20 Years at the Alkek Celebration

N'awlins Gumbo Kings" concert. Music celebrating the Big Easy, featuring musicians who toured with the likes of Paul McCartney, Ray Charles, Dr. John, Ellis Marsalis and others. The N'awlins Gumbo Kings have been trumpeting the sounds of Louisiana since 2002. Co-leaders Steve Howard (trumpet) and Mike Sizer (clarinet/sax) are the driving force behind the group. They are joined by Bobby Breaux on drums, Carl Hillman on bass, Brian Piper on piano/vocals and Ken George on trombone. The band performs a variety of New Orleans styles including traditional Dixieland, Louie Prima style and New Orleans R&B, as well as their own original songs. The Gumbo Kings have recorded three albums, with their second recording featuring special guest and long-time friend Dr. John on vocals.