Tom Piazza
Tom Piazza
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funeral goes life remind traditions
In New Orleans, the funeral traditions are there to remind you that life goes on,
conceive core element entertainment people
It's a core element of the city's identity. It's a part of everything in New Orleans. It's not just entertainment - it's part of the way people conceive of life.
brass-bands play dancing
Mac Rebennack, better known as Dr. John, once told me that when a brass band plays at a small club back up in one of the neighborhoods, it’s as if the audience—dancing, singing to the refrains, laughing—is part of the band.