Al Berard Teaches Cajun Fiddle for Beginners Video 5 (Eunice Waltz Seconding)

🎻 Al Berard Teaches Cajun Fiddle 🎻 Video 5 (Eunice Waltz Seconding) A special glimpse into the legacy of Cajun music through the eyes—and hands—of one of its finest ambassadors, the late Al Berard. 🔗 Donate now: www.cfacadiana.org/alberard In this video, Cajun fiddle legend Al Berard shares the basics of Cajun fiddle for beginners, preserving and passing down the rich cultural traditions of Acadiana. This heartfelt video collection, taught by Al Berard himself, is a tribute to his extraordinary talent as both a musician and educator. Designed for those interested in learning the basics of Cajun fiddle, the series serves as a living legacy — sharing the rich cultural traditions of Louisiana through one of its most passionate advocates. 💬“My dad was an incredible teacher,” said Maegan Berard Rankin, daughter of Al Berard. “I feel like, of all the things we’ve done to honor him, this might be the most important in terms of keeping his teaching memory alive. He was truly gifted at it, and people deeply connected with him through these lessons.” 🌀 Support Al’s Legacy If Al Berard has touched your heart or inspired your love of music and Cajun/Creole culture, please consider making a donation to the Al Berard Memorial Music Fund, a fund of the Community Foundation of Acadiana. 🔗 Donate now: www.cfacadiana.org/alberard 💬 “His passion was to teach everyone about his love for music and the Cajun/Creole culture in which he lived.” — Laura Huval, daughter of Al Berard 🌟 About the Al Berard Memorial Music Fund This fund honors the memory of Al Berard, a revered musician, mentor, and cultural advocate. It supports community organizations that promote Cajun/Creole heritage, music, arts, and the French language. Your donations help provide: Instruments to students, Placement of master music teachers, Scholarships for music students of all ages across Acadiana Since its founding, the fund has awarded approximately $80,000 in grants to regional music and culture programs. 📍Past grant recipients include: St. Martin Parish & Lafayette Parish Gifted/Talented Music Programs Woodvale Elementary “French Week” Louisiana Folk Roots Kids Camp NUNU Arts & Culture Collective Le Reveil du Français Teche Center for the Arts & Many More 📬 To Donate by Mail: Community Foundation of Acadiana Memo: Al Berard Fund 1035 Camellia Boulevard, Suite 100 Lafayette, LA 70508 📧 For more info: [email protected] 📞 Call: (337) 769-4844 🙏 Thank you for continuing Al Berard’s mission to inspire, educate, and preserve the soul of Cajun music. Peace & Love! #AlBerard #CajunFiddle #CajunMusic #CreoleCulture #LouisianaMusic #Acadiana #FolkMusic #FrenchHeritage #SupportTheArts #AlBerardFund #FiddleLessons #CajunCulture #PreserveTradition #CommunityFoundationofAcadiana