Tag: Cajun

Keeping the tradition alive in California: The Long Beach Bayou & Blues Festival

Jun 17, 2013

in Blues, Creole, New Orleans

This weekend, Saturday June 22nd and, Sunday June 23rd, the Rainbow Lagoon Park in Long Beach transforms into a home away from home for Louisiana natives, as The Long Beach Bayou and Blues Festival celebrates its 27th year. The two-day Creole and Cajun celebration feature a non-stop dance floor (including dance instruction), a kids corner…
Louisiana gumbo: Cedric Watson et Bijou Créole

Feb 12, 2010

in Creole, Folk

“Louisiana, Louisiana; It’s beauty’s always aglow. Moss covered shade trees; Sway in the cool breeze While lazy bayous flow.” ~ Louisiana state song Cedric Watson Bon jour/Bon soir! Since the Saints won the Superbowl and Mardi Gras is around the corner, I thought I’d throw some musical gumbo in the mix! Music Voyager, a new…