The team at the Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards, led by the passionate Pastor Larry Davies, has announced the schedule and venue for the forthcoming 24th edition of the annual event.
The ballot award ceremony will hold at Houston Hobby Marriott Hotel from February 24-27, 2022, featuring fun and exciting activities, including performances from some of the most talented artists across the nation.
Gospel music has evolved over the years, since the days of Mary and Mary and Kirk Franklin, with thousands of gifted acts using their musical talent to spread the message of Christ. Independent artists have contributed immensely to the growth of the industry, making up a sizeable part of the market.
Unfortunately, there are not enough platforms for such acts to show their craft and get appreciated. The case is not particularly different in the United States, which is where the Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards, as put together by Pastor Larry, is looking to make a difference.
Proceedings for the 24th edition of the awards started in July 2021 with nominations, followed by voting that began in late October. Each year, artists in designated categories are recognized as the best for that year and awarded the top honor. The 2022 edition of TGMEA will feature 17 categories for Texas, 23 categories for the United States and 7 categories on the International scene. The top 5 in each category will be announced during the week of December 19, 2021, with the winners to be unveiled at the award show in February.
The award show weekend will begin on Thursday, February 24 with an afternoon opening ceremony and evening event to pay a tribute to quartet music and the legends of the industry. Other activities for the event include a Morning Glory program and Power2Praise Educational Sessions to focus on the Business of the Music Industry, Artist Health and Wellness, Praise and Worship, Praise Dance and Mime Ministry, Ministers of Music & Pastor Coordination, and Women of Excellence. There will also be a Media Luncheon to include a new artist showcase as well as the Founder’s Luncheon.
Winners will be announced at the award show on Friday night and Saturday evening, with Red Carpet from 4 to 5:30 pm and an after-party Gospel concert to follow, featuring power-packed performances by an organization out of Florida. The final event is ChoirMania, to hold at one of the churches in Houston to be determined, with choirs from across the country participating in this celebration.
For more information about the Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards and to be a part of the initiative as a local or international sponsor as we as to provide media coverage, visit – www.tgmea.org.