York University Gospel Choir: Gospel Meets Classical

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GOSPEL MEETS CLASSICAL!

The York University Gospel Choir will lift your spirits with the power of the most inspirational gospel anthems of yesterday and today. Hear Gospel Music like you’ve never heard before! This magnificent concert featured a 30-piece orchestra and accompaniment by hammond organ.

Directed by Gospel powerhouse Professor Karen Burke, the 100+ voice choir was backed by a rhythm section directed by Corey Butler.

A tremendous songwriter in her own right, Burke is the founder and artistic director of the York University Gospel Choir. She co-founded the Juno Award-winning Toronto Mass Choir in 1988 and continues to serve as its principal director, touring nationally and internationally. Her work on the stage and in the studio includes collaborations with Alvin Slaughter, Jean Ashworth Bartle and Jackie Richardson.

Corey Butler – keys, bandleader
Kemon Emmanuel – drums
Jeremiah Pick – guitar
Tim Ball – bass

Featuring:

Alan Medri – solo cello
Richard Wilson – hammond organ

Admission: $15 | $5 students & seniors
Box Office: 416-736-5888 | www.yorku.ca/perform/boxoffice
Location: Sandra Faire and Ivan Fecan Theatre
Sponsor: Faculty of Fine Arts

For more information, please see the official posting here.