Wess “Warmdaddy” Anderson is a celebrated classic swing saxophonist known for his big sound and irresistible charm. After beginning saxophone at age 14 and studying with jazz greats Frank Wess, Frank Foster, and Charles Davis, Anderson attended Southern University, where he studied with legendary New Orleans clarinetist and educator Alvin Batiste.
Batiste was one of New Orleans’ most influential jazz musicians and a pioneering force in modern jazz education. A master clarinetist, composer, and educator, he blended the musical traditions of New Orleans with bebop and avant-garde jazz. He mentored generations of musicians, including Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, and Donald Harrison, and helped shape the city’s jazz legacy through his work at Southern University.
In 1988, Anderson joined Wynton Marsalis’ Septet, touring and recording with the group for 20 years. He also performed with the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra and released four solo albums. Tonight, Anderson pays tribute to his former mentor, Alvin Batiste, celebrating what would have been the pioneering musician’s 93rd birthday and honoring his lasting influence on New Orleans jazz.
Shows at 7:00pm & 9:00pm
Doors at 6:30pm & 8:30pm
Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime:
Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com !
Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner in the Restaurant next door by Emailing reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online for the Music Room. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.
Bar Room is Open 5pm - Midnight, with or without tickets.
Kind Reminder: Snug Harbor does NOT serve the full menu inside the Music Room. We do offer cheese and charcuterie tray options. In order to preserve the integrity, quiet and focus of our world class intimate concerts, only the charcuterie, cocktails and soft drinks are available for table service inside the Music Room. However, we encourage you to arrive at least 90 Minutes prior to your showtime in order to enjoy full, relaxing dinner service in the Dining Room right next door, before getting seated in the Music Room for your ticketed showtime.
