Go to main contentsGo to search barGo to main menu
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Ad

Cha Wa to Bring New Orleans Funk to Oats Park Center

Cha Wa to Bring New Orleans Funk to Oats Park Center

Cha Wa, a Grammy‑nominated New Orleans brass band and Mardi Gras Indian funk group, will bring its high‑energy sound and vibrant cultural traditions to the Oats Park Center on Saturday, April 18.

The group is known for blending classic New Orleans street music with funk, soul, and the colorful, feathered Mardi Gras Indian performance style. Their shows are often described as nonstop, rhythm‑driven celebrations rooted in generations of musical heritage.

The performance will take place at the Barkley Theatre, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and the show beginning at 7 p.m.

Cha Wa has earned national recognition, including two Grammy nominations, and continues to evolve its sound with its latest album, “Rise Up.” Drummer Joe Gelini said the group’s music draws from deep cultural history, noting that “Mardi Gras Indian songs are inherently songs about freedom.”

Tickets are available at Churchillarts.org.

 

 


Share
Rate

Comment

Comments

COMMENTS
Comment author: Patti Cole Comment text: Marie will be forever treasured in memories. The memories remain of a soft-spoken, seemingly unassuming but determined individual who absolutely knew what path she wanted to take in life, and followed it. Her instinctive reactions, which highlighted her steadfast level of love and caring for her family, friends and all living things found in nature, hold lessons for us all. An unexpected splash of her self-deprecating humor, coupled with uncanny timing, will always bring a smile. For me, Marie lives on in the sighting of a Black-crowned night heron in the tules, the bloom of a beautiful spring flower and, most poetically, in the struggle of wildlife photographers handling their very large camera lenses. Comment publication date: 8/15/26, 9:31 AM Comment source: Obituary-Marie Dong Ko Comment author: John Chaney Comment text: I just figured out that Betty was my 1st cousin. Her dad Ted was my dad's brother. I never knew Ted or Betty, but I wish I did. I am 73 and live in IL. I am building my family tree and see where Betty has fit in. Blessings to you Curt and family. Comment publication date: 8/14/26, 11:04 AM Comment source: Obituary - Betty Lou (Chaney) Anderson Comment author: Karen Webb Comment text: I am so sorry to hear this. I loved coming to the carwash to see John! He always made my day. Prayers for all of his family during this difficult time. Comment publication date: 8/11/26, 8:56 PM Comment source: In Memory of John Evans Comment author: Laura Ivey Comment text: I am so very sorry for your loss of John. He always made my day when I went to the car wash. I will miss his joyous personality and that smile. Comment publication date: 8/10/26, 9:52 AM Comment source: In Memory of John Evans
SUPPORT OUR WORK