And I did my classical, and I went to Loyola, then went to the Hartt School of Music in Connecticut. As I got older, I remember one of my first recordings with Kermit Ruffins. While police attempted to block in the vehicles, one driver allegedly rammed his car into a CHP cruiser. She has performed at concert halls, music festivals, and U.S. embassies, as well as in decades of weekly performances in Dixieland 's tradition in the Royal Street Performing Arts Zone in the French Quarter of New Orleans with her band, Doreen's Jazz New Orleans. A stylistically unique ensemble from day one, the members of Doreen's Jazz have been singing, performing, and playing in sync as if theyd been together their entire musical careers. Then, I transferred to Loyola University, where I studied with Stanley Weinstein. So, he was Uncle Al after that. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. You know, the jazz clarinetists that I had heard, like George Lewis and others, I appreciated their tones and I respected them, but that was not my concept of tone at all. Doreen Ketchens plays Tin Roof Blues on Royal street in New Orleans. You know, I said Ill go to college, and Ill major in performance because we had listened to the symphony, we did a lot of things, you know, and I thought, you know playing the clarinet is something you can do for a living. I made fine grades, and kept up musically, I just didnt think I was! Doreen Ketchens is a regular on Royal Street, the home for street performers in New Orleans French Quarter. So I looked out the window as I often did to the sky and I said, God, if you get me out of this, Ill do anything. And about two minutes later, the principal came on the loudspeaker, and she said, Anybody interested in joining the band, report to the band room immediately. I raised my hand, and that band director, you know, he was only there for a certain amount of time so, you know, he didnt pick everybody but he did pick me. BR: Do you have advice for a young musician who would like to pursue a career as a performer? We were supposed to play with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) in March of 2020, which, of course, was postponed because of COVID. He was a special man and musician! Those cats were awesome too! DK: Its a passion. "She" is Doreen Ketchens, whose venue for her brand of jazz is right in front of Rouses Market at St. Peter and Royal streets. You need to find your voice so that your personality can come out in your playing. I found a set of clarinets and they came with two Kaspar mouthpieces, which I fell in love with. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. ), Louisiana State University (M.M. There was no real work here, I mean, were back home in New Orleans, the symphony has gone bust for the third time, so we took a walk out in the quarter one day, and there were some people playing in the street. Press J to jump to the feed. Dorreen Ketchens and band playing on Royal Street, French Quarter, New Orleans. Thats fantastic, thank you!! People tell me all the time, Oh, your sound is so beautiful, but Im really still chasing the Stanley sound! He was a wonderful teacher and could explain what you had to do in a way which was so clear. As we got older, we realized how to make more money in less time, so now, we play for about 5 hours a day. He retired to New Orleans, where he performs frequently in both classical and jazz genres. If I had been raised by Mr. Marsalis, I would be the greatest clarinetist in the whole world, Id know everything there is to know about music, and everything, because he had this way of pushing you and making you feel like dirt if you didnt live up to his standards. We created our own gigs by playing out on the street, and weve gone many places in the world from the street from that very corner. Thats when I discovered Doreen on YouTube. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. Its crazy, but its what you do! I saw her yesterday on Royal St. Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans? In total, 27 people were arrested that night and 19 vehicles were impounded, according to CHP officials. I enjoyed the article Los Cabos, So Luxe, by Rosemary McClure (March 31). Although when home in New Orleans she can often be found on Royal Street performing for tourists and other French Quarter strollers, she is an international attraction at . So, I went to his house for the rehearsal. [5] In junior high school, her band director, Donald Richardson, stayed on her for not practicing, and there was a boy that she was trying to impress. Some people call me Mrs. Satchmo, I guess because that concept is in my head. Doreen Ketchens is an American jazz clarinetist who performs Dixieland and Trad Jazz. Get up to speed with our Essential California newsletter, sent six days a week. Only recently did I start looking for other reeds. Mr. Marsalis had a way of looking straight through you when you didnt do what you were supposed to. Ive been playing DAddario Reserve 5 reeds too. Nicknamed "Lady Louis" because of her ability to hit and hold powerful high notes, and her love of Louis Armstrong's performance style, she has performed with Ellis Marsalis, Jon Faddis, Trombone Shorty, Al Hirt, Dorothy Donegan, The Black Crows and Jennifer Warnes, opened for Macy Grey and Dr. John,[3] and has been seen around the world by millions of people via media and fan videos of her performances. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . Sometimes people surprise you! I have a gold-plated Selmer that I had pinned so many times my repairman said, Doreen, you need to retire this instrument. So, I did. 26. She began to study with clarinetist Stanley Weinstein. document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "acfc2d7482b96616f7d0eef632fd0ef7" );document.getElementById("hdc13605e5").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Public performance. Give me, a kiss to build a dream on . We had a pop quiz one day. CHP officers said that when they arrived at the scene they saw plumes of smoke from people performing burnouts. Even if youre successful, its not easy. Doreen Ketchens has been performing in New Orleans, mostly on Royal Street, for decades. I already thought everyone was smarter than me, because they came from prestigious schools, and I didnt think I belonged there. New York, NY. Its their privilege to lose. Even though the fundraiser was over, the kids kept coming to the door. Her silky, haunting voice and amazing skills on the clarinet will stay with you even after you leave. Buster Bailey had a similar background to me, starting out with classical music, then learning jazz. It wasnt like a dream, I was really trying to get out of a history test! Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Come and be amazed. He had this way of shaking his head first hed shake it up, then hed shake it sideways, and I always thought, Oh boy, here we go. He was amazing, but my life with him was challenging. Now that you are established, do any other bands steal your spot? Doreen Ketchens playing on Royal Street in the French Quarter. Baldy area remains closed due to 'avalanche danger'. In the meantime, my husbands father passed away, then shortly after, my father passed away, so we moved back to New Orleans. He told me, You know, you probably didnt do as badly in that audition as you think you did. Ketchens has played with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. 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The group has toured the world, and performs in the Royal Street Performing Arts zone in the French Quarter of New Orleans, at jazz festivals, fairs, showcases, and concert halls. The takeover group headed north toward Roselawn Avenue and Pomona Boulevard, where they continued to perform dangerous maneuvers in their cars, according to police. You have to practice and be ready to perform at the drop of a hat. Look outside! Most of the people were arrested on suspicion of spectating or participating in the takeover. Ben Redwine retired from the United Stated Naval Academy Band in 2014. The only relief I got in that class was when Mr. Marsalis stopped trashing me in class to start trashing Harry! Get 2023 tour dates, venue details, concert reviews, photos and more at Bandsintown. Doreen ran an eatery called Doreens Sweets until she and Lawrence realized they could make money following their first passion, music, after seeing so many musicians seemingly do so on the streets. I still have some of those reeds. I needed some rehearsals, I thought! If I knew then what I know now, Id be a much better clarinetist and musician than I am today. California Highway Patrol officers were called to assist the Pomona Police Department Sunday night when a large group of vehicles took part in a street takeover. He gave me some advice which I didnt really understand, then he said retrogression. I still didnt understand him, but he said it again, then showed me on the piano. Doreen Ketchens (born October 3, 1966) is an American jazz clarinetist who performs Dixieland and Trad Jazz.She has performed at concert halls, music festivals, and U.S. embassies, as well as in decades of weekly performances in Dixieland's tradition in the Royal Street Performing Arts Zone in the French Quarter of New Orleans with her band, Doreen's Jazz New Orleans. Hes a rocket scientist too. To this day, Doreen continues to perform at Jazz festivals around the world, including her annual spot in the economy tent at Jazz Fest. How long have you been performing on your stage on Royal Street? When the first question came to me, I got it wrong. Listen to other people, find what stimulates you. I just thought it was so pretty, but when I played it, it sounded terrible until I changed reeds to 4.5, and then it was amazing. (Christopher Reynolds / Los Angeles Times), Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Yosemite breaks decades-old snowfall record, closing national park indefinitely, Jaguars, narcos, illegal loggers: One mans battle to save a jungle and Maya ruins, Has wildflower shaming gone too far? 290. As California continues to deal with the wrath of the winter storms, Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency for more than a dozen counties. About Doreen Ketchens. FOX 11. Doreen Ketchens' guitarist. When she finally did practice, her talent began to emerge. Im thinking of Ellis Marsalis and Alvin Batiste. (Christopher Reynolds / Los Angeles Times) April 14, 2019 7 AM PT Great to read the article on New Orleans (". Rampant chauvinism and her struggles only added fuel to her fire, and never made her change the direction of her band or music in order to conform to the music venues around town. Recently, the artistalso known as Queen Clarinethas gained renewed attention from a resurfaced 2018 video where she performs a mind . Of all the clarinetists in the city, only one is sometimes called Lady Louis, or the Female Louis Armstrong, or Queen Clarinet. Doreen Ketchens has been performing in New Orleans, mostly on Royal Street, for decades. Originally published in The Clarinet 48/2 (March 2021). He had ways of communicating which flew over your head, but you might actually catch a few stars, you know? I'd bet you can go there most days to hear her. DK: Its been 30-35 years, 4 days a week. Log In. Id find a recording of the song we were supposed to play, and just play along, figuring out the tune, and what to play to sound good. Goes Out newsletter, with the week's best events, to help you explore and experience our city. Their styles at the time were against what I was studying, trying to get a perfect classical clarinet tone. You dont want to sound like youre playing an etude book. However, they had trouble booking shows at traditional venues due to the prevalent chauvinism of the club owners. When officers arrived on scene, they saw a large plume of tire smoke caused by numerous burnouts as well as people attempting to flee the location. Nathan Solis is a Metro reporter covering breaking news at the Los Angeles Times. He could communicate even what he couldnt demonstrate any longer. [4] Their band evolved into "Doreen's Jazz New Orleans," and, after much struggle with the chauvinism of traditional Jazz and club owners, they managed to find a winning formula playing and entertaining crowds via their street shows, Jazz festivals, and then, through direct sales of their music and videos on the Internet. I won first chair in that audition! Thats a godsend! Doreen Ketchens (born October 3, 1966) is an American jazz clarinetist who performs Dixieland and Trad Jazz. We'd start at 9 in the morning and play until 9 or sometimes even until 11 at night! In front of 701 Royal St. Friday - Sunday, 10:30 am-2:30pm About Us! He is super cute Related Topics New Orleans Orleans Parish Louisiana United States of America North America Place comments sorted by . ). Log In. He was just being kind to me, I think, and showing that sometimes the teacher can become the student. Ben Redwine: Good afternoon, Mrs. Ketchens, it is a pleasure to speak with you! [8], She has been featured in numerous documentaries about New Orleans, its heritage, and its music, including several profiles by WWOZ, New Orleans' Jazz radio station including a video profiles and audio programs, and dozens of articles from major newspapers and magazines around the world. Lets jump right in! Still to this day, nobody plays like Stanley. Published September 6, 2022. [2] The group has been featured in numerous articles, including New Orleans' Jazz radio station's Busker Blog. Her group is Doreen's Jazz New Orleans. I said, Wow Im gonna play the flute. And so when the teacher came up, he asked everybody to look around the room and hed ask each one what they wanted to play. He was a very gifted educator. My school had an arrangement with the New Orleans Philharmonic where we would hear the symphony several times a year, so I had a pretty wide exposure to two genres of music, funky jazz street beats and classical music. I didnt even know what it was called, it just looked pretty, so I chose the clarinet! The couple began performing on the streets of New Orleans in 1987.[5]. To this day, you can still catch them performing there frequently, in between attending festivals and performing at schools around the world to educate students of all ages. She is famous for being one of the best clarinet-players in the Crescent City, holding forth from her regular spot on Royal street in the famous French Quarter. Police issued eight parking citations and a moving citation and impounded a vehicle, according to Pomona police spokesperson Aly Mejia. So a few months later, the barber shop that was there closed, and my mom got the bright idea of opening up next door and being legal. How are you thinking? I told him I was positive. The clarinet was right next to it, and I said, Well, I want to play the clarinet.. I wasnt interested in jazz at all. BR: How are you faring with this pandemic we are all suffering through, and how are you coping with the sudden change in livelihood and lifestyle? . The California Highway Patrol established a Street Racing Task Force that focuses on combating illegal street racing and sideshows. BR: Who were your musical idols when you were learning your instrument? I Was There. Los Angeles, Review: A reimagined Secret Garden fails to flower anew at the Ahmanson Theatre, A record 6,542 guns were intercepted at U.S. airports in 2022, How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Rachel Bloom, More than 2,000 flights canceled amid workers strike at seven German airports, U.S. State Department warns to avoid parts of Mexico over ongoing violence, kidnappings. As a middle schooler, she would fake a headache to get out of a quiz or gym class, but her acting abilities still have yet to help in her career trajectory. POMONA, Calif. - Over two dozen people were arrested during an illegal street . I would steal so many of his solos just so I could keep up with my husbands band. DK: Dorian, my daughter has been playing with us since she was 4. DK: Yes, all the time! It plays really well, and I dont have to worry about the heat or cold. DK: Thank you! But New Orleans jazz musician Doreen Ketchens has garnered much acclaim over the years for her incredible talent with the clarinet. While Ketchens may prefer playing on the street, she has also demonstrated her ability to play with a classical orchestra. 155. It was so beautiful, you know, it was sleek, it was silver. Im not a child anymore, but Im going to be okay! Your email address will not be published. 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There are more professional clarinetists living and working in New Orleans than any other American city, except, perhaps, for Washington, D.C. because of all of the military bands stationed there. Email will originate from news@neworleans.com. [1] Videos of the group by fans, news, and entertainment organizations have been seen by millions of people on the Internet and the group has recorded more than 20 CDs or DVDs of the group's work. Early on, 12 hours a day. [7][6] She had an internship with the symphony in Hartford. He was my clarinet teacher, principal clarinetist with the New Orleans Symphony. Did you have any contact with them when you were growing up? She formed her band called the Jackson Square All Stars, and they began playing in the French Quarters Jackson Square. I was warming up, and Mr. Marsalis walked in. Walking down Royal Street on a sunny afternoon, you are very likely to find Doreen Ketchens wailing on her clarinet, leading an enthusiastic band and delighting passersby with her vibrant personality and bold, joyful sound. This is for all types of music even classical. And I was just so amazed; I was like Ahhh! We were running in the hallways, just having a ball, you know. They have performed with programs sponsored by Jazz at Lincoln Center and The US Department of State. To get out of a pop quiz, she responded to an announcement asking interested students to come and sign up for the band. I sat down, virtually, with Doreen Ketchens in November 2020. I thought to myself, Man, that instrument is pretty, I want to play that! By the time it got to me, the flutes had been all accounted for, so I chose the next instrument on the poster. Jazz & Music festivals Doreen Ketchens has performed at: Fan and media videos of her performances have been seen globally by millions of people on YouTube and other social media outlets with one video by the NOLA Insider Guide on Facebook reaching more than 3.9M people by October 2015. The sites Ive found that would have upcoming tour dates arent showing anything, but if anyone knows a better place to look (besides the first page of Google results) Id love to catch a show when were there Nov. 6-10, and Id really love to be able to show her some love in person (financially, not stalker-y) whether its buying tickets or throwing it in the hat. [6] She found her passion in Jazz with Lawrence. According to CHP- Baldwin Park Office, while one person was attempting to leave, they intentionally rammed into a CHP patrol vehicle. ), and The Catholic University of America (D.M.A.). Back in January, I was recording a film for Branford Marsalis, Ellis came around a few times, and we had worked out what we were going to play one song together, and one song as a solo with the LPO. On a recent weekend, the task force issued 300 citations, impound 50 vehicles, and arrested 20 individuals, according to the CHP website. on April 1. Were doing the Court of Two Sisters brunch Sunday, so thats perfect. When I have experienced this, the look on an amateurs face is priceless, as they seem to be having the time of their life. BR: You are known in New Orleans as a street musician, and you have performed on Royal Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans for many years. Her tips and lessons she has on her channel are too advanced for me, yet, but I cant get enough of watching her slay and would kill to see her play in person and show a token of my appreciation. 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Rudy Reyes talks about his time on 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test', Southern California storm: Region hit with heavy rain, mountain snow, gusty winds, Look outside! We look forward to a time when we can hear you perform again, whether it be on Royal Street, or at an International Clarinet Association ClarinetFest! RELATED: LAPD announces enhanced enforcement to crack down on illegal street takeovers. The California Highway Patrol arrested 27 suspects in connection with a street takeover in Pomona on Sunday. I dont remember those solos now, but Im sure that I still play snippets of them that creep into my improvisations. Email will originate from news@neworleans.com. By Alexi Chidbachian. Heres why experts say not to worry, How a Cucamonga Peak hiker survived a 200-foot fall from an icy trail, The chance of a lifetime: Five friends ski the tallest mountain in Los Angeles, Shocking, impossible gas bills push restaurants to the brink of closures, Best coffee city in the world? Like many of New Orleans' musicians, Ketchens grew up in the Trem. Oh, man, I just learned about you. Im like, Man, we aint never had no pop quiz, we aint gonna have no pop quiz, are you crazy? But sure enough, when we got back up to the class, there was a pop quiz. For all of the nicknames for New Orleans (the Big Easy, the Crescent City, etc. It was a very common instrument. Recorded live on April 5, 2012 with a Nikon D800 DSLR using a Rode Vid. I cant figure out this tune. New Orleans jazz clarinet queen Doreen Ketchens is beloved by locals and tourists alike. [3], Ketchens began playing in Jackson Square with her first band, the Jackson Square All-Stars. [9] Professional performances and performances in feature films and television programs include: On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. [citation needed]. So, I started to look for a new mouthpiece, and I saw the DAddario marbled mouthpiece. The corner of Royal and St. Peter became their own stage, and it has been so prominent and successful, that it is unlikely that any other band will be found playing on their territory. Will you relate your memories of growing up in New Orleans, what your perception of the city was, and when it was that you first became interested in music? (Photo: Adriana Lopez) As a middle schooler, she would fake a headache to get out of a quiz or gym class, but her acting abilities still have yet to help in her career trajectory. Doreen Ketchens, Royal St, New Orleans, LA, Music Shows - MapQuest Hotels Food Shopping Coffee Grocery Gas Find Best Western Hotels & Resorts nearby Sponsored Go United States Louisiana New Orleans Doreen Ketchens Royal St New Orleans LA 70130 (504) 908-7119 Claim this business (504) 908-7119 Website More Directions Advertisement Website Before that, Solis was at the Redding Record Searchlight as a multimedia journalist, where he anchored coverage of the destructive 2017 fires in Northern California. So, I looked out of the window, like I did most days, and I prayed, saying, God, if you can get me out of this test, Ill do anything! Almost simultaneously, the principal spoke over the loudspeaker, and she said, Anyone interested in joining the band, report immediately to the bandroom. I was saved by the bell! 1 Second Line is a New Orleans tradition in which a second line of revelers follows behind a first line of parade participants and musicians. In front of 701 Royal St. Friday - Sunday, 10:30 am-2:30 pm, Proudly created by Jesse Hellmann-Contact Web Designer Here. For musician Doreen Ketchens, however, it was the decision to sign up for the school band in order to get out of a pop quiz that led her to become a world-renowned clarinetist today. Nick Spitzer: Sounds like you kind of became a queen of the neighborhood just by having your name on the sweet shop. NS: At what point in all this do you say to yourself, not only am I good at the clarinet, but I could continue to study and become a professional musician? People today might hum while they play to achieve something similar, but I dont think that was what he was doing. Funny 1. [5] She ran a plate lunch eatery called "Doreen's Sweets" for a time until she and Lawrence kept passing musicians working the streets of New Orleans, and she told him that they could make money doing that. Ellis Marsalis was my ear training teacher at NOCCA where I was strictly a classical player. [7][5], Doreen attended Delgado Community College, Loyola University of New Orleans, Southern University In New Orleans, and, through scholarships, including one from the New York Philharmonic, University of Hartford's The Hartt School in Hartford, Connecticut, where she studied under Henry Larsen. Doreen Ketchens, on clarinet, and her band play Royal Street, New Orleans. During her university years, Doreen attended The Hartt School at The University of Hartford in Connecticut through a scholarship from The New York Philharmonic. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. I encourage readers to visit my website: doreensjazz.com, where you can learn more about me and where you can purchase recordings, and even get in touch with me yourself! In 1987, they started performing on the street together almost daily, giving them exposure and a platform to start selling their music. May. 2023 GoNOLA.com, New Orleans & Company. He said, There you go, you got it! And, that was that. 2023 FOX Television Stations, until THU 12:00 AM PST, San Bernardino County Mountains, until WED 10:00 PM PST, Riverside County Mountains, This California city named 'happiest' in America for 3rd-straight year, FOX 11's Marla Tellez chased, nearly attacked in broad daylight; How to keep yourself safe, Encino woman extradited from Montenegro to serve sentence for COVID-19 loan fraud, Residents remain stranded or desperate to get to Lake Arrowhead during state of emergency, Watch: Fishermen spot sharks in huge feeding frenzy off Louisiana coast, California Snow: Newsom declares state of emergency for 13 counties, including LA and San Bernardino, Memorial services underway for slain LA Auxiliary Bishop, Mt. 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