out. Thank you.

1 View = $1 to the Roots of Music Kids

Here's a simple way to support New Orleans music education. Every time you click and view this video BACKSTAGE PASS WITH RAPHAEL SAADIQ, American Express will donate $1 to the Roots of Music youth music education program. Please spread the word for the kids. Thank you.