Alphonse "Bois Sec" Ardoin

1915–2007 (age 92)

Biography

Alphonse "Bois Sec" Ardoin carried the heartbeat of Louisiana through decades of music, turning every dance hall into a celebration of his Creole roots and the resilient joy of his people.

He nurtured generations of musicians, encouraged young performers, and leaves a living legacy that still sings near Ceaser Cemetery where he rests.

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