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Mardi Gras

Feb. 13, 2024
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This week on Take Note, it’s the history of the music behind Mardi Gras. As aired on KBACH on February 13th.

Featured in this episode:

Sonoton Music – Mardi Gras Party
The Box – Drunk at Mardi Gras

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