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Many jazz artists, including luminary figures such as cornetist Joe "King" Oliver (1885-1938), took the music north in search of more lucrative environs. New Orleans' most famous musician, the renowned trumpeter and vocalist Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, took it a step further and made jazz famous worldwide. Though the charismatic Armstrong (1901-1971) moved away from his hometown in 1922, he remains beloved. New Orleans' municipal airport has been dedicated to him, and a bronze statue of the trumpeter reigns over a park named in his honor. Armstrong Park, located in the Treme neighborhood, is the site of numerous festivals and is home to the <anchor>Mahalia Jackson Theater</anchor>. This performance venue pays tribute to the New Orleans gospel legend. Within Armstrong Park's gates is an area called Congo Square that holds an important place in New Orleans music. It was there, on Sunday afternoons, that enslaved people were allowed to retain their African drumming and dancing traditions. Those vibrations can be heard today in the unique Mardi Gras Indian rhythms and ultimately in jazz.
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# Mahalia Jackson Theater

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801 N. Rampart, 1419 Basin St. (parking)

New OrleansLA70116

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Theater seats 2,243, featuring a complete state of the art renovation. Available for bookings of concerts, theatrical events and private events

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- Open Year-Round
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