Chicago born and raised Jazz Trumpeter, Mario Abney, now of New Orleans fuses traditional and extended trumpet techniques in a most inventive way. His strikingly personal instrumental vision endows the music with an infinite array of tonal color. Recognized for his ability to create pure musical dialog, and hear music in a universally spiritual way, he is definitely one of New Orleans best Jazz Musicians . Trumpeter, composer and bandleader Mario Abneyʼs musical career began with his introduction to the piano at age 7. Influenced by his uncle Arthurʼs piano playing and the musical background of his church, Abneyʼs love and fascination for music grew. By age 11 Mario added drums to his musical experiences. It was during high school years that his interest turned from piano and drums to wind instruments.  PATIO OPENS AT 12PM MAKE A RESERVATION (CLICK HERE) FITZGERALDS Patio is free & open to the Public. Please make a reservation to guarantee entry. For those of you who like to walk in on whim, never fear: reserved seating is limited so there's always room for our more spontaneous friends as well. Please bring a face covering; according to state guidelines you may remove your face covering while eating & drinking at your table, however we are asking that folks use it while speaking with our staff or moving through the property. Follow our Facebook page for more information.