Phil Menard
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DiedOctober 26, 2016 (aged 93)[1]
Lake Charles, Louisiana, U.S.
Lake Charles, Louisiana, U.S.
InstrumentAccordion
Phil Menard | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 6, 1923 Cankton, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | October 26, 2016 (aged 93)[1] Lake Charles, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Instrument | Accordion |
Phil Menard (September 6, 1923 – October 26, 2016) was an American musician who played the Cajun accordion. He lived in Lake Charles, Louisiana with his wife Georgie. Menard played with the band Louisiana Travelers[2] featuring Ivy Dugas. The group are credited with popularising the Heritage Waltz.
