Ray Abshire

Ray Abshire is one of Cajun Music’s purist accordionists and vocalists and a living link to its very roots. A member of one of Louisiana’s legendary musical families, Ray grew up surrounded by Cajun Music’s pioneer artists. He has performed with most all of the old masters whose recordings now form the texts for students of today. Ray left the bandstand in 1975 while accordionist for the legendary Balfa Brothers Band and helping to open windows for Cajun Music in the nation’s musical consciousness. Abshire’s return to the stage has been hailed by both critics and fans alike.