JAMNOLA Hosts SHE JAMS, a Community Fundraiser to Benefit Girls Play Trumpet Too

An evening of live music, art and special guests benefiting Girls Play Trumpets Too, with 100% of net proceeds empowering young girls through music.

NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, October 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — JAMNOLA, New Orleans’ award-winning immersive cultural experience on Frenchmen Street, is adding a creative, community-driven evening to the lineup of things to do in New Orleans with She JAMS, celebrating female creativity and the next generation of New Orleans musicians.
Taking place Tuesday, October 20, from 5–8 p.m., the event will benefit Girls Play Trumpets Too, a local nonprofit empowering girls ages 8–19 through music, mentorship, leadership, performance, and cultural exchange.

At the heart of the evening will be a live performance by the talented young musicians of Girls Play Trumpets Too, giving attendees an opportunity to experience the next generation of New Orleans musical talent. Joining them will be acclaimed vocalist and JAMNOLA Music Ambassador, Anjelika “Jelly” Joseph, who will perform two songs, including a solo performance and a special collaboration with Girls Play Trumpets Too.

The evening will also feature a performance by beloved New Orleans musician Rockin’ Dopsie Jr., along with a special appearance by Big Chief Victor Harris, a revered figure in New Orleans’ Black Masking cultural tradition.

Adding to the evening’s creative energy, Jane Tardo and Benjamin Harlow will bring their imaginative Haunted Hearse Phone Rollercoaster experience to JAMNOLA, while local artist Joel Scilley will create artwork live. Guests will also have the chance to meet JAMNOLA artists as they showcase their work and share their creative processes throughout the immersive space. DJ Lady B will provide the soundtrack for the celebration, while complimentary bites and sips round out the evening.

“JAMNOLA exists because of the incredible artists, musicians, and culture that make New Orleans unlike anywhere else in the world,” said Jonny Liss, Founder of JAMNOLA. “With She JAMS, we’re celebrating that creativity while investing in its future. Giving these talented young women a stage to shine on, and supporting an organization that’s helping them find their voices, is exactly the kind of community connection we want JAMNOLA to inspire.”

100% of net proceeds from She JAMS will be donated to Girls Play Trumpets Too, helping the organization continue creating opportunities for young girls to build confidence, develop their talents, and find their voices both onstage and beyond.

“Music has the power to change lives, and every young girl deserves the opportunity to discover what she’s capable of,” said Troy Sawyer, Founder and Artistic Director of Girls Play Trumpets Too. “We’re not just teaching girls to play the trumpet. We’re helping them build confidence, become leaders, and break barriers in an industry where women have historically been underrepresented. Partnering with JAMNOLA gives our girls another opportunity to be seen, heard, and celebrated in the city that inspires them.”

For visitors seeking an immersive art experience in New Orleans, JAMNOLA features vibrant, interactive installations created in collaboration with more than 100 local artists—providing a fitting backdrop for an evening where art, music, and community come together for a meaningful cause.

Tickets are $20, with 100% of net proceeds benefiting Girls Play Trumpets Too.

Event Details
WHAT: She JAMS — A Community Art Night Benefiting Girls Play Trumpets Too
WHEN: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 5–8 p.m.
WHERE: JAMNOLA | 940 Frenchmen Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
FEATURING:
-Live performance by Girls Play Trumpets Too
-Anjelika “Jelly” Joseph solo performance and collaboration with Girls Play Trumpets Too
-Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. live performance
-Special appearance by Big Chief Victor Harris
-Jane Tardo and Benjamin Harlow’s Haunted Hearse Phone Rollercoaster
-Live painting by Joel Scilley
-JAMNOLA artists showcasing their work
-Music by DJ Lady B
-Complimentary bites and sips

TICKETS: $20 at JamNola.com
BENEFITING: Girls Play Trumpets Too — 100% of net proceeds donated

About JAMNOLA:
Located on New Orleans’ iconic Frenchmen Street, JAMNOLA is an award-winning immersive cultural experience celebrating the joy, art, and music of New Orleans. Spanning 10,000 square feet and featuring 30 interactive installations created in collaboration with more than 100 local artists, JAMNOLA invites visitors to experience the city’s vibrant culture in unexpected and imaginative ways. Recognized among Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best experiences and voted the #5 Best Immersive Art Experience in the U.S. in USA TODAY’s 2026 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, JAMNOLA is dedicated to uplifting the creative community that makes New Orleans extraordinary.
Learn more at www.jamnola.com.

About Girls Play Trumpets Too:
Girls Play Trumpets Too is a New Orleans-based nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering girls ages 8–19 through trumpet education, mentorship, leadership development, performance, and international cultural exchange. Founded by Troy Sawyer, an acclaimed New Orleans trumpeter, bandleader, composer, film score composer, music educator, and cultural ambassador, the organization works to increase female representation in a historically male-dominated music industry. Under Sawyer’s artistic direction, Girls Play Trumpets Too provides young musicians with opportunities to develop their musical artistry, strengthen their leadership abilities, and engage with diverse cultures through education, performance, and international experiences.

Amber Soletti
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