Several renowned gospel music stars headline this year’s 25th Annual Chicago Gospel Music Festival slated for June 6 and 7 at Millennium Park.
Several renowned gospel music stars headline this year’s 25th Annual Chicago Gospel Music Festival slated for June 6 and 7 at Millennium Park. This milestone event kicks off the 2009 lakefront music season with Grammy, Stellar and Dove winners Kirk Franklin, Donnie McClurkin and a special appearance by Fantasia featuring Diane Barrino headlining the Jay Pritzker Pavilion. Celebrating 25 years of gospel music at its best, the festival offers national, international and local gospel music performances beginning at 11 a.m. and continuing until 9:30 p.m. both days. Admission is free.
“The Gospel Music Festival is one of many free festivals sponsored annually by the City of Chicago to showcase and celebrate Chicago’s diverse musical heritage,” said Megan McDonald, executive director of the Mayor’s Office of Special Events. “This year’s special lineup will be a tribute to the many genres within gospel music, drawing from classical to R&B to traditional gospel music performed by the industry’s top, award-winning artists.”
On Saturday, McClurkin brings his heartfelt lyrics from his recently released album "We All Are One (Live in Detroit)" to the Pritzker Pavillion. Past award-winning hits such as "Speak to My Heart," which garnered two Stellar awards and a Dove award nomination, have given McClurkin a strong following in the gospel music community.
For a list of performance times, visit the Gospel Fest website.
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