Dec 9, 2025 12:28 PM
In Memoriam: Gordon Goodwin, 1954–2025
Gordon Goodwin, an award-winning saxophonist, pianist, bandleader, composer and arranger, died Dec. 8 in Los Angeles.…
The Superfly During Jazzfest concert series returns again this year April 28–May 5 at several New Orleans venues including the Contemporary Arts Center and the Riverboat Cajun Queen.
Superfly During Jazzfest 2007 will include a special performance at the renovated Contemporary Arts Center on May 5 with Gov’t Mule and a rare appearance by Dr. John’s Night Tripper.
Other Superfly During Jazzfest shows include:
April 28th
The Radiators at the Riverboat Cajun Queen
May 4th
Greyboy Allstars at the Riverboat Cajun Queen
Ween with the Dirty Dozen Brass Band at the Contemporary Arts Center
May 5th
North Mississippi Allstars at the Riverboat Cajun Queen
For more information or to buy tickets, visit: www.superflypresents.com
Goodwin was one of the most acclaimed, successful and influential jazz musicians of his generation.
Dec 9, 2025 12:28 PM
Gordon Goodwin, an award-winning saxophonist, pianist, bandleader, composer and arranger, died Dec. 8 in Los Angeles.…
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