The Soul of Gospel: Concert by the Black Heritage Choir
This gospel concert brings the Black Heritage Choir to the Sala Sinfónica at the Auditorio de Tenerife. The focus is on choral sound, solo voices and the call-and-response interplay typical of gospel music. The programme pays tribute to the history of the genre, from its origins to more urban variations. Admission is permitted for children aged five and over; once the concert has started, the hall will remain closed.
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When
Sunday 20 December 2026, 20:00
Where
Auditorio de Tenerife, Sala Sinfónica
Avenida de la Constitución, 1, 38003 Santa Cruz de Tenerife
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The Black Heritage Choir is a selection of singers from the Mississippi Mass Choir and is conducted by Mr Jerry Calvin Smith for this concert. The ensemble interprets “The Soul of Gospel” as a tribute to the genre, spanning the spectrum from its origins on the plantations to later urban forms. The programme combines large-scale choral singing with solo parts, without allowing the harmony of the choir to fade into the background.
A striking feature of the artistic approach is that all performers play a defining role in the overall sound. It is precisely this that gives rise to the immediate character of gospel, which, when performed live, thrives on rhythm, vocal power and the sense of community. The music also reveals its connections to other genres that gospel has historically incorporated, including jazz, blues, country and hip-hop.
The concert lasts around 90 minutes. Admission is permitted from the age of five. Once the doors are closed at the start of the performance, no further entry will be permitted. Tickets cost 39 euros.
Last checked on 1 October 2026 at 0:10. Source: Auditorio de Tenerife.
