Alvin Batiste Sr. (November 7, 1932 – May 6, 2007) was an American avant-garde jazz clarinetist, who was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. He taught at his own jazz institute at …

It is here that Alvin has become Louisiana's premiere Folk Artist. This is the home of Alvin Batiste, unequivocally the most sought after and collected folk artist since the likes of Clementine Hunter.

Alvin Batiste was a prominent jazz musician and educator born on November 7, 1932, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Introduced to the clarinet by his father, a jazz clarinetist, Batiste was …

Alvin Batiste is regarded as one of the major instrumentalists of our time. His performances range from concerts at the Joe Papp Theatre, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Sweet Basils, Carlosi …

Alvin Batiste was a New Orleans clarinetist often referred to as a "Legendary Pioneer of Jazz. He was a true Renaissance man- considered a music pioneer, master teacher, outstanding …

Jan 4, 2023 · Portrait of Alvin Batiste, undated. A virtuoso modern jazz clarinetist, composer, recording artist, and educator, Alvin Batiste made his greatest impact as a beloved mentor to …

Self-taught artist Alvin Joseph Batiste of Donaldsonville, Louisiana, has produced drawings and paintings with themes of Louisiana life and scripture.

May 7, 2007 · Alvin Batiste, a widely respected jazz clarinetist, composer and educator who played across the musical spectrum, from traditional to avant-garde styles, and was a prolific …

Jan 6, 2025 · Discover the vibrant folk art of Alvin Batiste, a self-taught artist from Donaldsonville, Louisiana. Through bold colors and heartfelt scenes, Batiste’s work celebrates the rich …

May 7, 2007 · NEW ORLEANS, May 6 (AP) — Alvin Batiste, a clarinetist who toured with Ray Charles, recorded with Branford Marsalis and taught the pianist Henry Butler, died here on …