Independent Gospelettes members (from left to right) Maryetta Williams, Min. Esther Wise, Samella Williams, and Min. Shirley Tyler. (Photo by Alhaji Camara)
Min. Shirley Tyler and bassist Lannie "Maurice" Harmon prepare for rehearsal. (Photo by Alhaji Camara)
(Photo by Alhaji Camara)
Voices of Faith members (from left to right) Tamyra Trice, Min. Dexter Trice, Willie Mae Harris and Voncile Harris. (Photo by Alhaji Camara)
Drummer Jimmie Grey. (Photo by Alhaji Camara)
Fingers ran across this keyboard to accompany the gospel singers in song. (Photo by Alhaji Camara)
Community members and supporters of the groups attended this open rehearsal. (Photo by Alhaji Camara)
Sounds of Faith members Marion Oglesby (left), Gabriel Drinkwater (middle) and Dea. George Drinkwater (right). (Photo by Alhaji Camara)
Those in attendance felt the musical vibes coming from the singers. (Photo by Alhaji Camara)
Spirit of Charms members (from left to right) Aaliyah Davis, Cherice Walton-Love, Janayshia Davis, and Tykesha Pope. (Photo by Alhaji Camara)
Julia Prescott practices her solo. (Photo by Alhaji Camara)
Gospel groups from around the city gathered at Bachar Outreach Ministries Church (1501 W. Ring Street) to rehearse in advance of the second Milwaukee Gospel Jubilee on Friday, Feb. 20th at the Pabst Theater. Groups scheduled to perform include Spirit of Charms, Voices of Faith, Masonic Wonders, Independent Gospelettes, Sounds of Faith, Living Sacrifice, and Pastor Rodney Cunningham and Company. Read our coverage of last year’s event.
Proceeds will benefit Progressive Community Health Centers and the event is sponsored by UnitedHealthcare Community Plan. Tickets are available here.
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Gallery: Milwaukee Gospel Jubilee readies to grace the Pabst stage for a second year
by Alhaji Camara, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
February 13, 2015
