FRITZEL’S TURNS FIFTY! – 733 Bourbon – Fritzel’s celebrated its 50th anniversary on October 13th, as not only one of the oldest music clubs but the oldest operated jazz club in the French Quarter. The festivities began at 8:00 p.m. to a full audience with initial performers including Mike Fulton (tp), Bryan Besse (dr), John Royen (p), Tom Fischer (cl), Dave Ruffner (tb) and Josh Gouzy (bs).
Throughout the evening various other musicians found their way to the stage: Chuck Brackman (dr, cnt, bs), Lee Floyd (bj), Joe Kennedy (p), Dave Mahoney (dr), Cassidy Holden (bs), Gerald French (dr) and others. A sumptuous spread in the patio included many Greek specialties as entrees, salads and desserts. A piano-shaped cake made its grand entrance along with dozens of “notes” adorning the many iced cupcakes shared by the crowd.
Chef and caterer, Ploumi Doukakis, outdid herself with the abundant trays of Pastitsio, Spanakopita and Baklava served alongside a substantial variety of salads and vegetables. The owners and partners shared their hospitali
