Cajun and Zydeco dance enthusiasts who want to keep the music of Louisiana alive and thriving in Atlanta have joyfully formed the Atlanta Cajun Zydeco Association. Everybody loves a party! And what better way to “Let the Good Times Roll” than with a Cajun two-step or a Zydeco syncopated slide? If you play well with others and are looking for the chance to get your groove on, this is the place for you. Welcome. Links to recent stories describing the fun are below.
SATURDAY - June 1 –
Hair of the Dog
Knights of Columbus Post 660
2620 Buford Highway, Atlanta, GA 30324 (Map)
Intermediate dance lesson from 6:30-7:15 PM with Jim Bird & Bonnie Lunceford ; Beginner's lesson from 7:15-8:00 PM with Don Baggett & Amanda
Robinson ;
Dance from 8-11 PM;
$17 / $5 students / $14 ACZA members
The 2005 Creative Loafing winner for Best of International/World Music Act , Hair of the Dog has been influenced by the Cajun and Zydeco music we love, as well as rockabilly, blues, honky-tonk and rock-and-roll. This is a combination sure to get your feet on the dance floor! For information, visit the band's Facebook page.