Our History
New Orleans Music Events was founded in 2000 by Deanna Bernard, CSEP, who has been involved in the music culture of New Orleans – primarily in the area of technical production – since 1977 and was inspired by Bernard’s desire to utilize her creativity in bringing New Orleans music to visitors to the city.
The company got its first big job in 2001, when they were contracted by Ceramic Tiles of Italy to provide a Brass band to serve as greeters during the Tile World convention. Bernard credits the company’s membership in the New Orleans CVB for the opportunity to secure that piece of business.
NOME realized its biggest job ever shortly thereafter, when they were hired by Budweiser and Harley-Davidson for an event were the fee for music and production services exceeded $200,000.
In 2010, At the National Association of Realtors conference, the company was contracted to provide the entertainment for an event at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center for 1,800 people. The event featured over 230 entertainers, including a Mardi Gras-style parade with three full-size floats and a 100-member marching band.
One of the more memorable events was the celebration of the 40th anniversary of Popeye’s Fried Chicken, the international restaurant chain that was founded in New Orleans.
During the ensuing years, with Bernard remaining at the helm, New Orleans Music Events has continued to grow, not only in terms of revenue but also geographically, as the company has been contracted for events in cities such as Las Vegas, Atlanta, New York City, Nashville, New Brunswick, Canada, and throughout Louisiana.
Since its founding, New Orleans Music Events has been driven by a passion for excellence, something that motivates us to this day. That’s why we are known as one of the most trusted companies in the New Orleans’ hospitality industry.
Our Mission
To provide the best possible service and the most fun for our clients, while presenting an accurate representation of New Orleans and Louisiana.
Our Founder & C.E.O.: Deanna Bernard
New Orleans native Deanna Bernard, founder and CEO of New Orleans Music Events has been crafting unique Louisiana experiences for a worldwide list of major clients for over 20 years. From her teenage beginnings in the music business helping her older brother present artists including the Police, Prince, and U2, to founding her own company and creating and managing events for the NFL, Wells Fargo, Equifax, Aerotek, the National Realtors Association, and hundreds of other clients, she has over four decades of experience in the music world. She has worked on everything from large-scale corporate events to regional festivals and fairs. Deanna has a lifetime of experience working in every facet of event production and music.
New Orleans native Deanna Bernard, founder and CEO of New Orleans Music Events has been crafting unique Louisiana experiences for a worldwide list of major clients for over 20 years. From her teenage beginnings in the music business helping her older brother present artists including the Police, Prince, and U2, to founding her own company and creating and managing events for the NFL, Wells Fargo, Equifax, Aerotek, the National Realtors Association, and hundreds of other clients, she has over four decades of experience in the music world. She has worked on everything from large-scale corporate events to regional festivals and fairs. Deanna has a lifetime of experience working in every facet of event production and music.
The list of musical artists Deanna has worked with directly to present at events is stunning, including legends such as Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Ray Charles, Charlie Daniels, Train, Blues Traveler, the Neville Brothers as well as a wealth of premiere Louisiana talent including Brass Bands, Zydeco and Cajun artists, DJs, Rock bands and everything else that can make the party happen.
Of her life’s work, Deanna says “I specialize in bringing the joy of Louisiana life and culture to the world, with an easy down-home touch and an eye for detail and client needs.”
What They're Saying About Us
...We are extremely pleased with the quality of the video. The lighting and sound are amazing. I cannot thank you enough for making this entire process of converting the planned live performance to virtual and meeting our deadline. Your professionalism during these uncertain times is to be commended...
Stephanie D. Jones, CAE, CMP, DES
Senior Director, Conferences and Education, Water E...thanks, in no small part, to the the careful planning and professionalism exhibited by you and your organization...On behalf of Ray Charles and everyone here at Ray Charles Enterprises extend our appreciation to you and your colleagues for a job well done. We sincerely look forward to working with you again in the near future and to see the relationship that has developed continue to grow.
Joe Adams
Vice President & CEO, Ray Charles Enterprises...We are especially grateful to you for the hard work and dedication that you devoted to ASHP, given the circumstances (COVID and a hurricane!). Your professionalism and expertise, coupled with your attention to detail and timely responses, were recognized and truly appreciated...
Gia Peroni
Senior Manager, Meeting & Travel, American Society of Health-System PharmacistsTo read the complete version of these accolades, click on the appropriate button, below.
Water Environment Federation
August 31, 2020
Deanna Bernard, CSEP
New Orleans Music Events
286 Magnolia Drive
Picayune, MS 39466
RE: Rebirth Brass Band
Dear Deanna,
While we were disappointed to cancel WEFTEC this year, we are pleased that we were able to work with you and the band to bring a little bit of New Orleans to our virtual event.
We are extremely pleased with the quality of the video. The lighting and sound are amazing. I cannot thank you enough for making this entire process of converting the planned live performance to virtual and meeting our deadline. Your professionalism is during these uncertain times is to be commended.
We will be back in New Orleans in 2022. I am looking forward to working with you and the Grammy Award Winning Rebirth Brass Band to throw one hell of a party.
Sincerely,
Stephanie D. Jones, CAE, CMP, DES
Senior Director, Conferences and Education
Water E
Ray Charles Enterprises
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
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New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau | Williams Gerrard Productions | National Association of Realtors | Million Dollar Roundtable | Florida Realtors | Council of Residential Specialists | National Pest Management Association | International Fire Chiefs Association | National Disaster Conference | National Apartment Association | Party Planners West | many more…
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