The New Orleans Council on Aging is proud to present its Community Choir, composed of seniors from various senior centers across the city. Through the vision of Howard L. Rodgers III, the Executive Director of the New Orleans Council on Aging, the choir came into existence in 2010. With the assistance of Rhea Dokes, Wendell J. Bloodworth, Sr., Gloria Stewart, Gwendolyn Guice, Donnisha Dawson, Elise Hamilton, and the Senior Center Directors, the choir has grown to more than 70 members ranging in age from 60 to 98.
This talented group of individuals will have the honor of singing at the Gospel Tent at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on Friday, May 2, 2025. The New Orleans Council on Aging Community Choir consists of older adults from the 12th Ward Save Our Community, Carrollton Hollygrove Senior Center, Kinship Center, Lower 9th Ward Senior Center, Mercy Endeavors Senior Center, Pontchartrain Park Community Center, and Treme Community Education Program. We encourage everyone to come out and support these incredible elders as they share their voices and talents on this special stage. Their performance is a testament to the vibrant spirit and creativity of our senior community.
Join us at the Gospel Tent to celebrate their dedication, joy, and the power of music to bring people together. The New Orleans Council on Aging Community Choir proves that you are never too old to ‘Rock and Roll.’ We invite you to join us on this journey as we uplift and inspire through music. We look forward to seeing you there!
