New Mardi Gras Celebration with Grammy-Winning Artist
Posted February 2nd, 2012 by Old Town
A taste of New Orleans comes to Old Town Rock Hill this month with a first-ever Mardi Gras Celebration. This celebration will feature Grammy-winning Zydeco artist Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience. The festivities will kick off with a Zydeco concert on February 18th at 7:30pm, and will culminate with a Fat Tuesday celebration on February 21st at 7pm.
Zydeco is a blend of Cajun, Creole, Blues, R&B, country, and island music. Simien is an eighth generation Louisiana Creole and one of the most respected, internationally recognized recording artists in roots music.
Over the years, Simien has shared the studio and stage with artists such as Robert Palmer, Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, and Dave Matthews Band. His music was also featured in Disney’s 2009 film The Princess and the Frog. For more information about him, visit the website: terrancesimien.com
The concert is part of the Arts Council of York County’s Main Stage Series. Just a few days after the concert, the fun will continue with a Fat Tuesday celebration. Attendees will dance the night away to Simien’s festive Zydeco music while enjoying delicious Creole fare. For complete details or to purchase tickets, call 803-328-2787 or visit the website: www.yorkcountyarts.org
