SOUL Brass Band

Join us for a free show featuring the high energy SOUL Brass Band!

SOUL Brass Band is a modern New Orleans brass ensemble led by drummer, vocalist, and bandleader Derrick Freeman, whose work bridges the city's deep-rooted traditions with a forward-looking sound.

Drawing from the lineage of second line culture, the band blends classic brass band instrumentation with elements of funk, hip-hop, and soul. Their performances move fluidly between tightly arranged horn lines, improvisation, and rhythmic interplay — reflecting the evolving language of New Orleans street music.

Under Freeman's direction, Soul Brass Band has appeared at major international festivals including the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival, and Telluride Jazz Festival. The group features some of the city's most accomplished players, including Billboard-charting saxophonist James Martin and Grammy Award–winning tubist Miles Lyons.