Birmingham, AL – March 6, 2007 – The 4th Annual Message in the Music Gospel Showcase, Conference and Concert (formerly I Hear Music in the Air – Birmingham founded by Tracey Artis) will once again be hosted in the historic city of Birmingham, AL. Heralded as one of the best new artist showcases in the Southeastern Region, this stellar showcase is scheduled for March 30 – March 31, 2007, at Cathedral of the Cross 1480 Centerpoint Parkway, Bham, AL 35215.
The “LET IT BE REAL NEW ARTIST SHOWCASE SPONSORED BY COCA-COLA” will bring over 2000 music enthusiasts together to find Gospel’s Hottest New ARTIST. Birmingham which has birthed out American idols, is now the birthing place for Gospel artists who want to pursue a career in Gospel music. The new artist showcase will have a new face this year as Minister Deitrick Haddon takes center stage as host of this exciting event, on Friday, March 30, 2007, 6:30pm.
The Message in the Music Workshops held on Saturday, March 31, 2007 from 9am – 12pm will illustrate and give inside information about the music industry as taught by the record executives of Sony/BMG, Optimus Entertainment Group and The Artist Company. Singers, songwriters and musicians won’t want to miss this opportunity to network with those that have paved the way for the some of the biggest names in Gospel Music.
The Message in the Music Crusade will to be the highlight of the weekend as artists such as Montrell Darrett, Dewayne Coleman and The Selvey Singers set an atmosphere of worship for the presence of God. The Message in the Music Crusade is partnering with AIDS Alabama and the Jefferson County Department of Health to provide onsite HIV/AIDS Testing, lecturers and STD Testing. The HIV/AIDS PANDEMIC has become the African Americans new SILENT KILLER. According to a recent article published by World HIV/AIDS, “The AIDS pandemic is the most devastating humanitarian disaster of our time, leaving a generation of children in jeopardy. AIDS has already orphaned 15 million children. In 2006 alone, it killed an estimated 380,000 children under the age of 15. AIDS destabilizes families and entire societies, leaving children without the care and support necessary to grow up, survive or thrive.”
For information or to register: http://www.justbereelgospel.com
Contact: jbreel@aol.com
Phone: (205) 529-2404
I would like to register a formal complaint against the sponsors/hostess (Ms. Bessie Bell) of Message In The Music New Artist Showcase held on March 30, 2007 at Cathedral of the Cross Church in Centerpoint, AL.
My son was one of the artists who performed on Friday night. He was so captivating and worshipful, and really brought the evening to a whole new spiritual dimension. To my dismay, at the time of his stage performance, only 4 judges were present instead of the allotted 5 judges. The 5th judge came into the sanctuary after my son’s performance and thereby did not have the privilege to vote points to my son. As a result, my son only received 4 scorecards from 4 judges instead of 5 scorecards from 5 judges ( which the first place winner had received), whereas, the contestants in the next second, third, etc. sets/segments had the advantage of receiving points from 5 judges. Ultimately, my son did not receive all of the possible points that he should have gotten.
I strongly believe that he would have won first place in the talent competition if the 5th judge had only heard his outstanding performance. My son’s name is Bernard Williams, II, and he is an awesome, anointed ambassador of the Lord. He therefore, should be afforded recording time in the studios as well as, the first place winner.
I think you owe him an apology for the failure on your part to allow him to be heard by all 5 judges. You should contact him as soon as possible. In the future, during your New Artist Showcase, ensure that all contestants have the benefit of points from all appointed judges.
Sincerely,
Delores D. Williams
Comment by Delores D. Williams — April 5, 2007 @ 1:46 pm |
Ms. Williams… we can not grant the apology because it is not “we” who put on the event. I’m sorry to hear about the situation, but you should contact the organization directly. This site only posts news stories about these type of events and does not typically communicate with the organizers. Perhaps they will see your comment and address your concerns directly. Thank you for your understanding of OUR position here on this website.
Comment by curtispalmer — April 5, 2007 @ 10:03 pm |