Hi, MD here…
The Rebirth Brass Band from New Orleans, LA made an unforgettable appearance at the Kessler Theater Friday, April 15, 2011. Let me tell you, it was a party -New Orleans style! Even some members of the audience actually said they felt like they were in 504 for just a few minutes.
They just dropped their newest album, Rebirth of New Orleanson Tuesday April 12, 2011. The album features 11 songs and is available in stores or download mp3s for $9.99 HERE!
The Rebirth Brass Band originated almost 30 years ago (28 to be exact). There has been some shuffling of the members, but as of now, the band consists of 8 talented gentleman: 3 trumpet, 2 drum, and 1 tuba, sax, and trombone player. Each one of them brings something special to the entire sound.
Their funk jazz combo was ever-present throughout the evening. The band would play their music (without words) and then ask the audience for their involvement by singing to them with whoa’s or yeah’s. There was one song where the crowd was singing along with the band, “Rebirth’s on Fire”, members of the band would start clapping and then the audience would mimic the clapping while continuing to dance with arms in the air.
There were people on the second level on a balcony engaged and dancing as well. The venue gave a feeling and mood of New Orleans. The feeling was upbeat the entire time with cheering from the audience! The still parade was a great experience for everyone involved.