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A native of Houston Tx, former radio announcer of Praise 104.1 fm, known for the songs "The Battle is the Lords", "That Name", "Through the Storm", "My Liberty", and "I Got the Victory". 

Who is Yolanda Adams?

100

Praise Him, Praise Him, Praise Him, Praise Him

What is "Jesus blessed Savior, He's worthy to be praised"?

100

He was Known as the Father of Gospel Music who composed the song "Precious Lord, Take my Hand". 

Who was Thomas A. Dorsey?

100

He's a native of Portsmouth, VA, who attended Hampton University, and is the longest standing choir director in SJGC History. 

Who is Mr. Eugene Harper?

100
At every Black History Mass, the choir would travel to sing at this church in Dale City, VA. 

What is Holy Family Catholic Church?

200

A native of Durham, NC, is known as the Queen of Gospel Music, a former member of "The Caravans", and is known for the songs "He's Working it Out", "You're Next in Line for a Miracle", "Hold my Mule", and "Heaven". Recently, she was known for the hit "Beans, greens, potatoes, (You Name It)" from the millennial generation. 

Who is Pastor Shirley Ann Caesar?

200

God my Savior, God my healer

What is "God my deliverer, yes He is, yes He is?"

200

She was known as the Queen of Gospel Music, who sings the song "Soon I will be Done" and "Study War no More". She was also featured in the movie "An Imitation of Life".

Who was Mahalia Jackson?

200

He is known as the "son of the Gospel Choir" who sat in numerous choir rehearsals, assisting directors and train and directed the choir on special occasions. 

Who is Mr. Jeffrey Corry?

200

The Choir would sing at this Church annually for mass in Northeast DC typically on the last week of October. 

What is Church of the Incarnation?

300

Born in Atlanta GA, raised in Washington DC, attended Howard University, and was known for the songs "Center of my Joy", "I Love the Lord", and "Total Praise".

Who is Richard Smallwood?

300

He open doors for me

What is "doors that I just could not see"?

300

He was known as the King of Gospel Music, who wrote several songs to include "Can't Nobody Do me like Jesus", "Something Got a Hold on Me", "Jesus is the Best Thing", "Please Be Patient with Me", and "Lord Help me to Hold out". 

Who was James Cleveland?

300

A native of Wendell, NC, a graduate of Shenendoah University, and a Gospel composer and arranger for choirs in the DMV area. He served the choir during his tenure from 1989-1992.

Who is Dr. Jesse G. Williams Jr?

300

The Choir would travel down with the "pew choir" to sing in full concert during the summer, followed by a Sunday morning Mass.

What is St. Joseph Catholic Church in Raleigh, NC?

400

A native of Fort Worth, TX, he was the host of the show "Sunday Best", is known for several songs like "Why we Sing", "He's Able", "Silver and Gold", and "Love Theory".

Who is Kirk Franklin?

400

We are thankful for another chance to worship God

What is "We've come to praise His Holy name"?

400

Grammy award winning vocalist who merged gospel and secular sounds into his music. He was known for the English hymn turned Gospel contemporary song "Oh Happy Day" in 1969 and several other Gospel songs. 

Who was Edwin Hawkins?

400
A native of Chicago, IL served the choir in the 1980's where the choir continue to grow in number to praise God in song. He composed beautiful pieces for the choir as well as his own Gospel mass; shortly, he passed away in the 2000's. 
Who was Clarence Bowie?
400
Under the direction of Jesse Williams, the choir would sing in a concert at his hometown church. 

What is Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Wendell, NC?

500

DAILY DOUBLE!!!

A native of San Antonio, TX, was a member of the group "Commissioned", and was known for the songs "We're Blessed", "Danced like David Danced", "When you Praise", and "This is the Day".

Who is Fred Hammond?

500

No more crying, no more complaining

What is "I believe your word is true"?

500

He was the former choir director of Holy Comforter St. Cyprian Catholic Church Gospel Choir. He composed several music selections and hymns in the Lead Me Guide Me Hymnal, and is the very first  graduate of the Gospel Music Degree at the University of the District of Columbia. He currently is the director of music and arts at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Atlanta, GA. 

Who is Kenneth Louis?

500

DAILY DOUBLE!
She was the founding directress of the choir, followed her was the second choir director to carry the mantle of the Gospel Choir. 

Who is Miss. Barbara Alston and Mr. Samuel Wilkins?

500

The choir would sing at mass outside of the US on a cruise at the following countries. 

What is Barbados, and St. Lucia?

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