Fall 2009

Still need a band for your holiday lunch or New Year's party?

Call White Oak Productions today at 504-314-6680!

- Personalized service from concept to completion
- Leader in entertainment production and booking since 1977
- Budget conscious
- Client focused and musician friendly!
- Offbeat Magazine's Best Booking Agency since 1998

BRW
BRW incorporates three-part harmony with a high-energy performance that is reminiscent of such legendary groups as the O'Jays, The Temptations and Boys II Men performing live with a five piece backup band. They can even add female vocalists and a horn section for that extra something.

Photo Credit: Rusty Salvador Costanza

Living Legends
Brass Band
Living Legends Brass Band is dedicated to the revival of traditional New Orleans Jazz, as well as pushing the musical envelope by producing a cutting edge "funk" sound for all music lovers. All original members share the common bond of being taught music by the great Edwin H. Hampton who fostered their love for jazz and music in general at St. Augustine High School of New Orleans. With over 100 years of combined musical experience this young band has derived a unique sound of traditional New Orleans jazz with a blend of contemporary jazz and R&B feel.

Shamarr Allen
Shamarr Allen has mastered the art of fusing traditional with contemporary jazz and funk. He has been involved with New Orleans brass bands including the Hot 8 Brass Band, Rebirth Brass Band, Lil' Rascals, Treme and others. He has shared the bandstand with music greats like, Branford Marsalis, Harry Connick Jr., Dr. Michael White, Henry Butler, Leo Nocentelli, George Porter and Ivan Neville to name a few and has performed on many festivals and concerts around the world.

White Oak Productions is proud to have worked with several events this past fall that have raised awareness of important issues:

Jesus, Justice, Jazz
Evangelic Lutheran Church Youth Gathering
July 12-26, 2009
White Oak booked entertainment for this premier event that drew youth from around the world to help contribute to the rebuilding efforts of the city. ELCA attendees were given a warm New Orleans welcome from John Autin and the Living Legends Brass Band.

Blues Traveler Photo Credit: Becky Fradella

Harvest the Music Series
September 17-October 29, 2009
For the second consecutive year, White Oak worked with the Second Harvest Food Bank to produce and site manage this weekly music series in Lafayette Square. Performers included Irma Thomas, the Radiators, Rebirth Brass Band, Eric Lindell, Blues Traveler and more. Thanks Gerald!

Living Legends Photo Credit: Rusty Salvador Costanza

Making Strides Walk
October 10, 2009
The annual American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk unites people to gain awareness for breast cancer. White Oak helped kick off this event with a second line led by the Living Legends Brass Band on the lakefront. Over 6,000 people attended and participated.

White Oak was busy this season with booking and/or producing the following events:

Photo Credit: Ed White

Motorsports Hall of Fame
August 22, 2009
Ed White booked and handled all of the entertainment production for this private party at the International Motorsports Hall of Fame located adjacent to the Talledega Speedway in Talledega, Alabama. Eddie Money performed and guests were singing "Two Tickets to Paradise" all night long!

Touro Here For Life Gala
October 10, 2009
This weekly event is a popular destination for New Orleanians seeking great music after the workday. Our role as site coordinator has enabled these concerts to set up and run smoothly. Thanks Vera and Amy!

Reds, Whites and the Blues
October 15, 2009
Ed White was the technical director for this annual wine tasting fundraiser. Benefits went to the Gambit Foundation for Entertainment Development and Education. Music was provided by the Harry Mayronne Trio and Leah Chase. Thanks to Gloria and Margo!

Neshama Carlebach Photo Credit: Sami Slovy

Go You Fourth
October 15, 2009
White Oak produced, stage managed and provided sound, lights and backline for this community concert held at Touro Synagogue. It was a benefit for the St. Bernard Project featuring Neshama Carlebach, Ellis Marsalis and the Green Pastures Baptist Choir.

Photo Credit: Ed White

Roosevelt Hotel Grand Opening
October 24-25, 2009
The Waldoff Astoria's Roosevelt celebrated its grand reopening since Hurricane Katrina. Allen Toussaint, Irma Thomas and the Neville Brothers were among the performers that helped commemorate the rebirth of one of New Orleans most prestigious hotels. Ed White booked and coordinated all of the entertainment. Thanks to Mark Wilson!

Willie Nelson Photo Credit: Mimi White

Cabo Rocks
YPO, WPO Central Region Conference
November 6-9, 2009
The YPO network unites successful young presidents and CEOs from around the world. This year's semi-annual convention took place in Cabo San Lucas and featured performances by KC and the Sunshine Band, Willie Nelson and Glenn Frey. Ed White booked the entertainment and coordinated entertainment needs as well as stage managed this event. Thanks to Kent and Shelly!

White Oak Productions continued our great working relationship with Audubon Nature Institute for these spring events:

SEAlebration
October 7, 2009
Julio y Cesar and the Storyville Stompers celebrated this years SEAlebration, which is an after-hours event exclusive to Aquarium members. Thanks and congratulations to Paige Nelson on her first successful member event with Audubon. Here's to many more, but hopefully without the rain!

Chubby Carrier Photo Credit: Sami Slovy

Swamp Festival
November 7-8, 2009
We were excited to once again book and produce Louisiana's largest fundraiser which featured Midnight Star. Supporting local entertainment was provided by Topsy Chapman, Wild Mohicans Mardi Gras Indians, Vieux Carre, and Joe Simon's Jazz. Thanks Ann!

White Oak was involved with production for festivals this year, highlighted below:

Photo Credit: Ed White

Gospel Music Fest
September 20, 2009
Ed White produced and stage managed the third annual Gospel Music Fest, which was located in Congo Square and sponsored by the Office of Black Catholic Ministries. This festival featured performances from over 15 local gospel choirs.

Voodoo Music Experience
October 30-November 1, 2009
White Oak once again handled all artist ground transportation for this Rehage Entertainment event. Ed White stage managed the WWOZ Stage this year which featured artists like Ween, Robert Randolph, Drive-By-Truckers and more. Thanks to Steve, Matt, Meghan, Ashley and Lizzie!

Xavier University Gala: November 2010
New Orleans Bowl: December 2010
Centurions Mardi Gras Celebration: January 2010
Muses Ball: February 2010
Krewe of Tucks Party Gras: February 2010
Krewe of Bacchus Rendezvous Ball: February 2010
Lundi Gras at the Spanish Plaza: February 2o1o

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