Karen Clarke Sheard To Headline The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra’s Inaugural GospelFest

Master March 29, 2023 2 min read 0

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Headlining the festival, Gospel music icon, Karen Clarke Sheard, of the legendary Clarke Sisters, joins the Orchestra under the baton of BSO Associate Conductor, Jonathan Rush on the second evening. Alongside them, the concert will feature HBCU choirs, the Morgan State University Concert Choir, and the Howard Gospel Choir.

Designed with both gospel lovers and newcomers in mind, the world-class Orchestra is excited to showcase its versatility and present this quintessential, American music genre like never heard before. Concertgoers are in for a treat as they hear classic favorites as well as world-premiere selections and song arrangements specifically crafted for the BSO’s GospelFest. Guests can look forward to the following performances:

GospelFest 2023: Karen Clark Sheard

Saturday, April 29 at 8 pm, Meyerhoff 

Jonathan Rush, conductor

Karen Clark Sheard, vocalist

Morgan State University Concert Choir, Dr. Eric Conway, director

Howard Gospel Choir, Reginald A. Golden, director

“Gospel music is a global language that provides the uplifting and inspiration that many of us could use now more than ever,” said BSO’s Associate Conductor and GospelFest creator, Jonathan Rush.

“GospelFest is sure to be a great gathering that highlights the talent of beloved and emerging vocal performers and the remarkable versatility of our Orchestra musicians. We’re fortunate to witness Karen Clarke Sheard’s artistry in person and we can’t wait to join both new and experienced Orchestra attendees together for this event.”