Cosimo at 100: The Sound That Shaped New Orleans

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm UTC-05:00

Williams Research Center | New Orleans

The Historic New Orleans Collection
Publisher/HostThe Historic New Orleans Collection
Cosimo at 100: The Sound That Shaped New Orleans
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Join us in celebrating the 100th birthday of Cosimo Matassa (1928–2014), architect of the New Orleans sound! American Routes host Nick Spitzer will lead a slate of special guests, including music scholar Matt Sakakeeny, in conversation about Matassa’s life and legacy.
After the discussion, join us at 520 Royal Street for a birthday celebration featuring the Mahogany Blue Baby Dolls and DJ Buy It Now, who will spin hits from Matassa’s J&M Recording Studio. While the music plays, attendees are invited to grab a slice of cake and design their own custom album covers.
Don’t miss this special opportunity to cool off during French Quarter Fest while honoring a local legend. Admission is free and open to the public; no registration is required.
• Panel: 1–2:30 p.m. (Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres Street)
• Reception: 2:30–4 p.m. (Tricentennial Wing, 520 Royal Street)
Learn more: https://hnoc.org/events/celebrating-cosimo-matassa
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Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres St,New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

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