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Helen Gillet – A whirling dervish of the cello

Helen Gillet is an acclaimed cellist, singer, composer, producer, and live-looping artist known for her eclectic, multicultural sound that blends jazz, french chansons, funk, rock, and avant-garde styles, earning her “Rising star” nominations in downbeat magazine, and multiple awards from Offbeat Magazine and Gambit Big Easy in New Orleans. She conjures a her unique blend of layered cello with a true mastery of live looping technique and bilingual singing in a soulful alto voice earning her the tag line: “The Whirling Dervish of the Cello.” Gillet was born in Belgium, raised in Singapore, Chicago, and Wisconsin prior to her arrival to New Orleans in 2002, where she flourished into one of the most unique, talented, and beloved artists in the crescent city. She’s known for her eclectic palette – which includes avant-garde jazz, french chansons, funk, alternative rock, and bohemian flair of the velvet underground.  She currently splits her time between her main home in New Orleans, summer cabin upstate NY and touring the world with her solo show and frequent musical collaborations. 

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UPCOMING SHOWS

Date City Venue Country
01/07/26 Jeff Coffin w/ Johnny Vidacovich, James Singleton, Tony Dagradi and Helen Gillet New Orleans, LA The Broadside United States
Time: 8:00pm. Age restrictions: No Minors. Address: 600 N Broad St.. Buy Tickets
01/18/26 - 01/25/26 Helen Gillet Fort Lauderdale, FL Big Easy Cruise United States
Age restrictions: All Ages. Book Your tickets using this link for a special Helen Gillet Fan Discount! See you on the Cruise! Love, Helen Buy Tickets
First Thursday Series November 2025 – May 2026 New Orleans
02/05/26 Helen Gillet New Orleans, LA Tigermen Den United States
Time: 7:30pm. Age restrictions: No Minors. Cash or Venmo at the doors Doors open at 7:30pm Music at 8pm Get there early! Limited seating.
02/06/26 Helen Gillet Nikki Glaspie Duo + Tephra Sound w/ Brian Haas New Orleans Maple Leaf United States
Time: 8:00pm. Age restrictions: No Minors. Address: 8316 Oak St New Orleans, LA 70118.
02/07/26 International Clash Day – Tribute Concert New Orleans Chickie Wahwah United States
Time: 6:00pm. Age restrictions: No Minors. Buy Tickets
First Thursday Series November 2025 – May 2026 New Orleans
03/05/26 Helen Gillet New Orleans, LA Tigermen Den United States
Time: 7:30pm. Age restrictions: No Minors. Cash or Venmo at the doors Doors open at 7:30pm Music at 8pm Get there early! Limited seating.
04/02/26 Helen Gillet New Orleans, LA Tigermen Den United States
Time: 7:30pm. Age restrictions: No Minors. Cash or Venmo at the doors Doors open at 7:30pm Music at 8pm Get there early! Limited seating.
04/23/26 Helen Gillet New Orleans New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival United States
Age restrictions: No Minors. Address: Fairgrounds. Lagniappe Stage
First Thursday Series November 2025 – May 2026 New Orleans
05/07/26 Helen Gillet New Orleans, LA Tigermen Den United States
Time: 7:30pm. Age restrictions: No Minors. Cash or Venmo at the doors Doors open at 7:30pm Music at 8pm Get there early! Limited seating.