In We Blood

Louis Saldenah on: Running Toronto Carnival's Leading Band, Passing on Legacy, & 'When Mas was Mas'

Keyanna Bell

Louis Saldenah, a Toronto Carnival veteran and band leader of Saldenah Carnival, which holds 21 Band of the Year titles and 13 second-place titles, reflects on 80 years of Saldenah.

From growing up in the mas camp under his father to passing down the tradition of mas to his children and their children, Louis shares insights into the costs of running a band, what's led to his success, and his vision for the future of mas.

He advocates for a return to pageantry, the removal of bikinis in favor of more elaborate costumes, and bringing back the essence of 'when mas was mas.'

~~Connect on Socials~~
Instagram ♡
Follow Keyanna: https://www.instagram.com/keybees/
Follow Louis: https://www.instagram.com/saldenahcarnival/
Follow In We Blood: https://www.instagram.com/inweblood_/

Tiktok ☆
In We Blood:  https://www.tiktok.com/@inweblood