Presented by Louise H. Moffett Family Foundation

Dr. Michael White is an accomplished, multi-faceted New Orleans-based clarinetist, bandleader, composer, musicologist, jazz historian, and educator. He is widely regarded as one of the leading authorities and culture-bearers of traditional New Orleans jazz music. White has performed in over two dozen foreign countries, played on over 50 recordings, received countless awards, made multiple national television appearances, and been featured in major media publications.

White has served on Longue Vue’s Board of Directors since 2022. His grandmother Natalie Forcia was a longtime member of the Sterns’ household staff.