Feel the energy and passion of authentic American gospel live on stage at Fernán Gómez. 🎶✨

The Black Heritage Choir, a handpicked selection of vocalists from the Mississippi Mass Choir directed by Mr. Jerry Calvin Smith, presents their concert The Soul of Gospel.

🎶 The Soul of Gospel

📅 December 3 to 6, 2026

🕐 December 3 & 4 at 20:00; December 5 & 6 at 17:30 and 20:00

📍 Fernán Gómez Centro Cultural de la Villa, Madrid

🎟️ General admission: €39

📖 A journey through gospel heritage

In The Soul of Gospel, the ensemble pays tribute to the rich evolution of the genre, spanning from plantation origins to modern urban sounds. Artistically, it presents the paradox of a choir of soloists, where each performer takes center stage without compromising the ensemble's harmonious collective power.

The concert reveals how gospel rhythm and spirit underpin contemporary popular music, showcasing its historic dialogue with jazz, blues, country, and hip hop through musical sophistication and genuine emotional expression.

🎶 About The Black Heritage Choir

Led by music director Jerry Calvin Smith, the group brings together exceptional singers rooted in the legacy of the Mississippi Mass Choir and traditional church communities, the very cradle of international musical legends.

ℹ️ Good to know: Recommended for families and seniors.

✨ An uplifting celebration of spiritual music and vibrant harmonies in the heart of Madrid.