Tuba Skinny live in Marseille

Experience Tuba Skinny live on July 3rd

Tuba Skinny, a New Orleans-based dixieland jazz ensemble, is scheduled to perform at Coco Swing Ballroom in Marseille, France on July 3rd, 2026. The band is known for its energetic and improvisational interpretations of early 20th-century American jazz, often drawing from styles like ragtime, blues, and New Orleans traditional jazz. They typically feature a core instrumentation of tuba, trombone, clarinet, banjo, and trumpet, performing without setlists and prioritizing spontaneous musical interaction.

Coco Swing Ballroom holds a significant place in Marseille’s dance and music history. Originally opened in 1936 as the "Palais de la Danse," it quickly became a popular venue for swing dancing during the Second World War and post-war era. Renamed Coco Swing in the 1990s following renovations, it was revitalized as a dedicated space for Lindy Hop and other swing dances. The ballroom maintains a vintage aesthetic reminiscent of its original design while offering regular workshops and social dances alongside live music performances. It's recognized as one of the few remaining venues actively preserving the culture of swing dance in Southern France.