Elderly Choir Breaks World Record in Warwickshire

The Prime Timers, a choir of 17 elderly residents from care homes in Warwickshire, have set a new Guinness World Record for the world's oldest choir, with an average age of 94. They performed at a Christmas concert at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon, singing traditional carols like 'Jingle Bells' and 'Silent Night', as well as their original song 'Christmas Through The Years', co-written with Intergenerational Music Making. The previous record was held by St John’s House in York, with an average age of 91. Jasmine Kessey, deputy home manager of Runwood Homes, expressed pride in the choir's achievement, while members highlighted the joy and honor of participating in such an event. The concert not only celebrated their musical talents but also aimed to raise funds for local dementia charities. The initiative is part of a broader effort to integrate music into dementia care, emphasizing its benefits for mental well-being.