Musicians

Louisiana's rich heritage and unique culture make vivid its musical legacy. After all, the state is the birthplace of jazz, Cajun and zydeco; it's home to world-renowned music festivals, and live music can be found on nearly every block. Learn about a few of the musicians who contributed to Louisiana's outstanding music history below.

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A black-and-white image of Allan playing the piano in front of a crowd gathered under an event tent

Allen Toussaint

R&B

A black and white photo of Amede Ardoin dressed in a suit and jaunty hat

Zydeco

Bobby Charles sits on in a rocking chair holding a guitar on a home's front porch

Rock 'N' Roll

Bobby Rush is seated, playing guitar in front of a microphone in a museum. He's next to a display with a striking red ballgown and other music memorabilia

Blues

A display of Brittany memorabilia at the Kentwood Museum

Buddy Bolder and his bandmates; four men stand with their instruments, and two sit; we see a base, guitars, trombones and clarinets

Jazz

A side view of bunk blowing into his trumpet

Jazz

Clifton Chenier poses with an accordion in front of a vehicle with Clifton Chenier and his red hot Louisiana Band on it

Clifton Chenier

Zydeco

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R&B

Musician Dave Bartholomew smiles and looks to his left while sitting in a chair in a tux

Dave Bartholomew

R&B

Dr. John sits at a piano singing enthusiastically while a man plays guitar behind him

Blues

Fats Domino smiles at the camera from his piano, where he sits in front of a microphone

Rock 'N' Roll

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