NEWPORT, OR – Oregon Coast Council for the Arts (OCCA) is proud to announce a high-energy afternoon of New Orleans-style jazz as The Late Risers take the stage at the Newport Performing Arts Center in the David Ogden Stiers Theatre on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

Hailed as “the musical equivalent of blue skies and glorious sunshine,” The Late Risers have earned a reputation as one of the most infectious traditional jazz ensembles on the scene today. Led by acclaimed trumpet player Sam Dechenne, the group’s irresistible sound evokes the hidden speakeasies of the Prohibition era, the extravagant elegance of The Great Gatsby, and the vibrant, brass-heavy spirit of a New Orleans Mardi Gras.

Since their founding in 2014, The Late Risers have become a staple of the East Coast music scene, performing at premier nightclubs, swing dances, and festivals. This one-night-only Newport appearance offers West…