89th Tennessee State Gospel Singing Convention

After more than 20 years, the TN State Convention is returning to the Tri-City area! Please join us for two days of congregational singing!

By Ryan Mix

Date and time

September 6 · 7pm - September 7 · 3:30pm EDT

Location

First Free Will Baptist Church of Morrison City

211 West Carters Valley Road Kingsport, TN 37665

Agenda

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Registration

At this time, attendees will receive their nametags from the registration desk, as well as collect songbooks and a program booklet.

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Friday Evening Session

Here, the congregation will sing a variety of hymns and Gospel songs. Each song will be directed by a different group (e.g., songbook publisher, singing school, county convention, another state, etc....

9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Refreshments

Food and snacks will be provided following the conclusion of the evening session.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Saturday Morning Registration

The Saturday singing is open to any newcomer! They will follow the same registration process.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Saturday Morning Session

Congregational singing will continue, alongside special groups and choirs.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

Join us for dinner on the grounds and warm fellowship! A variety of food options will be available.

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Saturday Afternoon Session

The convention will continue with another session of congregational singing. This final session will tentatively end at 3:30 PM.

About this event

  • 20 hours 30 minutes

Frequently asked questions

What is a Gospel singing convention?

A singing convention is a longstanding practice of singers gathering together from all kinds of backgrounds, denominations, and locations to sing the latest or old Gospel hymns. Additionally, it is a prime means for Christians to fellowship with each other!

Is there an admission fee?

No! The Convention has and will always be a free, open function for the local community. Any funds collected during the sessions will only come from offerings.

What songbooks are used at the convention?

Our choice songbooks are from Gospel music companies that annually publish songs from modern Gospel songwriters. Examples of some current music companies are Jeffress/Phillips Music Co., Cumberland Valley Music Co., Byrdhouse Music Co., Leoma Music Co., and 7-Shape Music Co.

What is the style of these Gospel songs?

The musical style of the songs sung at conventions vary, but many of them are related to the classic rag-time, Southern Gospel style. Other songs are more endemic to the sacred style of church music. Overall, the music is rather diverse in form, theme, and style.

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Ryan Mix