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Acappella

Believing in the awesome versatility and flexibility of the human voice, the
renowned vocal group Acappella can fill a large concert hall with beautiful,
intricate music without ever plucking a string or beating a drum.

A member of the Christian Music Hall of Fame, Acappella has sold well over
three million units and toured every continent on the globe since Keith
Lancaster - songwriter, producer and original lead singer - formed the group
in 1982.

After releasing the landmark album Sweet Fellowship, Acappella signed with
Word Records (and later Epic Records), and saw its popularity soar with
releases such as Rescue, We Have Seen His Glory and Set Me Free. The 
song "More Precious Than Gold" became the centerpiece of a Sony Camcorder national television commercial.

Acappella's latest project, Find Your Way, is a mix of strong harmony and
sound biblical lyrics. Featuring Acappella's trademark strong bass and 
soaring tenor, Find Your Way marks a triumphant return for the quintet after
its Radiance project won the 2007 CARA Award for Best Religious Album.

With passion for God and hearts for music ministry, current members Robin
Brannon, Zac George, Anthony Lancaster, Wes McKinzie and Zachary Wilson
continue Acappella's work through high-energy concerts all over the world.

 
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Acappella Sal

Acappella Sal Group Shot

The Ministry, Acapela Sal, began in 1997 with the formation of the quartet, under the leadership of David Santos. Over the years, the group grew to a sextet, with a traditional sound, and sang God’s praises all over their home country of Brazil.

The current lineup is a quintet that continues their mission of proclaiming the Gospel through music. Singing David’s arrangements and compositions in a diverse style, Acapela Sal seeks to perpetuate the Service, Worship, and Praise to our God.

 
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Durant

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Durant is a group of six young men and women with a passion for making music and praising the Lord. With energetic stage presence, powerful vocals, and a style all their own, Durant is spreading the Gospel of Jesus through their unique blend of rich a cappella tradition with the influence of contemporary styles.

Because of their versatility and desire to share their music with people, Durant’s motto is “Yeah, we do that.” They embrace a wide variety of musical genres and styles to appeal to a vastly diverse audience.

 
Eric Gwin

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Having been referred to over the past few years by many as a “progressive multi-vocalist” and “The Voice of A Cappella modern rock,” Erick has built a reputation on the basis of being unique, even within a genre of music that is considered “out of the ordinary” in an of itself.

A solo artist is not something that is very common within the world of a cappella music, yet Eric manages to make it work somehow. Perhaps it is because being an a cappella solo artist is just another step in a long history of “uniqueness” for him. If you look at his 20-year career in a cappella music, you see that he’s always been different.

Eric is firm believer in the idea that we’re all here for a purpose. He believes that his purpose is to use music to bring people together, all while pushing the “sonic envelop” as far as he can by creating music that is truly original, innovative, and unlike any you’ve ever heard.

 
Messiah's Men

Since its inception in 2003, Messiah’s Men is rapidly establishing itself as one of gospel music’s a cappella groups. They have a unique style of dance and singing from the motherland, Africa. Messiah’s Men is an interdenominational African Christian Male ensemble, with members based in Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Colorado. Through their music, these individuals tell a unique story of their love for God, their passion for life and helping others.

 
Rochester Praise Team
 
 
Tiffany Malone

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“She would sing ALL the time . . . and she sang so loud!” remarks Tiffany’s mother as she reflects on Tiffany’s childhood years. Who knew that many years later, that passion for music and gift of song would grow by leaps and bounds and come to bless so many.

The scope of Tiffany’s music ministry has been far-reaching over the years. She has shared stages with the likes of BeBe Winans, Mary Mary, and others, and she is a 2006 Female Vocalist of the Year CAMA award recipient as well as MCA Female Vocalist of the Year recipient.

Her music touches on many real-life issues, and shares much of what she has learned through her own experiences. Colored by a variety of musical styles, her singing showcases not only the power of the music, but more importantly, the power of the message of Jesus Christ.

 
Vocal Union

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Vocal Union is an all-vocal, contemporary Christian group from Nashville, Tennessee. They began as a group of studio interns in 1995 experimenting with recording vocal arrangements of traditional gospel music. The sound they produced found a niche in many churches around the country, and the decision was made in 1998 to make Vocal Union a touring group.

Vocal Union’s style ranges from high-energy traditional, to tight-harmony jazz and soulful spirituals, to contemporary street corner a cappella. Many of their songs feature vocal percussion and “vocal bass guitar” to firmly establish the rhythmic element, and the inner voicings are meticulously arranged and seriously performed to perfection. The group is blessed with some of the finest soloists in Christian music and all them love to sing with their hearts!

 
VOCES

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VOCES is made up of Carlos Gonzales, Nathan Gonzales, Isaac Gonzales, and Pete Vega. Yes, Carlos, Nathan, and Isaac are brothers! These four young men have been singing together for the last eight years. Together VOCES has traveled throughout the United States and to other countries singing about the good news of Christ.

What makes VOCES stand out above other groups is the fact they are a bilingual a cappella group. They sing in both English and Spanish. VOCES has performed at youth rallies, church services, concerts, special events, television programs, mission trips and seminars. They are dedicated to this unique ministry of taking the message of God to all who will hear them.

 
341

341 is a dream come true . . . three women who have been brought together for one purpose, to glorify God through the gift of music.  Jennifer Johnson, Kay Pickar, and Janice Grimes are from a small town in Central Wisconsin. Beginning six years ago, practicing in the basement, the group has had many adventures, from singing in the rain at outdoor festivals to comforting hospice patients at their bedsides. The girls have been amazed at God’s provision and equipping. While 341 is a part-time ministry for each, it has progressed beyond their expectations.

 
Hoss Ridgeway

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The emcee for the Artist Showcase and Acappella Extravaganza!

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