Gospel choirs, ensembles, praise dancers, gospel rappers, drill teams and other gospel performers are invited to enter the 2008 Detroit Gospel Showcase & Awards and give praise, thanks and glory to God. Choirs may enter to showcase their talents, or vie for thousands of dollars in prizes.

Interested performers --whether from churches, schools, community groups or other affiliations - may enter by sending an audition tape and photo:

Detroit Gospel Showcase & Awards

Attn: Derryl Reed

3297 Woodview Lake Road, Suite 100

West Bloomfield, MI 48323 by August 22, 2008 (There is no entry fee required and only a limited number of participants can be selected.)

2007 Winner Were:

• 1^st Place
• 2^nd Place
• 3^rd Place

• 1^st Place
• 2^nd Place

Program Details

The 2008 Detroit Gospel Showcase & Awards will be held at Fellowship Chapel, 7707 W. Outer Dr., Detroit, MI 48235

Date: Saturday, November 1, 2008

Time: Program begins at 5:00 PM doors open at 3:00 PM, Vendors start selling at 3:00 PM.

Judging: A panel of music industry professional and executives will conduct the judging. Decisions of the judges are final.

Recognition: Choirs participating in the program will be recognized as among the best choirs in Metropolitan Detroit

To participate in the 2008 Detroit Gospel Showcase & Awards gospel choirs can participate in one of two categories, the choir competition or the showcase in which choirs perform without competing.

• "Youth Choir" members must be 18 years of age and younger (if a member is older than 18 years of age they will be classified as an "Adult Choir."
• "Adult Choir" members are usually 19 years of age and older but younger members may participate in adult choirs.
• Gospel choirs-whether from churches, schools, and community groups or from other affiliations-are invited to submit an audition tape and photo by Friday August 22, 2008. (There is no entry fee to enter).

on category. All participants must perform to a pre-recorded background track up to a maximum of 5 minutes for their presentation.

All other participants will be placed in the Showcase Category

Category I, The Competition

Gospel choirs interested in competing for cash prizes may apply for the competition category. This category will include both "Youth Choirs" (members must be 18years and younger) and "Adult Choirs." Cash prizes will be awarded to five winning choirs as selected by the judges:

Prizes in the Adult Choir Category

• 1^st Place Adult Choir - $3,000
• 2^nd Place Adult Choir - $2,000
• 3^rd Place Adult Choir - $1,000

Prizes in the Youth Choir category

• 1^st Place Youth Choir - $500
• 2^nd Place Youth Choir - $250

Category 2, The Showcase:

The Showcase category is open to "Youth and Adult" gospel choirs, praise dancers, gospel rappers, drill teams, and other gospel performers that want to showcase their talents but are not in the competition category that is reserved for gospel choirs.

Participation Requirements

• Choirs are either in the competition or showcase category
• Youth Choirs are ages 18 years of age and younger
• Adult choirs can include any age members
• Other participants are in the showcase category
• All performers will be supported with a pre-recorded background track or sing acquapello
• Participants will be given a maximum of 5 minutes to perform

Event Vendors

Businesses can kick off the holiday shopping season by participating as a vendor at the 4th Annual Detroit Gospel Showcase & Awards during the Merchants Fair. Capitalize on the popularity of gospel music to increase the awareness and success of your business. (See Vendor Reservation Form for complete details.)

Souvenir Program Advertising

Advertising in our souvenir program is a very cost effective way to advertise and promote your business or services with ads starting as low as $30 for a business card size ad. (See Souvenir Program Ad Reservation Form for complete details)

Legacy Awards

The Legacy Award is presented to individual that have dedicated their lives to serving the Lord, outstanding personal achievements and helping others. Their accomplishments and their ability to overcome obstacles are outstanding examples for others to follow. Past honorees have included Dr. Mattie Moss Clarke, Donald Lawrence, Gospel Queen Albertina Walker, The Barrett Sisters, Reverend Clay Evans and Reverend Dr. Johnnie Colemon (Christ Universal Temple).

A galaxy of greats from Detroit's religious and gospel community will be presented the Legacy Award during the 4th Annual Detroit Gospel Showcase & Awards program.

The 2007 Legacy Award Honorees Were:

The 2006 Legacy Award Honorees Were:

• If you would like to nominate someone for this year's Legacy Award, please send me a letter of recommendation that identifies their commitment to serving God, community service, personal achievements and overcoming obstacles.
• Your letter need to be received by August 1, 2008

Tickets:

Please join us for an awesome evening of giving praise, thanks and glory to God. Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 1, 2008 at Fellowship Chapel, 7701 W. Outer Drive, Detroit, MI 48235. Program starts promptly at 5:00 PM with doors opening at 3:00 PM for the Merchant's Fair. Vendors for the event will be available beginning at 3:00 PM.

General admission tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door, VIP tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door (which includes upfront reserved seating). Advance Group discounts are available for ($8/person) groups of 25 or more people. For information about group ticket discounts call 248-851-5586.

For Advanced Tickets Contact:

• God's World, 13533 W. 7 Mile Road, Detroit, MI 48235, 313-862-8220
• Fellowship Chapel, 7701 w. Outer Drive, Detroit, MI 48235,
• Tickets may also be purchased on line!!!!!!

State Farm Insurance is proud to be the title sponsor of the 4th Annual Detroit Gospel Showcase & Awards. State Farm Insurance, whose generous support is making this celebration of gospel music possible, helps people manage the risk of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. The Detroit Gospel Showcase promises to be an evening of uplifting, motivational, and inspiring Gospel music.

Participating Sponsors
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