San Lyon band at Sounds of Mardi Gras

Not New Orleans, but Fresno, California. San Lyon has only been hitting the music festival circuit for a couple of years, but their bright delivery of manouche jazz immediately captivated audiences. I had the privilege of hearing them for several sets at the Fresno festival last weekend. Their lead singer was missing, having scored an acting gig in New York. Hopefully, she will be back soon; or hopefully, her dream of hitting it big as an actress will come true.

Pictured left to right: Melinda West, Katie Cavera, Dani Vargas, Jenna Colombet.