Tuba Skinny (New Orleans)

Direct from the streets of New Orleans! “Hearing them, it seems they should be very old, but they’re not. I think they’ve fallen from a scratchy old recording or appeared through a magic door. They’re worth hearing. They’re worth driving across the state to hear. (Burlington Press)”

Tuba Skinny's blend of old timey jazz & swing music was a huge hit at the Sydney Festival, Woodford Folk Festival, Darling Harbour Jazz Festival & venues across the country, selling out all shows and packing out the dancefloors nation wide.

Formed in in 2009, Tuba Skinny has steadily evolved from a loose collection of street musicians into a solid ensemble dedicated to bringing the traditional New Orleans sound to audiences around the world.

Drawing on a wide range of musical influences-from spirituals to Depression-era blues, from ragtime to traditional jazz-their sound evokes the rich musical heritage of their New Orleans home. The band has gained a loyal following through their distinctive sound, their commitment to reviving long-lost songs, and their barnstorming live performances.