The Teche is no stranger to music. Grammy winners and unsung prodigies alike have sprung up from the banks of Louisiana’s most famous bayou, inspired by Cajun and Creole traditions that have made Acadiana a hub for musical talent.
But while it’s possible to catch a Cajun or zydeco show most nights of the week in Bayou Teche country, Baroque classical performances are a bit harder to come by. Opera singer Andre Courville, a native of Cecilia, is working to change that with his “Baroque on the Bayou” festival, aiming to showcase powerful works by composers like Vivaldi and Bach alongside pieces by contemporary Louisiana composers.
The festival will take place Friday, May 23 to Sunday, May 25 at historic sites in St. Martin Parish where classical music and the beauty of the Teche will merge to create a transportive experience, according to Courville…