Genesee hosts CLC’s Salute to Gospel Music
February 17, 2012 9:16PM
VaShawn Mitchell
Updated: March 19, 2012 8:02AM
Vashawn Mitchell headlines the 28th annual College of Lake County Salute to Gospel Music at 7 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. The evening’s theme is “The Evolution of Gospel Music According to Chicago.” Also performing will be Joshua’s Troop, Gospel Music According to Chicago (a 200-voice choir), Arthur Sutton and the Gift of Praise and the CLC Gospel Choir, directed by Charles Clency. The 2012 Harambee Award of Excellence will showcase three gospel legends: Albertina Walker, Delores Barrett Campbell of the famed Barrett Sisters, and songwriter Jessy Dixon. The Brown Sisters will perform a special musical tribute to the Harambee honorees. Tickets are $19; $17 for senior citizens. For tickets, call (800) 982-2787 or see www.ticketmaster.com. For theater information, call (847) 263-6300 or see www.geneseetheatre.com.
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