Enter your email address for updates from our sister site, NewOrleans.com, on all the best things happening in New Orleans. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. DK: I was in fifth grade, we were at lunch, and there was a rumor going around that wed have a pop quiz. Warmer storms could cause problems, $950 round trip from LAX to Darwin, Australia, on Qantas, Cool, hot and close to home: Celebrate Memorial Day in Southern California, The 15 things to do in L.A. before the end of summer, Nature-curious? Back in January, I was recording a film for Branford Marsalis, Ellis came around a few times, and we had worked out what we were going to play one song together, and one song as a solo with the LPO. . Its their privilege to lose. Royal St. @ St. Peter St., Friday - Sunday, 11am - 1pm. The clarinet was right next to it, and I said, Well, I want to play the clarinet.. It was a brutal test, each student was asked questions you were either right or wrong, pass or fail. Press J to jump to the feed. I hope it sets the record straight about what is needed. We were going to play Duke Ellingtons Caravan. Caravan has two bridges, and he played one, while I played the other. [9] Professional performances and performances in feature films and television programs include: On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Did you have any contact with them when you were growing up? I sat on the side where the girls had congregated, and I saw a poster of a flute. All Rights Reserved. Most of the people were arrested on suspicion of spectating or participating in the takeover. I cant figure out this tune. See reviews, photos, directions, phone numbers and more for Ketchens Jim Realty locations in Pomona, CA. Their styles at the time were against what I was studying, trying to get a perfect classical clarinet tone. Leave a Review. FREE Weekly Roundup! What is the name of this blonde guy who plays the guitar in Doreen's band @ the royal street? "She" is Doreen Ketchens, whose venue for her brand of jazz is right in front of Rouses Market at St. Peter and Royal streets. I found a set of clarinets and they came with two Kaspar mouthpieces, which I fell in love with. As we got older, we realized how to make more money in less time, so now, we play for about 5 hours a day. Come and be amazed. Doreen Ketchens, Royal St, New Orleans, LA, Music Shows - MapQuest Hotels Food Shopping Coffee Grocery Gas Find Best Western Hotels & Resorts nearby Sponsored Go United States Louisiana New Orleans Doreen Ketchens Royal St New Orleans LA 70130 (504) 908-7119 Claim this business (504) 908-7119 Website More Directions Advertisement Website The takeover group headed north toward Roselawn Avenue and Pomona Boulevard, where they continued to perform dangerous maneuvers in their cars, according to police. He said, There you go, you got it! And, that was that. Doreen Ketchens and her family perform on Doreen's corner. But New Orleans jazz musician Doreen Ketchens has garnered much acclaim over the years for her incredible talent with the clarinet. While Ketchens may prefer playing on the street, she has also demonstrated her ability to play with a classical orchestra. Id start out transcribing solos, then playing by ear, copying what those clarinetists were doing. She tells Ben Redwine for Clarinet.org: It's been 30-35 years, 4 days a week. Ketchens has played with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. Its crazy, but its what you do! Heres why experts say not to worry, How a Cucamonga Peak hiker survived a 200-foot fall from an icy trail, The chance of a lifetime: Five friends ski the tallest mountain in Los Angeles, Shocking, impossible gas bills push restaurants to the brink of closures, Best coffee city in the world? That would be really cool. She began playing in Jackson Square with her first band, the Jackson Square All-Stars. A very special evening of New Orleans Jazz with Doreen Ketchens and Doreen's Jazz New Orleans! [2] The group has been featured in numerous articles, including New Orleans' Jazz radio station's Busker Blog. Before you knew it, almost every girl wanted to play the flute. History of the Casket Girls of New Orleans, Under 21? And they called it Doreens Sweet Shop because the reason it all started was because of me wanting to be queen. So, he was Uncle Al after that. In a two-day operation targeting illegal street takeovers, LAPD arrests one person wanted for attempted murder and another wanted for hit-and-run. 2023 GoNOLA.com, New Orleans & Company. When the first question came to me, I got it wrong. I had rarely played with a symphony, and it had been a long time since I had played with him. Log In. You need to find your voice so that your personality can come out in your playing. Of all the clarinetists in the city, only one is sometimes called Lady Louis, or the Female Louis Armstrong, or Queen Clarinet. Doreen Ketchens has been performing in New Orleans, mostly on Royal Street, for decades. However, they had trouble booking shows at traditional venues due to the prevalent chauvinism of the club owners. Listen, listen, listen! Goes Out newsletter, with the week's best events, to help you explore and experience our city. Sometimes people surprise you! I have a gold-plated Selmer that I had pinned so many times my repairman said, Doreen, you need to retire this instrument. So, I did. Email will originate from news@neworleans.com. He had this way of shaking his head first hed shake it up, then hed shake it sideways, and I always thought, Oh boy, here we go. He was amazing, but my life with him was challenging. (Photo: Adriana Lopez) As a middle schooler, she would fake a headache to get out of a quiz or gym class, but her acting abilities still have yet to help in her career trajectory. Weve been doing Facebook Live concerts from our dining room, where we ask for donations to our virtual bucket. Most mornings, I get up in the morning, play some etudes, then we record some tunes. Charges included assault on a police officer, possession of a firearm and possession of drugs. There was no real work here, I mean, were back home in New Orleans, the symphony has gone bust for the third time, so we took a walk out in the quarter one day, and there were some people playing in the street. Why, you might ask, is this classically trained phenom, who has played for four presidents; who was dubbed "Lady Louis" and whose sound has been compared to the great Sidney Bechet, performing "al fresco" on the streets of NOLA?Two simple answers: She carries on the fine heritage of live music played in the streets of the Big Easy for more than a century, and, because you will, after listening for a few moments, be more than happy to pay for your listening pleasure with a generous tip, or, more often, by taking home one of Doreen's wonderful CDs as a treasure of your visit and your time with her.Royal Street - French Quarter, Royal Street & St. Peter is where you'll meet her! One of 19 vehicles impounded in connection with a street takeover in Pomona. [5] She ran a plate lunch eatery called "Doreen's Sweets" for a time until she and Lawrence kept passing musicians working the streets of New Orleans, and she told him that they could make money doing that. May. RELATED: LAPD announces enhanced enforcement to crack down on illegal street takeovers. We'd start at 9 in the morning and play until 9 or sometimes even until 11 at night! Tickets and RSVP information for Doreen Ketchens's upcoming concert at Royal Street Performing Arts Zone in New Orleans on Feb 17, 2022. The name eventually evolved to Doreens Jazz New Orleans, making Doreen the first female bandleader. I started playing jazz because I fell in love with a tuba player! Look outside! Lets jump right in! BR: There is a protocol for claiming a spot on the street in New Orleans. Thats when I discovered Doreen on YouTube. He is super cute Related Topics New Orleans Orleans Parish Louisiana United States of America North America Place comments sorted by . 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Those cats were awesome too! WAS There a House in New Orleans They Called The Rising Sun? You want to move the audience, you want to touch them. Authorities said they impounded 19 vehicles in connection with the street takeover near the intersection of Rio Rancho Road and Rancho Valley Drive. [6][5] She played for John F. Kennedy High School in New Orleans, and auditioned and was accepted to NOCCA, Louisiana's Arts Conservatory in New Orleans. [5] In junior high school, her band director, Donald Richardson, stayed on her for not practicing, and there was a boy that she was trying to impress. Link: Doreen . Ill hear something he plays, which Ive heard thousands of times, and Ill think, What? By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. At that time, there were four funeral homes within three blocks of our home, so Second Lines would pass constantly, passing my house and my school several times every week. Doreen's Jazz, performing on Royal Street in front of Rouse's Market in the French Quarter. How long have you been performing on your stage on Royal Street? Get up to speed with our Essential California newsletter, sent six days a week. 290. In front of 701 Royal St. Friday - Sunday, 10:30 am-2:30pm About Us! Rain or shine, Doreen's magnetic performance draws crowds to the corner of Royal and St. Peter each. I looked in, and there was Mr. Batiste. Early on, I emulated Jerry Fuller, clarinetist with the Dukes of Dixieland. Royal Street Performing Arts Zone. Doreen's Jazz New Orleans is a Dixieland and Traditional Jazz band created and led by clarinetist Doreen Ketchens. Doreen Ketchens: Hello! By Alexi Chidbachian. I remember we were auditioning for the Louisiana Music Educators Association honor band, and I was feeling low because I didnt think I did very well on the audition. Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans? Use tab to navigate through the menu items. She is an amazing clarinetist AND a buttery smooth, expressive singer. In front of the rouses around 12:30pm. He earned degrees from the University of Oklahoma (B.M.E. I started listening to Louis Armstrong. Royal Street Performing Arts Zone. Ive been playing it for a few months now. She. [4] She studied clarinet in elementary school, beginning as a fifth-grader at Joseph Craig Elementary. He used to call me Ms. Joseph, my maiden name. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. Since weve been playing for so long, if someone is in my spot, and I show up, theyll say, Oh, Doreen, I didnt know you were coming today. There is respect among musicians. It was so beautiful, you know, it was sleek, it was silver. Some people call me Mrs. Satchmo, I guess because that concept is in my head. Buy tickets for Doreen Ketchens concerts near you. BR: Thank you for sharing your life with the readers of The Clarinet! For musician Doreen Ketchens, however, it was the decision to sign up for the school band in order to get out of a pop quiz that led her to become a world-renowned clarinetist today. She has performed at concert halls, music festivals, and U.S. embassies, as well as in decades of weekly performances in Dixieland 's tradition in the Royal Street Performing Arts Zone in the French Quarter of New Orleans with her band, Doreen's Jazz New Orleans. ). 26. Before that, I played Buffet and Selmer, but I played them so much that they fell apart. Useful 2. Ketchens has performed for four U.S. presidents: Bill Clinton, George Bush Sr., Ronald Reagan and Jimmy Carter,[1] and was described by Nola.com in 2012 as one of the cultural ambassadors of New Orleans.[2]. Only recently did I start looking for other reeds. It wasnt like a dream, I was really trying to get out of a history test! I was walking around, feeling sorry for myself, and I heard a clarinet being played in a room. Two felony arrests were made for assault on a peace officer, possession of a firearm and possession of drugs. She is our main drummer. This is another collection of great traditional jazz and gospel. Still to this day, nobody plays like Stanley. . . I have tried googling without any real success. I wasnt interested in jazz at all. A driver who allegedly rammed his vehicle into a police cruiser while attempting to flee a street takeover in Pomona was arrested along with 26 other people at the illegal event Sunday, according to the California Highway Patrol. Ive been teaching private lessons online, and I did weekly clarinet lessons on my YouTube channel, but we had to stop once the storms started we are still cleaning up from that. We were supposed to play with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) in March of 2020, which, of course, was postponed because of COVID. Baldy area remains closed due to 'avalanche danger'. 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Jazz clarinetist and music educator Doreen Ketchens is famous for her performances on Royal Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans. Joseph, what are you doing here? I said, Im playing on this recording session. He said, You mean to tell me, all those years at NOCCA, you werent interested in jazz, and now youre playing jazz? Rampant chauvinism and her struggles only added fuel to her fire, and never made her change the direction of her band or music in order to conform to the music venues around town. Mr. Marsalis had a way of looking straight through you when you didnt do what you were supposed to. Her tips and lessons she has on her channel are too advanced for me, yet, but I cant get enough of watching her slay and would kill to see her play in person and show a token of my appreciation. [7][6] She had an internship with the symphony in Hartford. I approached Mr. Marsalis, and said, You know, I need some help. Show More Events. Lawrence, my husband, had a jazz band, and all of the sudden, jazz wasnt so bad. You dont want to sound like youre playing an etude book. Its been about a month since I did a YouTube lesson. My favorite band is a quintet we add guitar, Dave Hammer, and trombone, Steve Wonker. Please Read the [FAQ](https://www.reddit.com/r/AskNOLA/comments/panlj5/the_faq_google_pandemic_and_hurricanes_ps_please/) and search the sub before posting. Royal Street Performing Arts Zone. The sites Ive found that would have upcoming tour dates arent showing anything, but if anyone knows a better place to look (besides the first page of Google results) Id love to catch a show when were there Nov. 6-10, and Id really love to be able to show her some love in person (financially, not stalker-y) whether its buying tickets or throwing it in the hat. Her first choice was flute, but most of the girls picked that instrument, so she opted for the clarinet. Were doing the Court of Two Sisters brunch Sunday, so thats perfect. Police issued eight parking citations and a moving citation and impounded a vehicle, according to Pomona police spokesperson Aly Mejia. And I was just so amazed; I was like Ahhh! We were running in the hallways, just having a ball, you know. DK: I recently got a Shine clarinet, a composite instrument from Korea. [6] She found her passion in Jazz with Lawrence. I needed some rehearsals, I thought! The California Highway Patrol arrested 27 suspects in connection with a street takeover in Pomona on Sunday. I found it very frustrating. Log In. Depending on how much money you raised, you could be in the queens court. BR: Please tell us about your band and its instrumentation. Find hidden gems and get insider information on NOLAs best restaurants, bars, attractions, and events every week. Doreen Ketchens playing on Royal Street in the French Quarter. FOX 11. I would have known what to concentrate on. DK: Classical wise, Stanley Weinstein. A woman of many talents, Doreen worked her way through conservatories and college as a chef. Required fields are marked *. Doreen Ketchens is an American jazz clarinetist who performs Dixieland and Trad Jazz. DK: When I started, all I could do was play melodies. There is a growing backlash in some neighborhoods, with residents demanding authorities do more to crack down on the illegal gatherings that can turn deadly in a flash. There are so many good clarinetists out there, and they want the jobs too. That happened quite often to me they move pretty fast at NOCCA! He was a wonderful teacher and could explain what you had to do in a way which was so clear. The California Highway Patrol established a Street Racing Task Force that focuses on combating illegal street racing and sideshows. She is famous for being one of the best clarinet-players in the Crescent City, holding forth from her regular spot on Royal street in the famous French Quarter. BR: There is a lovely tradition in the music scene in New Orleans where bands allow and encourage other musicians, regardless of ability, to sit in with their band. Listen to other people, find what stimulates you. If I had been raised by Mr. Marsalis, I would be the greatest clarinetist in the whole world, Id know everything there is to know about music, and everything, because he had this way of pushing you and making you feel like dirt if you didnt live up to his standards. Ive been playing DAddario Reserve 5 reeds too. And, it was like a key opening a door, which made me able to play the song! Wed start at 9 in the morning and play until 9 or sometimes even until 11 at night! Shell never forget her most important mission to make music accessible and shared with everyone. ), Louisiana State University (M.M. I was warming up, and Mr. Marsalis walked in. Doreen Ketchens has been performing in New Orleans, mostly on Royal Street, for decades. 74. BR: Please tell us about your formal music education. Ellis Marsalis was my ear training teacher at NOCCA where I was strictly a classical player. CHP officers said that when they arrived at the scene they saw plumes of smoke from people performing burnouts. We are clarinet cousins! Ben Redwine: Good afternoon, Mrs. Ketchens, it is a pleasure to speak with you! Doreen grew up in Trem, a New Orleans neighborhood that birthed several extraordinary musicians including Kermit Ruffins, Trombone Shorty, Louis Prima, and The Rebirth Brass Band, just to name a few. The corner of Royal and St. Peter became their own stage, and it has been so prominent and successful, that it is unlikely that any other band will be found playing on their territory. Doreen Ketchens, dubbed "Lady Louis" is one of the world's greatest living Jazz clarinetists. [4] Their band evolved into "Doreen's Jazz New Orleans," and, after much struggle with the chauvinism of traditional Jazz and club owners, they managed to find a winning formula playing and entertaining crowds via their street shows, Jazz festivals, and then, through direct sales of their music and videos on the Internet. She formed her band called the Jackson Square All Stars, and they began playing in the French Quarters Jackson Square. DK: I always have saved for a rainy day, but I didnt know it would be a rainy year! Jupiter and Venus meet for rare conjunction. Get our L.A. Lineup: ----- Doreen Ketchens http://bnds.in/LQZu54 Find Local Concerts: http://bnds.in/jlStT0 I saw her yesterday on Royal St. DK: Its a passion. Funny 1. More than 25 Million People have loved and shared Doreen Ketchens video clips on YouTube, Vimeo and Facebook. 11:00a to 3p., weather permitting. I liked him as a person, and he liked me as a person, but, boy, he shook his head side to side quite often at me! He caught my eye and said, Come in! We started talking about Rachel, music, and my audition earlier that day. 13th, 2017. None of my family members were musicians, but my dad was a member of a social aid and pleasure club, and he used to Second Line all the time.1 He played the stereo constantly, so Im sure thats where my musical influence came from. I still have some of those reeds. BR: There are some locally and internationally famous music educators associated with New Orleans. New Orleans, LA. Jazz & Music festivals Doreen Ketchens has performed at: Fan and media videos of her performances have been seen globally by millions of people on YouTube and other social media outlets with one video by the NOLA Insider Guide on Facebook reaching more than 3.9M people by October 2015. Nicknamed "Lady Louis" because of her ability to hit and hold powerful high notes, and her love of Louis Armstrong's performance style, she has performed with Ellis Marsalis, Jon Faddis, Trombone Shorty, Al Hirt, Dorothy Donegan, The Black Crows and Jennifer Warnes, opened for Macy Grey and Dr. John,[3] and has been seen around the world by millions of people via media and fan videos of her performances. He was just being kind to me, I think, and showing that sometimes the teacher can become the student. Im like, Man, we aint never had no pop quiz, we aint gonna have no pop quiz, are you crazy? But sure enough, when we got back up to the class, there was a pop quiz. Ben Redwine retired from the United Stated Naval Academy Band in 2014. Even if youre successful, its not easy. 155. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation presents Doreen Ketchens in concert on Friday, December 16, 2022, at the George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center (1225 N. Rampart Street). The weather really does wreak havoc on instruments. Planning a visit to New Orleans? According to CHP- Baldwin Park Office, while one person was attempting to leave, they intentionally rammed into a CHP patrol vehicle. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Thats a godsend! To this day, Doreen continues to perform at Jazz festivals around the world, including her annual spot in the economy tent at Jazz Fest. I was destroying these beautiful instruments in the weather, so Im glad I found this composite clarinet. How are you thinking? I told him I was positive. I said, Wow Im gonna play the flute. And so when the teacher came up, he asked everybody to look around the room and hed ask each one what they wanted to play. People tell me all the time, Oh, your sound is so beautiful, but Im really still chasing the Stanley sound! At that time, I wasnt really educated in improvisation, just playing by ear. Your email address will not be published. As the bandleader of Doreens Jazz New Orleans, Doreen and her band have become ambassadors for the city of New Orleans, campaigning for her beloved hometown and its well-known traditional Jazz music through performance and education. In total, 27 people were arrested that night and 19 vehicles were impounded, according to CHP officials. New Orleans, 701 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA. Public performance. DK: I grew up in the Treme neighborhood. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. When its really busy, sometimes well still play for 8 hours. And I was looking around at the instruments and stuff, and I said, Wow, I saw a flute. Use this community to ask New Orleans locals questions that you may not be able to find on Google: recommendations for restaurants, itinerary suggestions, questions about specific neighborhoodsetc. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. I saw her yesterday on Royal St. I had a great scholarship, but as the years progressed, the tuition kept rising, but my scholarship didnt, so I started looking around, and was accepted at the Hartt School in Hartford, Connecticut, where I studied with Hank Lawson. I won first chair in that audition! New York, NY. Los Angeles, Review: A reimagined Secret Garden fails to flower anew at the Ahmanson Theatre, A record 6,542 guns were intercepted at U.S. airports in 2022, How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Rachel Bloom, More than 2,000 flights canceled amid workers strike at seven German airports, U.S. State Department warns to avoid parts of Mexico over ongoing violence, kidnappings. He was a special man and musician! You know, I said Ill go to college, and Ill major in performance because we had listened to the symphony, we did a lot of things, you know, and I thought, you know playing the clarinet is something you can do for a living. They had a pageant every year, which was a fundraiser, and it was around Mardi Gras time. I Was There. Eventually, I realized what he was doing, and it translated into me being able to improvise. He was a very gifted educator. Like many of New Orleans' musicians, Ketchens grew up in the Trem. A stylistically unique ensemble from day one, the members of Doreen's Jazz have been singing, performing, and playing in sync as if they'd been together their entire musical careers. Nick Spitzer: Sounds like you kind of became a queen of the neighborhood just by having your name on the sweet shop. document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "acfc2d7482b96616f7d0eef632fd0ef7" );document.getElementById("hdc13605e5").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Recorded live on April 5, 2012 with a Nikon D800 DSLR using a Rode Vid. Jupiter, Venus meet for rare conjunction. 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