African-American choral music grew out of the oral tradition of spirituals that was created by African slaves.  These songs, influenced by Christianity and rooted in African culture, expressed the hardship and hope of African slaves in the United Sta...

The LONDON African GOSPEL CHOIR was co-founded by Crystal Hardwicke to help London’s African community to promote the gospel, create a platform of excellence for African gospel singers and musicians, and popularise the African interpretations of gospel mu...  moreThe LONDON African GOSPEL CHOIR was co-founded by Crystal Hardwicke to help London’s African community to promote the gospel, create a platform of excellence for African gospel singers and musicians, and popularise the African interpretations of gospel music. The live repertoire on offer includes traditional and original songs from all regions in Africa in local languages and in English, but also incorporates interpretations of African–American classics. LONDON African GOSPEL CHOIR’s live shows range from 6 piece a cappella to a full blown 20 member band and choir. The dance choreography so much a part of the live show brings a unique and spectacular element to the performances. Shows are adaptable to festivals, theaters, concert halls, corporate events, street events, weddings and funerals. The choir can also provide backing singers and musicians for third party recordings and performances.  less

praise God from whom all blessings flow praise Him all creatures here below praise Him above ye heavenly host praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost

Evelyn Bamfo leading Ghana praises at the Gospel Festival, Heineken Music Hall opening for Donnie McClurkin.

Pam Shen No - This song is about God telling Noah to build the Ark. After the workshop there was time so they asked us to sing them some songs. This was in Dokkum, Friesland

Under the auspices of the African Confederation for Choral Music, the African Youth Choir (AYC) was established on 8 April 2012 in Libreville, at the initiative of choir directors and officers of African choirs associations. (Www.Africanyouthchoir.org) T...  moreUnder the auspices of the African Confederation for Choral Music, the African Youth Choir (AYC) was established on 8 April 2012 in Libreville, at the initiative of choir directors and officers of African choirs associations. (Www.Africanyouthchoir.org) This biennial project is organizing a technical course with cultural exchange during a Summer camp for two weeks in an African country. Then the choir is prepared to perform in major events in Africa, or to represent Africa in major festivals included in the global agenda of choral singing. The desire is to gather young singers from around Africa for integration through song, to enrich their cultural diversity, to to become messengers of peace on the continent and throughout the world, but also a model of multiculturalism. 40 singers from 10 African countries are selected after testing (16 to 26 years old) and work with an experienced conductor. Cultural association, non-profit, the African Youth Choir is an answer the needs of a cultural and artistic education...    less

"African Lullaby" by Joan Szymko. Traditional Bantu & African American song. Recorded live on Sunday, December 7, 2014, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Chamber Singers ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Flo...  more"African Lullaby" by Joan Szymko. Traditional Bantu & African American song. Recorded live on Sunday, December 7, 2014, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Chamber Singers ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: Wallis Peterson, Accompanist: Gayle Giese. The familiar African American song, “Angels watching over me” is given cantus firmus treatment while a lilting African lullaby, "Abiyoyo" gently sways around it. The Bantu song, "Abiyoyo" is traditionally sung at bedtime as a song to entrance night time monsters into a dancing state; mother and father can then chase the monsters away so baby can safely sleep. Abiyoyo, Abiyoyo, Abiyoyo- yo-yo-yo-yo -yo-yo All night, all day, Angels watching over me, my Lord All night,all day, Angels watching over me  less

AFRICA CHORAL AND GOSPEL CHAMPIONSHIP SA-2021 The African Gospel and Choral Championship (ACGC) is a platform to bring as many African talents as possible together, in a host Country, and give them as much exposure as time will allow. It is als...

Brethren sings Total praise to close their concert at Southern Division ACDA on March 13, 2010. Soloist: Dustin Lucas Pianist: Justin Dean

Video highlights from the Templeton Prize 2013 ceremony, on Tuesday 21st May at the Guildhall, London. The London African Gospel Feature at the beginning and the end of the video