LEGACY JAZZ BAND
Legacy Jazz Band
New Orleans
CLASSIC JAZZ, REDEFINED
About Ian Petillo and Legacy Jazz Band
Led by drummer Ian Petillo, Legacy Jazz honors the deep roots of traditional New Orleans music while breathing fresh, modern energy into classic standards. From intimate cocktail hours to grand corporate events, we deliver a sophisticated, high-energy live performance that keeps audiences captivated from the very first note.
Catch Legacy Jazz Live in New Orleans
Live at Favela Chic
Weekly Residency
Mondays | 8:00 PM – Midnight
525 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA
Testimonials
Couldn't have made a better choice!We hired the 3 piece Legacy Jazz Band to perform at the 19th biennial reunion of the USS Howard W. Gilmore Memorial Association, held at the Sheraton Metairie hotel in Metairie, Louisiana on April 13th, 2025. This is really going to be a simple review: Ian Petillo on drums/vocals, with Tiffany Pollack (a lovely and very talented, captivating singer), and Danny Marx on guitar/vocals were as wonderful a group of musicians you could ask for, and listen to. Well versed in the sounds of the 40's, 50's, 60's and 70's, they performed together beautifully. Ours was a group of Navy vets and their wives, mostly all seniors, who were up and dancing to the wide variety of tunes, from slow to lively, and were pleasantly surprised when requested songs were skillfully played. This is a group that blends together extremely well, by their personalities and musical abilities, and that all carries over to their audiences. Well done! Hire them; your audience won't be disappointed!
-John B
Ian and the Legacy Jazz Band were Fantastic! We received so many compliments about them. They really took our event to the next level. They understood my vision of traveling to play at each table and executed this effortlessly. I look forward to booking them again in the future.
-Kerri D"5 star Experience.
Ian was great to work with and the band sounded amazing. Our guests really enjoyed the sax player! They arrived on time and set up fast with very good sound equipment. Would gladly work with again!"Crystal H"I would like to thank you and the Legacy Jazz band for participating in the gazebo ribbon cutting ceremony and performing for Glen Cove's July 4th festivities. Our annual celebration was a great success thanks to your magnificent entertainment. The musical experience allowed the audience to get into the spirit of the night, and made the evening all more enjoyable. Thank you again for a wonderful performance."
-Ralph V. Suozzi, Mayor of Glen Cove
"Smooth sounds, melodic, on-time, able to play a full catalog. This arrangement of musicians is graceful and stylistic. Legacy holds themselves to a high standard and their audience can hear it. Legacy Jazz Band- a local jazz team with style."
-Joe Manfredi, WCWP radio
"It is not just the great food or the location that makes this restaurant shine. Boca offers music every Monday night. Ian Petillo and his Jazz trio fill the restaurant with a variety of tunes. There is jazz, Sinatra, and more! This talented trio takes requests and nothing is beyond their reach!"
-Local Reviewer
Listen to the Sound of Legacy Jazz
Take a listen to Ian Petillo and the Legacy Jazz Band performing live and in the studio. From the smooth, soulful rhythms of traditional blues to the upbeat, high-energy swing of classic New Orleans Dixieland, our recordings capture the authentic chemistry and exceptional musicianship we bring to every stage.
