Join us for A New Orleans New Year, an evening of music, food and drink inspired by the people of New Orleans.

Featuring music from The Todd Kelly Quartet, Nathan Taylor Band and juanGoblin all night long, this NYE party will taste, sound and feel like a night in New Orleans.

Advance-only tickets: $60

The Todd Kelly Quartet performs frequently in Central Illinois, and is comprised of some of the finest jazz musicians in the region. In addition to their incredible performances of contemporary jazz standards, the Todd Kelly Quartet also performs original music written by members of the group. Dr. Todd Kelly is Professor of Trumpet and Director of Jazz Ensembles at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Kelly teaches trumpet, directs the Bradley Jazz Ensembles and Hilltop Combo, teaches Jazz Improvisation, and serves as an advisor for the Music Business program. The jazz program at Bradley includes a big band, a New Orleans brass band, a combo, and courses in Jazz Improvisation and Jazz History.

Nathan Taylor & Friends have appeared all over Central Illinois. From classic roots songs and blues of the delta to early New Orleans jazz and Nathan Taylor originals, audiences will love ringing in the New Year with them! Join us with Nathan & Friends and his all-star group, as they transport us with a jazzy New Orleans flare for New Years Eve.

With two turntables, a lava lamp and a library of 8,000+ records, juanGoblin will have everyone in the house moving to the beat of New Orleans.

Come ready to dance!

The evening’s New Orleans inspired food will include blackened chicken skewers, mini Jambalaya shooters with andouille and shrimp, fried okra bites with remoulade dipping sauce, red rice and dirty rice shooters, and a full bar available. It’s time to celebrate!

Advance tickets only - don’t wait!