{UAH} Music in New Orleans - A History of Mardi Gras

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rates increase April 30th!                                                                                                                       Music in New Orleans A History of Mardi Gras Video   http://www.history.com/topics/holidays/mardi-gras/videos/history-of-mardi-gras     Music in New Orleans   It's just not right to come to New Orleans without experiencing the smooth jazz sounds and the old-timey sounds of Cajun and Creole. The French Quarter is brimming with opportunities to catch live music, both on the streets and in a wide variety of fabulous music venues.     Maison Bourbon Jazz Club A Vieux Carre Venue, the famous Maison Bourbon Jazz Club is one of only two jazz clubs still existing on Bourbon Street, where tourists flock to be entertained by accomplished jazz performers.   My Bar @635 A Vieux Carre Venue, My Bar @635 offers genuine New Orleans music every night of the week, from jazz and blues to Cajun/Zydeco and R&B. Venture out back to enjoy My Bar's petite courtyard in between sets!   House of Blues    Though other cities may have a House of Blues, New Orleans' is unique! Adorned with 298 pieces of folk art--the largest collection in the country--House of Blues regularly hosts regional, national and international acts in an intimate venue.   The Bombay Club This upscale, cozy club, decorated in a British gentlemen's tastes, boasts it all: great drinks, delicious food and nightly live music. Come relax and enjoy one of the Bombay Club's many specialty cocktails.   Mulate's With music every night of the week and authentic Cajun fare to fill your stomach while you treat your ears, Mulate's is a good place to bring the whole family. Hear genuine Acadian music from the bayou, and view local artwork on display.   Mardi Gras Records Mardi Gras Records has specialized in the rich musical heritage of Lousiana since 1977. All of their music comes to you directly from New Orleans. Mardi Gras Records has specialized in the rich musical heritage of Lousiana since 1977. All of their music comes to you directly from New Orleans.   Crescent City Brewhouse New Orleans' first brewpub! Open since 1991, this venerated location is a great place to dine, drink Louisiana craft beer, and hear nightly live jazz. About UNAA New Orleans 2015   The 27th Annual UNAA Convention and Trade Expo will take place over three days; September 4 - 6 2015 in the Central Business District (CBD) of the historic American city of New Orleans. The premier global networking event for the Ugandan Diaspora attracts more than 3,000 Ugandan Americans and Friends with program and forums including the Trade & Investment Forum, Technology Forum, Health Forum, Education Forum, Political Forum, as well as a forum on Intergenerational relationships between immigrants and their children born in the Diaspora, etc.   The Saturday Dinner Cruise is a popular culinary event complete with a dance to both live performances by popular artists and DJ music - aboard a magnificent marine vessel sailing into the spectacular Mississippi River sunset. Proceeds from the Fashion Show Auction during the Sunday Gala Dinner will go towards the Emerging Leaders Scholarship Program. Exhibiting companies and vendors featuring the latest world class Ugandan culture, produce, music, books, literature, arts crafts, Jewelry, clothing, foods, etc. will gather at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans under the theme "Better Together: Investing in our future through education". Registration for vendors is currently ongoing at www.unaa.org and there is still space available to partner with UNAA as a sponsor. If interested or for questions please call 1-855-873-8622 or email info@unaa.org. About UNAA   Founded in 1988, UNAA is oldest and largest formal association of Ugandans in the diaspora, encouraging acquaintance and fellowship among members through the Annual UNAA Convention and Trade Expo held in different cities in North America each Labor Day weekend bringing together members and creating a platform upon which they can network, share, experience and showcase Uganda's rich cultural heritage and the abundant opportunities of their new homes on the continent. The premier gathering of the Ugandan diaspora attracts leading voices in business, government, academia, technology, health and other professions from Uganda and the Ugandan diaspora. © Copyright 2015 Ugandan North American Association  All rights reserved.