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Student gospel singers take stage at New Orleans festival known for celebrity acts

  • Gospel choirs from area high schools performed at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival Gospel Tent on Friday, April 25, 2025.
  • This performance continued a tradition for Louisiana students spanning decades, highlighting ongoing concerns about arts education funding.
  • The festival, which began in 1970, has featured gospel music since its inception and now includes a dedicated day for student choirs.
  • Student Leah Hawkins, 16, stated her confidence blossomed, telling others, "If you have a voice then use it."
  • The opportunity provides students a valued platform, fostering pride and recognizing heritage despite historical cuts to school music programs.
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Student gospel singers take stage at New Orleans festival known for celebrity acts

The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival each spring is known for hosting some of the world’s most famous jazz, funk and rock acts.

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