Before Coltrane, before Parker—there was Bechet. A master of the clarinet and soprano saxophone, Sidney Bechet’s bold, expressive style made him one of the first global stars of jazz. His sound carried the soul of New Orleans far beyond its borders. 📍 Discover the stories behind the music at the New Orleans Jazz Museum — where jazz history comes to life through exhibits, archives, and live performances. #BlackMusicMonth #SidneyBechet #JazzPioneer #JazzMuseumNOLA #NewOrleans #Archives #Museum #History