Jazz & Heritage Concert Series: Gladney Kicks Off Contemporary Jazz Series.

The article highlights saxophonist and vocalist Gladney, a sixth-generation native of the Lower Ninth Ward, kicking off the January Contemporary Jazz Series at the George and Joyce Wein Heritage Center, emphasizing his unique style, musical journey and contributions to the next generation of New Orleans jazz; topics include Gladney's influence on the modern jazz scene, his role as a music educator at NOCCA and his distinctive performance style.