WHOZYAMAMA Cajun and Zydeco Band

First-- the tune will catch them as something different--the rhythm is unique and the words are cajun french. Then they will notice the accordion, rubboard, triangle, fiddle-- all elements louisiana music .

Soon, they'll want to move--- it's all about the dancing!! We strive to make it accessible to those who maybe have never heard or danced to this type of music by offering a very simple dance lesson by our own cajun--Claudette. She makes if fun and easy. Guest especially enjoy her accent and passion for the music. Those familiar with the genre, will immediately appreciate our authenticity and committment to the traditional style of this wonderful music that all of us have studied and played for over 20 years. Clients can expect our band to be prompt, professional and dressed appropriately for the event.

WHOZYAMAMA is a Cajun, Creole and Zydeco band-- led by Claudette Boudreaux from Dulac Louisiana. Claudette, Tami and Claudia played in the all-women cajun dance band "Les Femmes d'Enfer for over a decade. They join members of "Bayou Boogie", "Cayenne" and "Delta Reys" to form WHOZYAMAMA. The duet (Claudette and Tami) teach cajun music and dance at Lark Camp in Mendocino, CA. The full band plays locally in the greater puget sound area. They hail from Port Townsend, Bainbridge Island, Lynnwood and Shoreline.

Clients may choose from an array of band combinations, from an acoustic house party, to full amplified concert/dance.

"house party"-- $200/hr plus $1/mile travel. Includes accordion, fiddle, guitar, vocals, small sound system or fully acoustic. Great for background music for a cajun dinner or party. The sound is a traditional cajun creole acoustic music. For this type of gig, we would just need a small space and shelter from the elements. We are happy to provide a dance lesson, lead a music jam, or teach a song.

"Dance party" --$600/hr plus $3/mile travel. Includes accordion, fiddles, rubboard, electric guitar, electric bass, drums, full sound system, french vocals, dance lesson. 2 hour minimum. Great for a festival venues, weddings, large gatherings, bars and dances. The sound is a rockin'!

Travel is from Bainbridge Island WA 98110
Thanks!! Tami Allen

If we are playing acoustically, we just need a sheltered location and chair.

If we are playing with our own sound system, we need power, shelter and a space 10' by 8' to set up. It takes us at least an hour to set up sound.

If the event is providing sound, we need a 12 channel mixer, 4 Direct-ins, 3 vocal mics.