Nightfall is where the energy is on Friday nights in Chattanooga and this Friday’s free Nightfall concert features sassy brass pop from New Orleans and vintage blues at Miller Plaza.
Headlining this is Friday is New Orleans band Sweet Magnolia, who has been pushing the genre boundaries of original New Orleans brass with their sassy and fun combination of soul-pop.
Led by saxophonist Meg Dwyer, a prominent figure in the New Orleans brass band scene, the five-piece band is comprised of New Orleans musicians — most of whom are teachers or former band directors.Dwyer, with over 8 years in education as a band director and English teacher in New Orleans, is dedicated to preserving the brass band tradition.
Sweet Magnolia began in 2021 to showcase Dwyer’s original songwriting through brass music. She often apprentices under and plays alongside descendants of the Andrews family and original members of the Rebirth and Treme brass bands. Since 2021, Sweet Magnolia has made waves in the New Orleans music scene. Their debut EP Glitter in the Bathtub received international radio play, and they’ve become known for their infectiously fun songs and warm connection with their audiences…