Gospel Music Workshop of America

JJ Hairston & YP Mark 20th Year of God-Praising Albums

Contemporary gospel group releases new single, “Miracle Worker” After two decades of singing contemporary gospel, JJ Hairston and Youthful Praise still delight in lifting God’s name. They have charted several award-winning tracks over the years, yet the group continues to release more songs about the Lord. Their latest single, “Miracle Worker,” is dominating the airwaves and Hairston hopes listeners will be encouraged by its message. “We’re excited about “Miracle Worker” and believe the song is uplifting,” said Hairston, who spoke with the L.A. Sentinel while in Los Angeles for the Gospel Music Workshop of America’s annual board meeting on March

Legendary Musician Rodena Preston Williams Passes

Rodena Preston Williams, who passed on Sept. 15 in Los Angeles, was heralded across the nation as an amazing pianist, director and arranger. She worked with many gospel greats throughout her career. (Family photo) The gospel music community lost a legendary giant with the passing of Dr. Rodena Preston Williams of Sept. 15 in Los Angeles. Known throughout the industry as an exceptional pianist, director and arranger, Williams was a child prodigy who grew up to work closely with the late Rev. James Cleveland and many other gospel greats. She also organized the award-winning Voices of Deliverance that released five

Legendary Musician Rodena Preston Passes Away

The gospel music community lost a legendary giant with the passing of Dr. Rodena Preston Williams on Sept. 15 in Los Angeles. Known throughout the industry as an exceptional pianist, director and arranger, Williams was child prodigy who grew up to work closely with the late Rev. James Cleveland and many other gospel greats. She also organized the award-winning Voices of Deliverance that released five albums in the 1970s. A gospel musical celebrating her life is planned for Thursday, Sept. 28, at 7 p.m., and her homegoing service is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 29, at 11 a.m. The location of