New Orleans’ popular music venue, Tipitina’s, will host a special event in honor of drum and percussion manufacturer Avedis Zildjian Company’s 400th anniversary on May 2 (Zildjian has been in existence since 1623!). To commemorate the milestone, Zildjian-sponsored musicians, including Dennis Chambers, Stanton Moore, Doug Belote and more, will perform at the matinee celebration between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. The “House Band” for the event will consist of many familiar faces at OffBeat such as: Ivan Neville, Eric Krasno, Tony Hall, Ari Teitel, Brad Walker, John Michael Bradford as well as Joe Ashlar.

Tickets will be available beginning April 7 at 10 a.m. CT on Tipitina’s website and box office, with prices starting at $25. A venue presale will be available for a limited time from April 5 at 10 a.m. CT, with ticket buyers using access code CYMBAL23 at checkout to take advantage of the offer.

Tipitina’s has operated one of the premier music venues in the country since 1977, featuring celebrated musicians from New Orleans and around the world. The Avedis Zildjian Company’s products, sold under the Zildjian, Vic Firth, and Balter brands, are highly respected and used by amateurs and professionals alike. This event is an opportunity for music lovers to enjoy a celebration of percussion and music.