You know, DG, the little town (not so little now) where I grew up has a nice little art scene and music happenings. Like I said, less than 50 miles from NOLA, so you can experience Jazz Fest and Mardi Gras and other city happenings. It has a lot of suburban sprawl now but still some lovely countryside and woods (see the pic links above). Anyway, maybe I found you a house? There is the "Fall for Art" and "Spring for Art" festivals, free concerts at the landing, music at the Saturday Farmer's market that can be very good due to NOLA proximity, a monthly "block party" on the final friday, etc. etc. Anyway, I think I found you a house!
http://realestate.nola.com/RealEstat...d_id=489896206