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Creole Music

Creole Music is melodies with some instrumental accompaniment and is similar to Cajun and Zydeco music. The professional title is Louisiana Creole Music although most people just call it Creole Music. The earliest known compilation was in 1867. Amédé Ardoin was a major influence on Creole and Cajun Music. He recorded the first recording of Creole Music in 1928. Most of the music in the 19th Century wasn’t recorded or written, so the origins of Creole Music will always be cloudy.

When Creole music is performed or sung, it is often accompanied with a dance. The person singing the song is selected for the quality of his voice and for his skill in improvising. Creole Music is not subject to or bound by religious rule. There are 129 songs of Creole Music. All of the songs are peculiar, interesting, and most of the words are of very little account. Many of the words in the songs are difficult to sing or even write down.

Creole Music is mainly social music that was used at many events. These events it was played at ranged from big to small. The music is played at picnics, dances, and special occasions. Creole Music a love of Creole People because it is a big part of their culture and has been for many generations. By: April Lanka