Evan Christopher

Evan Christopher is a New Orleans-based clarinetist celebrated for breathing fresh life into traditional jazz while honoring its roots. Known for his warm, lyrical style, he’s become a torchbearer for the Creole clarinet tradition, drawing inspiration from legends like Sidney Bechet and Barney Bigard. His projects, like *Django à la Créole*, cleverly blend New Orleans rhythms with Django Reinhardt’s Gypsy jazz flair, showcasing his knack for bridging genres without losing the music’s soul. Whether leading his own groups or collaborating with jazz heavyweights, Evan’s sound is deeply tied to the cultural heartbeat of New Orleans—so much so that he’s become a vocal advocate for the city’s musical heritage, especially after Hurricane Katrina.

Beyond performing, Evan’s passion spills into education and preservation, making him a respected voice in keeping classic jazz alive. Recent releases like *Art of the New Orleans Trio* and *Bayou Chant & Other Textures* highlight his versatility, from intimate club sessions to genre-blurring experiments. Whether live (*Jam Session Concert*) or in the studio (*Almost Native*), his work feels both timeless and freshly inventive—a love letter to New Orleans, one note at a time.

Genres

Ragtime

Latest Release

Times Like These - Jam Session Concert

Evan Christopher•

Wycliffe Gordon

Album - 15 Tracks - Released February 2, 2021