Jerry Devillier, right, was recognized as a Louisiana Tradition Bearer during Festivals Acadiens et Créoles on Saturday in Lafayette. Presenting the certificate is John Sharp, assistant director for research at Center for Louisiana Studies, University of Louisiana-Lafayette. Devillier, 86, of Eunice, was described as the “...only one true Cajun harmonica player” during the ceremony. (Photos by Harlan Kirgan)
Jerry Devillier talked about his many experiences.
By Harlan Kirgan
Editor
Along the way to being honored as Louisiana Tradition Bearer during Festivals Acadiens et Créoles on Saturday, Cajun harmonica player Jerry Devillier took command of the stage for about an hour during which he did what he has done for decades — entertain.
Devillier, 86, said he started playing the harmonica in 1943.
“I listened to my dad playing and I’d watch him when…
