Gospel Canarias Fest celebrates its 20th edition in 2025, firmly established as one of the leading gospel festivals in Spain and one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year in the Canary Islands.
Over the past two decades, the festival has brought the power and spirit of gospel music to thousands of people across the islands of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma, Lanzarote, La Gomera, and Fuerteventura. Its programming combines concerts, workshops, educational activities, and shared experiences that use music as a vehicle for emotion, community, and celebration.
Throughout its history, the festival has hosted some of the most iconic gospel groups from the United States—the true birthplace of the genre—such as Chicago Mass Choir, Mississippi Mass Choir, Harlem Gospel Choir, South Carolina Gospel Singers, and Soweto Gospel Choir. It has also welcomed recurring artists who have left a lasting impact, including Brigitte Emaga, Naturally, Gospel Shine Voices, and Latonius.
Now in its 20th edition, the festival returns with renewed energy and a fresh lineup that will once again bring world-class gospel to some of the most emblematic stages of the archipelago. As always, it will feature a blend of international talent and local voices, maintaining the open, inclusive, and deeply emotional spirit that has defined Gospel Canarias Fest since its inception.
The Canary Islands Gospel School (EGC), founded in 2017 by the musician Ezequiel Barrios, began its journey on the island of Lanzarote. Shortly after, it was decided to start a second group on the island of Tenerife and, the following year, the group was created on the island of La Palma…
The origin of the BMMA dates back to 1985, when the City Council wanted to promote musical training within the area of Culture. In 1988, it gave its first performance with a Christmas Concert and since then it has participated in…
The Charleston Gospel Choir celebrates twenty-five years of excellence as one of the most prominent contemporary gospel ensembles in the southeastern United States. Its repertoire
With over sixteen years of experience, Volney Morgan & New-Ye have established themselves as one of the most innovative and renowned formations in contemporary British
Singer, songwriter, and music producer, Gwen Thomas is one of the most versatile and distinguished voices in contemporary European gospel. Born into an environment deeply
A standout choir from the American South, the South Carolina Gospel Choir delivers vibrant gospel rooted in tradition with an international reach. Led by Reverend Michael Brown, it brings together some of Charleston’s finest voices in a powerful and deeply emotional format.
Sergio “DiEbony” Cebrián is a passionate musician with an overflowing energy that inspires everyone around him. Decades of study and development have allowed him to
Charlie Moreno is a bassist, composer, producer, and clinician born in Gran Canaria, who has been based on the Spanish mainland—between Madrid and Barcelona—for almost
Leonard Burks is not just a name – he’s living history. He has shared the stage and worked with legends such as Thomas A. Dorsey
In love with singing since childhood, she has been working professionally in music since 2009 as a vocal coach, choir director, soloist, and backing vocalist,
Rubee is an experienced, charismatic session singer and choir director who always delivers a professional and passionate performance whether on stage or in the recording
The Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo in La Laguna came alive with the talent of Little Gospel Choir and Canarias Teen Gospel Choir. An emotional evening where music and the Christmas spirit created an unforgettable atmosphere.
A magical night at the Auditorio Infanta Leonor in Los Cristianos. Brigitte Emaga, the Canarias Gospel Choir, and the Banda de Música de Arona (BMMA) thrilled the audience with an unforgettable performance. Thanks to everyone who made this unique experience possible and to those who shared it with us.
On November 29th, music brought magic to Playa San Juan with a spectacular concert. Chipper, with his powerful voice and electrifying energy, thrilled the audience with every performance, while Sergio Cebrián added his unique talent, creating an atmosphere full of emotion at the Playa San Juan Cultural Center. Thank you to everyone who was part of this unforgettable night.
Three unforgettable nights with the South Carolina Gospel Singers at Teatro Leal. From December 5th to 7th, the iconic group captivated the audience with their energy and passion in three sold-out performances. A gospel celebration that left a lasting impression on everyone present.
The Mississippi Mass Choir thrilled the audience at the Auditorio Alfredo Kraus with their ‘The Gospel Legend Tour’. An unforgettable night of traditional gospel, marked by their energy and talent, in a Christmas 2024 filled with emotion and spirituality.
Santa Cruz resonated with the power of gospel in an unforgettable concert at Plaza de la Candelaria. The PowerHouse Gospel Choir, together with the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Music Band, moved an enthusiastic audience in a magical night where music filled every corner of the city.
Known as a trilingual (French, Spanish and English) presenter, voice-over and vocalist, Za-Za has been able to experience a wealth of opportunities on stage…
Singer, songwriter, and music producer, Gwen Thomas is one of the most versatile and distinguished voices in contemporary European gospel. Born into an environment deeply
The Charleston Gospel Choir celebrates twenty-five years of excellence as one of the most prominent contemporary gospel ensembles in the southeastern United States. Its repertoire
Clarence Bekker, born in Surinam but of Dutch nationality, has taken his career down many paths: he was the youngest member of the successful Swinging Soul Machine, of the world music collective 08001…
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La Banda Municipal de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, nace el 25 de junio de 1902, tras más de un siglo han participado junto con la Banda, solistas como Benito Cabrera, Kepa Junkera, Víctor Batista, Ernesto Chuliá y Javier Laso. Se han realizado conciertos bajo la Dirección de Maestros Invitados como: Armando Blanquer, Jan Van der Roost, Johan de Meij y Franco Cesarini…
Brigitte EMAGA is a singer and songwriter born in the city of Barcelona, who began singing at a very early age, absorbing different musical styles such as soul, funk, R&B and African music. She began her professional career as one of the members of the legendary group The Supremes, where she was for five years.musicales como soul, funk, R&B
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Naturally is a group from Tenerife, Canary Islands and one of the leaders of the so-called «black music» created by musician Ezequiel Barrios in 2017. With a strong influence on the roots of Afro-American music, they present a show full of soul, R&B, funk, and artists as significant as Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Kirk Franklin, Prince, among others.
Joshua Nelson, por su contexto cultural y religioso, ha sido el pionero de la denominada KOSHER-GOSPEL MUSIC. Género Hebreo/Judío con toques de Soul.
The ensemble was founded in 1988 by James C. Chambers, who was also the founder of the Ecclesiastes Community Choir. Their debut album was released in 1991…
Génesis de Jesús, of Dominican descent, was born and raised in Madrid. He started singing at an early age, since music has always been very present in his home and several relatives were musicians, in addition to having grown up and having had his first performances in the evangelical church…
The origin of the BMMA dates back to 1985, when the City Council wanted to promote musical training within the area of Culture. In 1988, it gave its first performance with a Christmas Concert and since then it has participated in…
In love with singing since childhood, she has been working professionally in music since 2009 as a vocal coach, choir director, soloist, and backing vocalist,
Sergio “DiEbony” Cebrián is a passionate musician with an overflowing energy that inspires everyone around him. Decades of study and development have allowed him to
Leonard Burks is not just a name – he’s living history. He has shared the stage and worked with legends such as Thomas A. Dorsey
Many of our singers honed their skills as choir singers and soloists whilst in The London Community Gospel Choir, and have since gone on to work as backing vocalists and vocal technicians with some of the world’s biggest artists such as Quincy Jones, Dave Gahan, Pharrell Williams, Blur, Sam Smith and Classical Brit Award Winner Tokio Myers to name a few…