Hailing from New Orleans, and inspired by the early jazz and blues music of the twenties and thirties, Tuba Skinny -- which consists of tuba, trombone, cornet, tenor banjo/guitar, vocals, washboard, and sometimes clarinet -- evokes the rich musical history of the city. Since forming in 2009, the band has developed a following thanks to their performances on streets and stages around the world. They have released 4 albums.