Write It! - Day 12 |1938 Zydeco Musicians

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Day 12 Black History Month Write It! Series *Photo of the Day*

These two Zydeco musicians seem to be the perfect candidates for a period film. They have so much character in this picture. I would love to follow them as they
work at their musical dreams and aspirations. 





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