Betty Shirley is a renowned jazz vocalist and visual artist based in New Orleans, known for her rich, expressive voice and improvisational style that blends jazz, blues, R&B, and bossa nova. Originally from Jackson, Mississippi, and raised in Chicago, she studied music in New York before settling in New Orleans in the early ’90s. She has performed at iconic venues like Snug Harbor and festivals including Jazz Fest and Essence Fest, sharing stages with legends such as Ellis Marsalis and Benny Green. Honored as a Jazz All-Star by New Orleans Magazine and a Big Easy Award winner, Shirley has released several acclaimed albums, including Unveiled, Close Your Eyes, and With the Red Organ Trio, solidifying her legacy as a vital force in the city’s jazz scene.
Tonight's performance features:
Betty Shirley - vocals
Will Thompson - piano
Quinn Sternberg - bass
Simon Lott - drums
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm
Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:
Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com !
Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by Emailing reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served, based on availability upon arrival.
Bar Room is Open 5pm - Midnight for all, with or without tickets.
Kind Reminder: Snug Harbor does NOT serve the full menu inside the Music Room. We do offer cheese and charcuterie tray options. In order to preserve the integrity, quiet and focus of our world class intimate concerts, only the charcuterie, cocktails and soft drinks are available for table service inside the Music Room. However, we encourage you to arrive at least 90 Minutes prior to your showtime in order to enjoy full, relaxing dinner service in the Dining Room right next door, before getting seated in the Music Room for your ticketed showtime.