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Lipscomb University Gospel Choir debuts first album
If you walk up to the second floor of Ezell on Tuesday evenings, you’ll hear the strains of age-old gospel music ringing out from Ezell Chapel. Lipscomb University Gospel Choir has been gathering around the stained glass window in the chapel for the past five years now, practicing every Tuesday night. The choir has gotten multiple opportunities to sing at Lipscomb and on the road, and have released several singles. This past week, the choir hit a new milestone, releasing their very first album, “In His Presence.” Herd Media sat down with Gospel Choir’s director and founder, Dr. Aaron Howard, whom all the choir members affectionately call “Doc,” to talk…
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Music makes things “Alright”
Lipscomb’s gospel choir has been on fire as of late. The young group formed by Dr. Aaron Howard, has been shot into the spotlight with their song “Alright”. This song is a cover of the 1995 “He’ll make it Alright” by Victor Johnson & Free from the album Sacrifice of Praise. The Gospel Choir made their Spotify debut on Jan. 13 with “Alright” and uploaded a music video of the song which has eclipsed more than eight thousand views. David Green, a junior Worships Arts major from Arlington, VA, has been part of the gospel choir since its inception in 2021. Green mentioned how fresh the group was just a…
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Choirs spread Christmas cheer alongside Amy Grant
On Nov. 29, 2022, Lipscomb University and Academy Choirs were given the opportunity to perform alongside Amy Grant at the annual Lighting of the Green. The choirs took the stage to perform unique renditions of classic Christmas songs. Lighting of the Green is an annual event hosted by Amy Grant and features special guests to kick off the holiday season.
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Lipscomb’s “Gift to Nashville”
Lighting of the Green is an annual Lipscomb event marking the start of the Christmas season. It has been a popular tradition at Lipscomb for 18 years, extending its reach not only to those affiliated with Lipscomb but also citizens of the Nashville area. Lighting of the Green has always been a free event where all are welcomed with open arms. It includes festivities for all ages such as family pictures with Santa, Merry Marketplace, and performances from Amy Grant, Lipscomb choirs, and other special guests. “The Lighting of the Green is Lipscomb’s gift to Nashville,” Dr. Jimmy McCollum, Lipscomb alum and Professor of Communication, said. Michael Tait of Newsboys…
