Dave Hammer is a guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader who occupies a cherished place in the New Orleans traditional jazz scene — a musician who understands the architecture of the music from the inside out, and whose warm voice draws listeners in.
Biography
Dave Hammer came to New Orleans drawn by its music and stayed because there is nowhere else quite like it. As a guitarist, he has spent decades anchoring ensembles across the traditional jazz and brass band spectrum — the kind of player other musicians trust implicitly. He also performs under the project name Chicken Milk, showcasing his versatility as a bandleader. He has performed alongside Doreen Ketchens, Tuba Skinny, and members of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
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