About Us
The Rainbow Rhythm Krewe is a community organization of LGBTQ and ally musicians who perform in a marching band, concert band, and various second lines and chamber ensembles as needed throughout the year.
We are a 501c3 not for profit corporation with a board of directors composed of LGBTQ+ musicians and allies. Our mission to serve our community through musical performance, and preserving the unique musical culture and heritage found only in the city of New Orleans.
Founding Artistic Director
Benjamin Bigelow (aka Bennybjazz) is a resident musician who has played in a multitude of diverse ensembles and venues all over the world. An Alumni of Southwestern Michigan College, French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts, and the Tampa Bay Pride Band; Benny can be found performing regularly at venues around New Orleans and with various musical ensembles such as the Revel Force Brass, Pair a Dice Tumblers, Spiritus Mundi, or chasing down random strangers in the French Quarter for a birthday serenade.
His continuing work in leadership roles of non-profit organizations includes being a Founding Director of New Orleans Community Pride; Former Lodge, District, and Jurisdictional officer of the Loyal Order of Moose, and volunteer for multiple cities pride events.
