International Stage Productions Presents:

The Sue Conway Victory Singers of Chicago

La Scala Theater March 23, 1999

 

Christmass Gospel Jubilee

 

 
Much of the best musical talent in Chicago - gospel capital of the world - stands in the ranks of The Sue Conway Victory Singers. Formed in 1988, the group quickly made its name in the United States and Europe. In Europe the group has performed more than 200 concerts. In March of 1999 The Sue Conway Victory Singers became the first gospel group, ever, to perform at the world renowned LA SCALA Theater in Milan!
Sue Conway, founder and artistic director of the group is considered the Grande Dame of Chicago music and sings everything from gospel to rock. Her rich and powerful alto voice has allowed her to perform extensively in theaters, churches, clubs, musicals and recording studios where she has worked with some of the greatest performers of our time, including Roberta Flack, Stevie Wonder, Patty LaBelle, Natalie Cole, Jerry "Ice Man" Butler, and Donny Hathaway. She has won the prestigious "Joseph Jefferson Award"  for her interpretation of Bessie Smith and has performed on numerous radio and television programs in Europe and the United States. The Chicago Tribune’s,  Sid Smith reviewed her performance -  "A terrific singer, with a smoking low register and a piercing high one, Conway is delightful.  …..  whenever Conway sings there’s magic.".
Unlike groups which perform only one of the many styles of gospel music, The Sue Conway Victory Singers perform them all. This versatility makes them unique. Each member works not only within the group to create a special blend of gospel, pop, R&B, jazz, blues and classics but also performs as a solo artist. Their extensive repertoire ranges-from the rhythmic hand clapping beat of gospel songs like "Oh Happy Day", Holly Ghost Power" and "This Is The Day The Lord Hath Made" to traditional spirituals such as "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot", "Soon Ah Will Be Done" and "Amazing Grace".
The Sue Conway Victory Singers have performed in many of Europe’s best churches and venues - including, The La Scala Theater (Milan), The Carlo Felice (Genoa), The Teatro Ponchielli (Cremona), The Philharmonic Hall & The Prinzregenten Theater (Munich) and The Tonhalle (Dusseldorf). Also the group has been featured on television in the United States and in Europe: i.e. American PBS Public Television Special - "Coming Home To Gospel" starring Patty LaBelle & Albertina Walker, Italian RAI 1 variety show - "Fantastico" (many times), German WDR Television Special - "Stern Stunden Live".
Other group members are all acclaimed artists in their own right many having their own gospel, jazz or blues groups and releasing CD’s on a regular basis. They have performed with artists such as Angela Bofill, The Temptations, The Mighty Clouds of Joy, Nell Carter, Dick Gregory, Willie Dixon and Edwin Jay Hawkins (The Father of Modern Gospel Music) to name just a few.
In particular, Feliscia Coleman-Evans, coloratura soprano, captivates every audience with her incredible range and religious passion. She was the star of the widely acclamed "Sing Mahalia Sing!", has performed before the president of the United States and appears frequently as a featured soloist in gosple concerts nationally and internationally. She made her Carnegie all debute in 1987, appearing as the featured soloist in a tribute to Leontyne Price.
The Sue Conway Victory Singers will tour Europe in: November & December 2000. More detailed information is available on request.
From churches to theaters and popular events, the The Sue Conway Victory Singers move audiences to tears and receive standing ovations in appreciation for their renditions of Negro Spirituals and contemporary gospel.
ELEMENTS:
  • Seven [7] Singers
  • Four [3-4] Musicians (piano, electric keyboard, guitar, bass, & drums)
PERFORMANCE TIME:
  • Minimum One Hour and Fifteen Minutes.
REPERTOIRE/PROGRAMME:
  • The group performs a wide variety of gospel styles including:  
  • traditional Negro Spirituals and choral music;  - contemporary gospel, such as "Precious Lord, Take My Hand" and "When the Saints Come Marching In";  
  • modern uptempo gospel, such as "Steppin' Into the Light", and "This is the Day That the Lord Hath Made".  
  • Each performance provides an audience with a balance of group acapella, individual solo, and high energy up-tempo group numbers with band.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • a good quality PA System;
  • 10 Microphones;
  • 3 Amplifiers (guitar, bass & Keyboard);
  • 4 Stage monitors;
  • full drumkit with cymbals;
  • grand or baby grand piano tuned to A440;
  • adequate lighting for the venue.
To book our artists or learn more about their tours and availability, contact:

International Stage Productions, Inc.
P.O. Box 8001, McLean, Virginia, 22106-8001, USA.

Contact: Juan R. Yriart

Telephone & Fax: USA  +1 (703) 995 4546
Telephone & Fax: Europe  +33 (1) 53 01 38 53 (new service e-linked to our US office)

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