Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos
Vintage Jazz Revivalist
NYC-based ensemble reviving prohibition-era jazz, ragtime, and blues from rare 78 records and antique sheet music.
About
Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos are a NYC-based ensemble known for their large repertoire of early jazz, ragtime, and blues from the 1890s-1920s. They source their tunes from dusty old 78 records and antique sheet music, giving new life to songs created over 100 years ago. Featured on NPR's 'Person, Place, Thing' with Randy Cohen, they have built a sizable following through sold-out residencies at Birdland Theater and performances across the country and internationally.
Music Style
The group performs prohibition-era jazz, ragtime, and early blues, sourcing authentic arrangements from historical recordings and sheet music. Their approach emphasizes historical accuracy while bringing forgotten songs to contemporary audiences.
Background
- Hometown
- New York City, New York
- Instruments
- vocals, banjo, guitar, washboard, piano, bass, tuba, violin, clarinet, saxophone (tenor)
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If you like The Hot Jazz Trio, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band — you'll love this artist
Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos's next NYC show is Sunday, March 7 at Birdland Jazz Club.