Music scene · Gretna

Music in Gretna is modest and local. As a West Bank suburb across the river from downtown, the town's jazz, brass, and R&B come from school programs, church groups, and weekend bar players. New Orleans acts sometimes drive in for private events.

Do not look for arenas in Gretna. The local restaurant, church hall, and community center handle the town's music, from school concerts to church choirs to small local acts.

Regional and local artists are the backbone of music in Gretna, while musicians from the New Orleans area occasionally pass through.

The entry point for music in Gretna is local: school programs, church choirs, and casual bar jams. Keep an eye on the community center calendar, and plan to network in New Orleans for larger opportunities.