Chicago a cappella will tell the story of gospel music’s beginnings through song. We’ll take you on a journey from the pre-gospel Classical works sung in many African-American churches to hymns, spirituals, and finally the full flowering of gospel music itself, which began right here in Chicago. At each of our venues, a gospel choir from that community will join Chicago a cappella on stage as musical guest artists. Rollo Dilworth, the dynamic, internationally-acclaimed choral director, arranger, and teacher, will serve as guest music director for the program, leading from the piano for a rousing gospel finale.

Guest Choirs:
Oak Park: Oak Park and River Forest High School Gospel Choir
Evanston: Faith Temple Church of God in Christ Youth Choir
Naperville:  DuPage African Methodist Episcopal Church “Praise Team” Choir
Chicago: Triedstone Full Gospel Baptist Church “Youth in Action” Choir

Emily Price

Mezzo-soprano