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ROCHESTER, Minn. (Nov. 27, 2024) – The Sound of Gospel© Music, presented by the
Rochester, Minnesota branch of the NAACP, takes the audience on an expansive
historical musical journey featuring praise and worship (devotions and hymns), work
and freedom songs, ring shouts, Negro spirituals, choirs and quartets, up to today’s
contemporary and urban gospel. Elements of drama and joy resonate throughout the
show.
The production celebrates and honors Black History Month. The show is produced
by playwright, producer, and director William Pierce of 2nd Chance Outreach; it’s
directed by Academy Award-nominated actress, playwright and vocalist Jevetta Steele;
with musical direction by the Grammy Award-winning Billy Steele – both of the
renowned family The Steeles.
The Sound of Gospel© Music is sponsored by the African American Churches of
Rochester, Rochester Area Foundation and the City of Rochester’s Community Building
Fund Grant. Students from Rochester Public Schools will participate in the performance.
WHO: Individuals, friends, family, everyone! It’s recommended that children be
at least 12 years of age.
WHERE: Mayo Civic Center, Presentation Hall
30 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minn. 55904
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m.
A Community Resource Fair takes place at Mayo Civic Center from 5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
The concert is approximately 2 1/2 hours in length, with a 15-minute intermission.
TICKETS ON SALE STARTING DEC. 2:
Ticket prices range from $15 when purchased at the box office, to $20 when purchased
through Ticketmaster.
Box Office: (507) 361-5050
The box office is located at Mayo Civic Center.
For more information email: Rochesterthogm@gmail.com.
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