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Blue Monday in Lafayette

Once each month, musicians come together to play for a purpose at the Blue Monday Jam in Lafayette, Louisiana. These Blue Monday shows are not just about music, but they are also focused on helping those who are carrying on the music, culture, and arts in the area. The Love of People organization, which runs the Blue Monday events, provides assistance to musicians in need, whether it be financial, medical, or career guidance.

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Cedric Watson performs at the Blue Monday Jam in Lafayette

musician feels impact of blue monday

Lee Allen Zeno, a Grammy award-winning bass player and regular at Blue Monday shows, knows firsthand the impact of this organization. He has received assistance with major medical bills and credits Blue Monday with brightening up the day for musicians who are too sick to play. Jonathan Williams, who runs the Love of People organization, explains that they provide assistance to older musicians with everything from a roof over their heads to someone to sit and have coffee with. Younger musicians also receive career guidance to help them avoid financial hardships in the future. Jill Butler, another regular on the keyboard with the Blue Monday All Stars, says that the events have changed the heart of the musicians who participate, not just the beneficiary.

woman wearing hat plays keyboard and men wearing cap plays bass guitar on stage at Blue Monday in Lafayette
Jill Butler on keyboard with Lee Allen Zeno on Bass

music with a mission

The music that’s played at Blue Monday shows is special. It’s not just the songs or the talented players, but it’s music with a mission. The Blue Monday jam sessions are a way for musicians to come together and not only entertain the crowd but also help their fellow musicians have a brighter future. As Jill Butler says, “I think it’s changed the heart of the musicians that participate.”

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Watch this Heart of Louisiana TV story on Blue Monday

Blue Monday shows are held on the second Monday of each month in Lafayette, Louisiana.

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        Written by:
        Dave McNamara
        Published on:
        February 16, 2023
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        4 Comments

        Categories: Acadiana, Featured

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        1. Yvette Falgoust

          February 16, 2023 at 10:56 pm

          Please send dates and locations of Blue Monday upcoming concerts. Will be in town soon.

          Reply
          • Dave McNamara

            February 18, 2023 at 3:28 pm

            The dates are the second Monday of each month. But the location may change. Check the groups facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BlueMondayMission

            Reply
            • Phil edwards

              February 19, 2023 at 1:52 pm

              Send dates and locations of blue Monday shows in Lafayette la

              Reply
          • Cindy Brasseaux

            February 27, 2023 at 5:07 pm

            Blue Monday is the second Monday of every month at the Jefferson Street Pub. From 5 PM until 9PM.

            Reply

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