LOUISIANA — A degree program in traditional music could be offered at the University of Louisiana as soon as the fall semester, after nearly 15 years of advocacy by friends of the late musician and pathologist Dr. Tommy Comeaux.

Last week, the Louisiana Board of Regents approved a new bachelor of arts program in music with two areas of major study: traditional music or music business. The degree program awaits accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Music.


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By Marsha Sills