George Porter Jr. and Runnin’ Pardners / Rebirth Brass Band
George Porter, Jr.
Perhaps best known as the bassist for The Meters, George Porter, Jr. is one of the progenitors of the modern funky New Orleans sound. During the course of a career spanning more than four decades, Porter has worked with a galaxy of stars including Paul McCartney, Jimmy Buffett, David Byrne, Patti LaBelle, Robbie Robertson, Tori Amos, Taj Mahal, Ryan Montbleau and Mickey Hart. In the early days, Porter accompanied seminal New Orleans artists such as Allen Toussaint, Earl King, Lee Dorsey, Johnny Adams, Irma Thomas and The Lastie Brothers. Porter also leads his own long-term project, the Runnin’ Pardners, which is best known for fusing rock, funk, jam band riffing and second-line swing into a two-stepping, finger-popping, rolling good time.
Rebirth Brass Band
Whether seen on HBO’s Tremé series or during one of their famous Tuesday night gigs at The Maple Leaf, the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band represents an authentic New Orleans institution. Formed in 1983 by the Frazier brothers, the band has evolved from playing the streets of the French Quarter to performing for thousands on festival stages all over the world. While committed to upholding the tradition of brass bands, Rebirth has also extended their repertoire into the realms of funk, hip-hop, soul and rock to create a signature polyglot sound. These days, when one can hardly swing a bead necklace around one’s head without hitting a brass band, Rebirth remains the undisputed leader of the pack.
VIP Experience ($100): Join fellow music lovers in the courtyard of Victory North from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for a pre-show dinner, open bar serving beer and wine, and bluegrass/acoustic music. Includes admission to the concert.
About SMF Encore
SMF ENCORE events offer a fun and energetic concert experience where dancing is encouraged!
COVID Policy
To ensure the well-being of our patrons, artists, and staff, all attendees will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 48 hours of arrival. Masks will be required indoors (when not eating or drinking) and in any area that doesn’t allow for sufficient social distancing.
Protocols for pre-show verification will be provided to all ticket purchasers in advance. For complete Savannah Music Festival COVID safety policies, please visit https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/safety.
Perhaps best known as the bassist for The Meters, George Porter, Jr. is one of the progenitors of the modern funky New Orleans sound. During the course of a career spanning more than four decades, Porter has worked with a galaxy of stars including Paul McCartney, Jimmy Buffett, David Byrne, Patti LaBelle, Robbie Robertson, Tori Amos, Taj Mahal, Ryan Montbleau and Mickey Hart. In the early days, Porter accompanied seminal New Orleans artists such as Allen Toussaint, Earl King, Lee Dorsey, Johnny Adams, Irma Thomas and The Lastie Brothers. Porter also leads his own long-term project, the Runnin’ Pardners, which is best known for fusing rock, funk, jam band riffing and second-line swing into a two-stepping, finger-popping, rolling good time.
Rebirth Brass Band
Whether seen on HBO’s Tremé series or during one of their famous Tuesday night gigs at The Maple Leaf, the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band represents an authentic New Orleans institution. Formed in 1983 by the Frazier brothers, the band has evolved from playing the streets of the French Quarter to performing for thousands on festival stages all over the world. While committed to upholding the tradition of brass bands, Rebirth has also extended their repertoire into the realms of funk, hip-hop, soul and rock to create a signature polyglot sound. These days, when one can hardly swing a bead necklace around one’s head without hitting a brass band, Rebirth remains the undisputed leader of the pack.
VIP Experience ($100): Join fellow music lovers in the courtyard of Victory North from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for a pre-show dinner, open bar serving beer and wine, and bluegrass/acoustic music. Includes admission to the concert.
About SMF Encore
SMF ENCORE events offer a fun and energetic concert experience where dancing is encouraged!
COVID Policy
To ensure the well-being of our patrons, artists, and staff, all attendees will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 48 hours of arrival. Masks will be required indoors (when not eating or drinking) and in any area that doesn’t allow for sufficient social distancing.
Protocols for pre-show verification will be provided to all ticket purchasers in advance. For complete Savannah Music Festival COVID safety policies, please visit https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/safety.
