While attending the first Louisiana Heritage Fair in Congo Square 40 years ago, legendary gospel singer Mahalia Jackson and influential jazz artist Duke Ellington spontaneously led a brass band and crowd of second-line revelers on a parade through the festival grounds.
The spirit of Jazz Fest was born.
Now, the annual New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has evolved into a two-weekend, seven-day party. 
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All About Jazz and Blues • New Orleans
