The world famous Harlem Gospel Choir is America's premier gospel choir and has traveled the globe for 25 years, sharing its joy of faith and raising funds for children's charities. The Choir was founded in 1986 by Allen Bailey, who was inspired to form the Choir while attending a celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Cotton Club in Harlem. The Choir presents the finest singers and musicians from Harlem's Black Churches & the New York/Tri-State area.
The Harlem Gospel Choir has shared its message of love and inspiration with hundreds of thousands of people around the world. Through its dynamic performances the Choir strives to create a better understanding of the African American culture and the inspirational music called gospel as it relates to the black church. The theme of every performance is "bringing people and nations together and giving something back."