“Gospel in the Gardens” Concert to Uplift Spirits and Fight Food Deserts
Music enthusiasts and philanthropists alike are eagerly anticipating the upcoming “Gospel in the Gardens” concert, set to take place on Saturday, May 4 at 6 PM at Payne Avenue Baptist Church (2714 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave) in Knoxville, Tennessee. This unique event will feature a performance from the new UT College of Music Gospel Choir in support of Battlefield Farm, a local non-profit organization with the mission of ending food insecurity in East Knoxville by partnering with community members to make fresh food accessible.
For Shawn Turner, UT Gospel Choir Director, witnessing events like “Gospel in the Gardens” come to fruition is a testament to the tremendous dedication and effort invested in the UT Gospel Choir.
“We are incredibly excited to perform during ‘Gospel in the Gardens,’ an event that embodies the spirit of both music and community service,” said Turner. “The journey of revitalizing our choir has been nothing short of inspiring. From just six members last year, we’ve seen remarkable growth to over 25 singers this year. It’s truly gratifying to witness the resurgence of enthusiasm and dedication within our ensemble. Now, as we prepare to share our passion for gospel music with the community, we are eager to make a meaningful impact that resonates far beyond the stage.”
“Gospel in the Gardens” welcomes the public to attend free of charge, while offering attendees the opportunity to contribute donations to Battlefield Farm throughout the event. Guests can anticipate a lively evening filled with soul-stirring musical performances and food offerings. Every donation made will directly contribute to initiatives dedicated to enhancing access to fresh, nutritious food in underserved communities, effectively addressing the urgent challenge of food insecurity.
For more information regarding the UT College of Music and the UT Gospel Choir, please contact:
Alissa Galyon
Director of Marketing & Communications, UT College of Music
865-974-8935
About the Venue:
Payne Avenue Baptist Church
2714 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave
Knoxville, TN 37914