Saved events

London Symphony Orchestra/ André J Thomas: Gospel Explosion

,Hall
André J Thomas conducting at the Barbican.

Experience the power of American gospel music, combined with the symphonic sound of the LSO and a chorus of over 250 voices from across the London community, curated and conducted by André J Thomas.

The Programme

Hear enlivening music by some of the most impactful gospel artists writing and performing in the US today alongside ‘spiritual settings that express an explosion of joy’. Plus landmark gospel anthems from the 20th century and a short set from Soul Sanctuary Gospel Choir performing gospel songs ranging from the traditional to the contemporary.

Thomas brings a growing trend in the US over to the UK – taking iconic gospel music written for choirs and smaller groups, and putting them in a fresh, bold symphonic envelope.

The Performers

Thomas is a expert in American gospel music. He is joined by some friends from his previous LSO concerts: Lurine Cato, NaGuanda Nobles, Christian Mark Gibbs and Brandon Boyd. Plus the Soul Sanctuary Gospel Choir and over 250 singers from across London in the London Symphony Chorus and Community Voices.

Tagged with: Classical music London Symphony Orchestra Sep 23–Jun 24 Multibuy London Symphony Orchestra

This performance will end at approximately 9.20pm, including a 20-minute interval.

Produced by the London Symphony Orchestra

Programme

  • Traditional arr Thomas   Shout for Joy!
  • Alma Bazel Androzzo   If I Can Help Somebody
  • Florence B Price   Praise the Lord
  • Traditional arr André J Thomas   Band of Angels
  • Robert Ray   Gospel Mass
  • Traditional arr Various   Ride On, King Jesus
  • Peter Yarde Martin   Nunc Dimittis
  • Andrew Bergthold   Holy Water
  • Judith McAllister   Hallelujah, You’re Worthy to be Praise
  • Glenn Burleigh   Order My Steps
  • Donald Lawrence   The Best is Yet to Come
  • Donald Lawrence   Encourage Yourself
  • Ricky Dillard   God is Great
  • Albert Brumley   I’ll Fly Away

Performers

  • London Symphony Orchestra  
  • André J Thomas   conductor
  • Lurine Cato   singer
  • Christian Mark Gibbs   singer
  • NaGuanda Nobles   singer
  • Brandon A Boyd   piano
  • David Lawrence   chorus director
  • London Symphony Chorus  
  • LSO Community Voices  
  • Soul Sanctuary Gospel Choir  

Hall

Location
The Barbican Hall is located within the main Barbican building. Head to Level G and follow the signs to find your seating level. 

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
​​​​​​​The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.