Join us for a spectacular evening of music and celebration at the 30th Anniversary Celebration Concert of the Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir (COTG). This momentous event will take place on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the prestigious Lisner Auditorium, George Washington University.

Under the artistic direction of Michele Fowlin, music direction by Anthony Walker, and choreography by Karon Johnson, the concert promises an unforgettable night of glorious sounds, artistry, and uplifting messages. The evening will feature special performances by dozens of COTG alumni and appearances by former directors including Dr. Joyce Garrett, Dr. Thomas Tyler, Diedre Neal, and Evelyn Curenton, celebrating three decades of gospel music that has built community among youth and audiences throughout the National Capital region and beyond.

The Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir has a rich history of spreading joy through their music, having performed with legendary artists and at significant events, including NPR’s From the Top, with Grammy-winning pop singer Sara Bareilles at the White House, and at the Washington National Cathedral for the Inaugural Prayer Services for President Barack Obama and the National Memorial Service for Nelson Mandela.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a vibrant legacy. Purchase your tickets now and experience an evening that promises to be a highlight of the cultural calendar in Washington, D.C.

For tickets and more information, please visit the Washington Performing Arts website or contact the box office.

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Children of the Gospel Choir

The George Washington University

Experience an evening of glorious sounds, artistry, and uplifting messages with the Washington Performing Arts gospel choirs. The choirs and special guests will perform a program of traditional and contemporary works. For more than 30 years, the gospel choirs have nurtured both aspiring and experienced vocalists while bringing powerful messages of hope to the most prominent stages in the region.

Karon Johnson

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