Baton Rouge Symphony Pops Concert (1979)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Performance
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1979-07-27
Duration: 00:06:06
Subjects: Music | CONCERTS | Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra | Carazo, Castro, 1895-1981 | Sklar, Maurice | Beausoleil (Musical group) | Cajun music | Dejan's Olympia Brass Band | Brass bands | Davis, Jimmie, 1899-2000 | YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE
Contributors:
- Blome, Ron Host
- Sklar, Maurice Performer
- Carazo, Castro Performer
- Beausoleil Performer
- Olympia Brass Band Performer
- Davis, Jimmie Performer
Description
This segment from the July 27, 1979, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features the highlights from a pops concert held by the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra featuring guest conductor Castro Carazo. The concert includes performances by violinist Maurice Sklar, Beausoleil, the Olympia Brass Band, and former Governor Jimmie Davis singing his hit “You Are My Sunshine.” Host: Ron Blome