About Bob Sheppard: Bob Sheppard is a household name for saxophonists worldwide. He has done it all. Superstar names such as Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Perter Erskine, Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan, Stevie Wonder and many, many, many legends pack his world-class resume. Splitting his time between Los Angeles, and New York, Bob’s forged working relationships with the best musicians on both coasts. He will be accompanied by Bill Grimes on bass and Jonathan Grimes on drums. 

All ages welcome. Grab your tickets now and be part of the jazz tradition that keeps our community swinging!

This concert is the beginning of a new take on the previous Alvin Batiste Jazz Society, providing audiences opportunities for more genres. 

About Jeremy Davenport: Jeremy Davenport was born in St. Louis, Missouri into a family of musicians. His mother has been a music educator for nearly 50 years and his father worked for 40 years for the St. Louis Symphony. From a young age Davenport studied and played with members and guests of the St. Louis Symphony, which included an early introduction to Wynton Marsalis. He will be accompanied by Bill Grimes on bass and Troy Davis on drums. 

All ages welcome. Grab your tickets now and be part of the music tradition that keeps our community swinging! 

Experience the heartbeat of Baton Rouge with live jazz at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center November 20th, 6:30pm - 8:00pm! Our jazz performances aren't just shows—they're celebrations of culture and creativity. 

About Leon Anderson: Leon Anderson is an American jazz drummer from New Orleans, Louisiana, US, who trained as a classical percussionist, and has worked with Marcus Roberts and Wynton Marsalis. He performs and tours internationally with Marsalis, Goines, Walter Payton and the Snapbean Band, and the Third Coast Jazz Quintet. He will be accompanied by Bill Grimes on bass and Jonathan Grimes on drums. 

All ages welcome. Grab your tickets now and be part of the jazz tradition that keeps our community swinging!

Jazz Nights with the Batiste Legacy Sessions. 

Experience the heartbeat of Baton Rouge with live jazz at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center December 17th, 6:30pm - 8:00pm! Our jazz performances aren't just shows—they're celebrations of culture and creativity. 

Patrick Bordelon will be accompanied by students performing from Central High. 

All ages welcome. Grab your tickets now and be part of the jazz tradition that keeps our community swinging!