Ben Jaffe

Ben Jaffe is a musician and the creative director of the Jazz & Heritage Foundation in New Orleans. He is also a talented bassoonist and co-founder of the band the Ahmed Jamal Trio. Jaffe comes from a family with deep roots in New Orleans' music scene; his father is a famous jazz musician. He works to preserve and promote the city’s rich cultural and musical traditions through performances, education, and community programs, ensuring that New Orleans’ unique musical heritage continues to thrive for future generations.