Gospel Industry Coalition

SOAR Awards 2025
2025-03-03 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | NC
SOAR awards Chicago, Illinois March 3rd, 2025 Chicago, IL

Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA) Board Meeting 2025
2025-03-09 08:00 - 2025-03-15 17:00 UTC | NC
March 9, 2025 – March 15, 2025

Plaza Hotel & Casino

1 Main Street

Las Vegas, NV 89101, US

For more information, visit: https://gmwanational.net

NCGCC Annual Board Meeting 2025
2025-04-23 08:00 - 2025-04-26 17:00 UTC | NC
NCGCC is an organization that fosters and advances the appreciation of Gospel music. Annually, NCGCC holds a week-long convention that offers classes, workshops, and sessions for ages 5 and older, featuring unique blending of ministry, music, and artistry.
April 23rd-26th in Cleveland, Ohio
For more information, visit: https://www.ncgcc.org/annual-board-meeting.html

On Air Academy - Radio Mastery Session
2025-04-29 18:00 - 23:30 UTC | NC
Join the Gospel Industry Network Radio Committee for our exclusive On Air Academy – Radio Mastery Session, designed to equip and empower radio personalities and industry professionals at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re a seasoned broadcaster or just starting, this session brings together top industry leaders to share insider knowledge, proven strategies, and game-changing tips to help you elevate your presence, expand your audience, and maximize your impact in gospel radio.
For more information, visit: https://minke1.wixsite.com/onairacademy

The 24th Annual I Hear Music, Inc Legend's Ball
2025-05-04 17:00 - 22:00 UTC | NC
Mission Statement:
The conference weekend will celebrate the legacy and impact of music arts in our city . The event will allow the leaders and citizens in our city to connect with each other and enjoy the concert together in unity. Bringing everyone together annually under the umbrella of music, as the love of music is something that we all have in common..
Event location:
Sharonville Convention Center
11355 Chester Rd, Glendale, OH 45246

For more information, visit: https://ihearmusicintheair.com/2025-legends-ball/

The Gospel Industry Coalition proudly presents its Inaugural Gospel Industry Honors
2025-06-16 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | NC
Get ready to witness history in the making! The Gospel Industry Coalition proudly presents its Inaugural Gospel Industry Honors — a heartfelt celebration dedicated to recognizing and uplifting the many “Unsung Sheroes & Heroes” whose unwavering commitment and behind-the-scenes contributions have shaped and sustained the gospel music industry.
Join us for an inspiring afternoon of fellowship, music, and well-deserved recognition as we shine a spotlight on the trailblazers, pioneers, and everyday champions who make gospel music what it is today — a powerful force for hope, healing, and community.
Date: Friday, August 15
Time: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Trevecca Nazarene University, 333 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN
Enjoy a delicious luncheon, moving tributes, special guest appearances, and unforgettable moments of gratitude and praise.
Tickets:
$50 Members
$100 Non-Members
Secure your seat and be part of this momentous occasion! For more information and to purchase tickets, PURCHASE TICKET NOW!
Come ready to honor, celebrate, and be inspired — because without these hidden heroes, the music wouldn’t be the same. Let’s lift them up together!

Full Gospel 2025 New Orleans, LA
2025-07-08 08:00 - 2025-07-11 17:00 UTC | NC
Full Gospel July 8-11th, 2025 New Orleans, LA

CeCe Winans Worship Masterclass | GIC Event July 9 at 7:45 PM EDT / 6:45 PM CDT
2025-07-09 19:45 - 20:45 (America/Halifax) | NC
CeCe Winans Worship Masterclass: Clearing the Stage
Hosted by the Gospel Industry Coalition
Join us for a powerful virtual experience on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 7:45 PM EDT / 6:45 PM CDT for the CeCe Winans Worship Masterclass — the first in the Gospel Industry Coalition’s Total Worshipper series.
If you’ve ever wondered how CeCe Winans has sustained a multi-decade career while remaining authentic, anointed, and relevant, this is your chance to hear directly from her. In this one-night-only worship masterclass, CeCe will share her journey, reveal how she’s navigated challenges in the music industry, and offer encouragement to those leading others in worship.
What to Expect:

Exclusive insight into CeCe’s worship leadership and legacy
Guidance on “clearing the stage” of distractions and staying centered
A special opportunity to ask CeCe your questions during the live Q&A

Attendees can submit up to two questions in advance for CeCe to address during the session. Selected questions will receive a live “shout-out” during the broadcast.
Email your questions to: thetotalworshipper@gmail.com
Space is limited — Click here to register now
Learn more at: www.gospelindustrycoalition.org/totalworshipper
This CeCe Winans Worship Masterclass is just one of many quality experiences hosted by the Gospel Industry Coalition.

LET’S PRAY: THE GIC PRAYER STAND
2025-08-01 05:00 - 09:30 (Asia/Karachi) | NC
Praying for Unity in Our Community
Friday, August 1, 2025 | 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM (EST)
ABOUT THE EVENT
The Gospel Industry Coalition invites you to join us for “Let’s PRAY,” a powerful early-morning prayer experience designed to bring together artists, leaders, and believers in a unified stand for our communities and our nation.
This gathering is more than a moment—it’s a movement. We’re coming together to cover our cities, our families, our industry, and our future in prayer.
Whether you’re near or far, meet us at the altar—where the power begins.
ANOINTED PRAYER LEADERS INCLUDE
Da’dra Greathouse
Dr. Oscar Williams
Bishop Juandolyn Stokes
Pastor Charles “CeJay” Johnson
Bishop Damien Sneed
Dr. Teresa Hairston Jackson
Additional leaders to be announced
SCRIPTURE FOCUS
“The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.”
– 2 Corinthians 10:4 (NIV)
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Friday, August 1, 2025
Time: 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM (Central Time)
Location: Online and In-Person Prayer Gathering (location details to be announced if applicable)
Admission: Free and open to the public
REGISTRATION
Reserve your spot today. This event is free, but registration is required.
Register Now at www.GICevents.org
CONTACT & QUESTIONS
For more information or inquiries, email us at gospelindustrycoalition@gmail.com

Faith Meets Hoops: GIC Joins Bear Tag Celebrity Game During Stellar Awards Weekend
2025-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | NC
We’re excited to share that the Gospel Industry Coalition (GIC) has officially joined forces with the Bear Tag Celebrity Basketball Game during Stellar Awards Weekend!
Together, we’re using faith, music, and movement to shine a light on mental health awareness and support our community like never before.
Thursday, August 14th
Maplewood Gym | Nashville, TN
Link in bio to grab your tickets now!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1403879795259?aff=oddtdtcreator
Let’s show up and show out!
#GICSupports #BearTagGame #StellarWeekend #MentalHealthMatters #FaithAndSports #StrongerMinds #GospelAndGame #GICUnites #NashvilleEvents #StellarAwards2025

Berklee's 2026 Gospel Music Hall of Fame
2026-05-01 20:00 - 21:30 UTC | Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA, United States
May 1, 2026 – Berklee College in Boston Honors Gospel Greats: Ricky Dillard, Nia Allen and Don Jackson

May 1, 2026
8:00p.m.
Berklee Performance Center
136 Mass Ave
Berklee Africana Studies presents the annual Gospel Extravaganza, a celebration of gospel music and Black sacred artistry. This dynamic performance showcases the depth, spirit, and global influence of gospel music across the African diaspora.
A highlight of the evening is the Berklee Gospel Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, where we will welcome a new class of honorees whose contributions have profoundly impacted gospel music and its cultural legacy. This year’s inductees performing with the students—Ricky Dillard, Dr. Nia Allen, and Don Jackson—join a distinguished group of honorees including Karen Bell, MAJOR., Jerome Kyles, Bishop Hezekiah Walker, Kurt Carr, Dr. Judith McAllister, Dr. Teresa Jackson, Dennis Montgomery, Rev. Milton Biggham, Evelyn Lee and Mrs. Elta Garrett
Together, these artists represent the excellence, innovation, and spiritual foundation of gospel music, and their induction continues Berklee’s commitment to honoring the voices that have shaped this enduring tradition.
An Unforgettable Night of Live Gospel Music and Berklee Gospel Music Hall of Fame Induction

NYC Mother's Day Celebration 2026
2026-05-09 14:30 - 2026-05-10 21:00 UTC | NC
New York! New York! Celebrate Mother’s Day in the Big Apple — A stunning lineup and plenty of sunshine!!
McDonald’s Gospelfest 2026, produced and directed by A. Curtis Farrow, will be at Palladium Times Square on Mother’s Day weekend 2026 on May 9th and May 10th for 3 performances.
The electrifying lineup features The Clark Sisters, Tony Award–winning Broadway legend Jennifer Holliday, Grammy-winning powerhouse Le’Andria Johnson, and a global showcase of outstanding local, national, and international talent. From Germany to Japan to Korea to every corner of the U.S., thousands of voices will unite for an unforgettable celebration of culture and community.
About The Clark Sisters
Hailing from Detroit, Michigan, The Clark Sisters are the highest-selling female gospel group in history. Since their formation in 1966, they have been credited with pioneering contemporary gospel by blending traditional church sounds with jazz, R&B, and classical influences. The group consists of the daughters of the legendary gospel choral director Dr. Mattie Moss Clark, who trained them in what became known as “The Clark Sound”—characterized by intricate harmonies, “squalls” (soulful growls), and high-speed vocal runs.
The Clark Sisters are widely considered the most influential vocal group in gospel history. Their technical vocal abilities and bold arrangements paved the way for artists like Kirk Franklin, Mary Mary, and countless R&B stars who cite them as their primary vocal inspiration.The Clark Sisters achieved massive mainstream success in the 1980s, breaking through the “gospel bubble” to reach secular audiences. “You Brought the Sunshine” (1981): Their biggest crossover hit, which was inspired by a reggae beat and became a staple in New York dance clubs like Studio 54. Other classics include “Is My Living in Vain?”, “Hallelujah,” “Endow Me,” and “Expect a Miracle.”
​They have won three Grammy Awards and were honored with the James Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020 and their story was popularized for a new generation in the 2020 Lifetime movie, The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel, executive produced by Queen Latifah and Mary J. Blige.
About Jennifer Holliday
Jennifer Holliday skyrocketed to fame with her iconic, Tony Award–winning performance as Effie Melody White in the smash Broadway musical Dreamgirls. Discovered at age 17 while singing in her Houston church choir, Holliday has since built a legendary career on stage and in music. She is a two-time Grammy Award winner for her unforgettable performances of “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” and Duke Ellington’s “Come Sunday.”
About Le’Andria Johnson
Grammy Award–winning gospel artist Le’Andria Johnson rose to prominence as the season three winner of BET’s hit gospel competition Sunday Best. Her coronation song, “I Shall Leap into My Destiny,” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Gospel charts. Her albums The Awakening of Le’Andria Johnson and The Evolution of Le’Andria Johnson earned her widespread acclaim, making her the first Sunday Best contestant to win a Grammy Award.
About A. Curtis Farrow
2026 marks the 28th year Mr. Farrow has partnered with McDonald’s to bring the world-renowned Gospelfest celebration to life. Under his leadership, McDonald’s Gospelfest has become the most influential gospel event in the world, earning Farrow three Emmy Awards and seventeen nominations. His work has drawn participants from across the globe, including Japan, Korea, Germany, Canada, and all 50 U.S. states.
Mr. Farrow organized and produced the internationally televised homegoing services for Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin. He is also a celebrated choir director, having broken the Guinness World Record for Largest Gospel Choir with 1,175 singers in 2014, followed by a 2,000-voice choir at Madison Square Garden in 2017 and a 5,000-voice choir at Nassau Coliseum in 2018.

GIC NIGHT OF WORSHIP - Aug 13, 2026 - CHARLOTTE, NC
2026-05-15 19:00 - 2026-05-17 19:00 UTC | Mt. Moriah BC, 727 W Trade St, Charlotte, NC, United States
The Gospel Industry Coalition (GIC) proudly presents the GIC Night of Worship Concert on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Greater Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. This free community event will feature an unforgettable evening of worship led by renowned gospel artists Tonya Baker, Kelontae Gavin, Lisa Knowles, Da’dra Greathouse, Judy McAllister, Enrique Holmes, and Monica Wells-Bell, with Bishop Terence Merritt as special guest and Damien Sneed serving as Music Director.

NCGCC 93rd Annual Convention
2026-07-25 00:00 - 2026-07-31 00:00 UTC | Sheraton birmingham Convention Complex, 2101 Richard Arrington, Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, Alabama, 35203, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of gospel music at the 93rd Annual Convention of the NATIONAL CONVENTION OF GOSPEL CHOIRS AND CHORUSES! This highly anticipated annual event is set to take place in Birmingham, AL, bringing together some of the biggest names in gospel for an inspiring week of music, ministry, and community.
The NCGCC is the oldest gospel music convention in existence and was founded in 1933 by Dr. Thomas A Dorsey, who is revered as the “FATHER” of Gospel Music.
For more info: https://www.ncgcc.org/

Stellar Week GIC Hotel
2026-08-12 08:00 - 2026-08-16 17:00 UTC | Doubletree Hotel, Charlotte, 230 N College St, Charlotte, NC, 28202
Book your hotel (CLICK HERE) and SPECIFY the Special Gospel Industry Coalition rate.
Gospel Industry Coalition rate is $165./night
BE SURE TO ASK FOR THE GOSPEL INDUSTRY COALITION rate.
We have a room block reserved at DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center for August 12, 2026 through August 16, 2026.
Booking your room is simple, just select “Book a Room” to receive your group’s preferred rate.
To make a reservation by phone, please call 704-335-5400 between the hours of 8AM – 4PM Monday-Friday.
Having trouble making a reservation or need to get assistance with an existing reservation? Please EMAIL the onsite Reservation Manager at BernsteinT@gfhotels.com between the hours of 8AM – 4PM Monday-Friday.

D'Garia Music Agency Presents: 12th Annual Called to Refresh
2026-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Mt. Moriah BC, 727 W Trade St, Charlotte, NC, United States
Called to Refresh refreshes and equips musicians and creatives to grow in faith, leadership, and purpose while using their gifts.

The mission of Called to Refresh is to spiritually refresh and cultivate prepared, principled, and purpose-driven musicians, producers, songwriters, worship leaders, and artists. We are committed to strengthening those in music ministry through biblical principles and education in leadership, instrumentation, vocals, and production, while equipping them with the tools and insight needed to navigate both the church and music industry.
We emphasize the importance of character and stewardship, understanding that talent may create opportunity, but character is what sustains it. By connecting creatives with professionals in the music industry, as well as experts in wellness, financial literacy, life insurance, and real estate, we aim to develop the whole person—spiritually and holistically—so they are not only gifted, but equipped to steward their calling and refreshed to live the victorious life they play, write, and sing about.

POWER UP Seminar- "Next Up" w Jonathan McReynolds, MAJOR. and the Stone's Throw Collective
2026-08-13 15:30 - 17:00 UTC | Mt. Moriah BC, 727 W Trade St, Charlotte, NC, United States
https://gospelindustrycoalition.ticketspice.com/gic-day-2026

NEXT UP… RIGHT NOW! is an exciting, interactive artist development experience presented by the Gospel Industry Coalition during Stellar Awards Week featuring the members of the Stone’s Throw Collective led by Jonathan McReynolds and MAJOR.. This seminar is uniquely designed for emerging and independent artists. It’s a FREE session that will provide a premium opportunity to showcase your music, receive constructive feedback, and gain practical insights from respected industry leaders and creatives. Participants are encouraged to bring their best music, strongest presentation, and professional team for a live “show and tell” experience. Discover what it takes to move your career to the next level.

GIC Night of Worship - August 13, 2026
2026-08-13 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | Mt. Moriah BC, 727 W Trade St, Charlotte, NC, United States
Experience a phenomenal outpour of Worship at GIC’s Night of Worship on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. This powerful evening will bring together gospel artists, worship leaders, musicians, industry professionals, and music lovers for an unforgettable celebration of unity. Designed to uplift and inspire, the event will feature dynamic music and authentic praise featuring amazing worship leaders from around the country.
The event is FREE and open to the public. The location is literally minutes from downtown Charlotte hotels. NOTE: Prior to the event (at the same location) a series of dynamic “POWER UP” sessions will take place: 3:30 – 5p – Sessions for gospel artists, radio, worship leaders, pastors and leaders and a special session addressing vital health topics. Following the POWER UP session, there will be a GOSPEL TOWN HALL – with a “no holds barred” discussion of the STATE OF THE GOSPEL INDUSTRY! Registration for these sessions is required (sessions are FREE).

Join Us for the 2nd ANNUAL Gospel Industry Honors!
2026-08-14 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Middle C Jazz, Charlotte, NC, 300 S Brevard St, charlotte, nc, 28202
In every note sung and every lyric penned, there is a story of sacrifice, faith, and quiet determination that rarely makes the headlines. Gospel music, with its deep roots and wide reach, has always depended on more than just the voices on stage — it thrives because of countless men and women who labor behind the scenes, fueled by a calling far greater than fame.
Mark your calendar:
Friday, August 14, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET
CHARLOTTE, NC
The Gospel Industry Honors is our way of giving flowers while they can still be appreciated. Saying thank you to those who have given so much without asking for anything in return. It is our collective exhale; a room filled with praise, laughter, tears, and testimonies that remind us why we do what we do.
Guests will gather for an elegant brunch, filled with moments of heartfelt recognition, stirring tributes, and stories that will inspire a new generation to serve this industry with the same integrity and passion.
Why you should be in the room:
This is not just an event — it’s a movement to reclaim the spirit of community and honor within gospel music. It’s a gathering where legends meet laborers, artists embrace administrators, and everyone is seen as vital to the mission.
Tickets: $125 CLICK TO PURCHASE: for General/Professional Members — For NON MEMBERS
Seats are limited
We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
