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Mardi Gras music, like Christmas music, is not so much a style of music as it is an aural milieu comprised of various forms. Among them: orchestral and big-band arrangements played at tableau balls; Mardi Gras-themed rhythm-and-blues numbers that pour out of jukeboxes, “cutting-loose” jazz tunes that drive revelers to “shake booty” and pump umbrellas in the air; Afro-Caribbean chants Recorded on the Ric label, Al Johnson’s “Carnival Time” hit the streets of New Orleans for Mardi Gras of 1960. While it didn’t catch on at first, today it’s a standard. That’s Mac Rebennack (Dr. John) on the piano. The traditions of Mardi Gras are a huge part of New Orleans' cultural identity. They've been evolving since the mid-1700s, and for the past century or so, the music of the Crescent City has The Mardi Gras Indians started their journey in the late 1800s and pulled much of their influence from their Native American comrades. Whether they're Wild Tchoupitoulas or Wild Magnolia, the music of the Mardi Gras Indians represents strength and long-rooted tradition and is as vital a part of Mardi Gras music history as the music of brass bands. During Mardi Gras celebrations, you'll hear a whole mish-mash of party music and other genres. For this Mardi Gras playlist, we've focused mainly on brass bands, rhythm and blues, jazz, and zydeco in order to capture the traditional sounds of the Bourbon Street festivities. What kind of music is played at Mardi Gras? And while famous musicians like Louis Armstrong made jazz a popular part of Mardi Gras, it isn’t the most common genre heard during the season. Introduced to parades by the Zulu Club in the 1800s, second line music, along with brass music, rhythm and blues, and zydeco, became leading sounds of Carnival. What Kind Of Music Is Played At Mardi Gras? Even though jazz was popular during the celebrations, it is not the most commonly heard music throughout the season. The Zulu Club first introduced second line music to parades in the 1800s, and it was followed by brass music , rhythm and blues, and zydeco music, which became the leading sounds of the By the 1730’s, shortly after New Orleans’ founding, Mardi Gras was regularly celebrated in the city. Iconic music that defines Mardi Gras. New Orleans is brimming with music at all times of the year, but especially during Mardi Gras. The sort of music you’re most likely to hear during Mardi Gras is played by krewes marching in parades. In Southwest Louisiana, Mardi Gras music is underpinned by foot-stomping Cajun and zydeco music, musical forms derived from the region’s French, Acadian and Creole heritages. Especially in the area’s small cities and even smaller towns, the centerpiece of the holiday is a parade of decoratively costumed, possibly inebriated riders that go Zydeco and Cajun Music: The lively sounds of Zydeco and Cajun music provide the soundtrack to Mardi Gras. These genres of music, rooted in Louisiana’s French and African heritage, feature accordion, fiddle, and infectious rhythms that get people dancing in the streets. Mardi Gras History and Tradition. Now a cultural phenomenon, Mardi Gras began as a Christian practice — particularly a Roman Catholic one. On the Tuesday before Lent, which marks a period of penance and fasting, revelers would enjoy liberal amounts of rich, savory foods. This tradition became known as Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday.” 1. Pictured here is singer/musician Del McCoury when he served as Grand Marshal of an impromptu march through the French Quarter by the Preservation Hall Jazz band on Mardi Gras 2011. What type of music does McCoury play? A. Jazz B. Blues C. Bluegrass D. Rock and roll. 2. McCoury and his band have played with the Preservation Hall band several Mardi Gras music is a type of jazz music that originated in New Orleans, Louisiana. The style is characterized by its upbeat, fast-paced rhythms and horn-based melodies. Mardi Gras music is often played during the carnival season leading up to the Christian holiday of Lent. The history of Mardi Gras music is closely linked to the history of Dr. John, Professor Longhair, Art Neville in The Meters and Earl King performed, Big Chief ♪ Professor Longhair made his mark on Mardi Gras music as early as 1949, with his composition Mardi Mardi Gras music traces its origins to the lively streets of New Orleans, a melting pot of cultural influences. Brass bands, a cornerstone of Mardi Gras music, set the stage for a tradition of celebration that spans genres from jazz to R&B, zydeco, and beyond. This section explores the historical backdrop and the evolution of the music that Play Live Radio Next Up: 0:00. 0:00. Classical Music for Mardi Gras By James Arey. Published February 24, 2019 at 11:46 AM CST Mardi Gras is March 5th, 2019. Even though the parades are As a result, jazz is not the most common music heard during the months leading up to and including Mardi Gras. The Zulu Club introduced second-line music to parades in the 1800s, and jazz, brass, rhythm and blues, and zydeco all played a role in the rise of Carnival sounds. 1. Pictured here is singer/musician Del McCoury when he served as Grand Marshal of an impromptu march through the French Quarter by the Preservation Hall Jazz band on Mardi Gras 2011. What type of music does McCoury play? A. Jazz B. Blues C. Bluegrass D. Rock and roll. 2. McCoury and his band have played with the Preservation Hall band several The enigmatic Mardi Gras Indians, influenced by Native American traditions, left an indelible mark on the season, contributing to musical favorites like “Iko Iko” and “Jock-A-Mo.” The music of the Mardi Gras Indians, representing strength and tradition, became an integral part of Mardi Gras music history.
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