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Barry Jean Ancelet

b. 1951

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About Barry Jean Ancelet

Born 1951. Barry Jean Ancelet is an American writer, university teacher, folklorist and linguist, known for Cajun.

Barry Jean Ancelet (pseudonym Jean Arceneaux; born 1951) is a Cajun folklorist in Louisiana French and ethnomusicologist in Cajun music. He has written several books, and under his pseudonym Jean Arceneaux, including poetry and lyrics to songs.

Early life and education Born in Church Point, in Acadia Parish, Louisiana on 25 June 1951. He received a Master of Arts in folklore from Indiana University Bloomington in 1977. 2011 Mardi Gras: Feast Before Fast documentary Shereen Jerrett self

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Important facts

Born
25 June 1951, Church Point
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Writer, university teacher, folklorist, linguist
Nationality
United States
Known for
Cajun
Education
University of Louisiana at Lafayette, University of Provence - Aix-Marseille I, Indiana University, University of Southwestern Louisiana
Employers
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Awards
Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres; Knight of the French Order of Academic Palms

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Barry Jean Ancelet?

folklorist

When was Barry Jean Ancelet born?

Barry Jean Ancelet was born on 25 June 1951 in Church Point.

What is Barry Jean Ancelet's occupation?

Barry Jean Ancelet is a writer, university teacher, folklorist and linguist.

What is Barry Jean Ancelet known for?

Barry Jean Ancelet is known for Cajun.

What nationality is Barry Jean Ancelet?

Barry Jean Ancelet is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Barry Jean Ancelet

· Wikidata: Q2885749

· DBpedia: Barry Jean Ancelet

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