IUP VOICES OF JOY: There Is No Turning Back

IUP Voices Of Joy

There Is No Turning Back

© 2007 IUP Voices Of Joy (837101365239)

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Contemporary Gospel from an original college choir

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The Voices of Joy gospel choir was founded in October, 1988 in response to a desire among some students for a return to their spiritual "roots." Since that time, membership, which is open to all Indiana University of Pennsylvania - students, has consistently remained between forty and sixty persons. The only prerequisite for membership is a desire to sing gospel music.

The choir's repertoire includes all styles of gospel music ranging from traditional to contemporary. In addition, the group performs many original pieces written by the directors and various members.

Since its inception, the choir has traveled extensively, performing at educational, religious, and community functions.

Among these performances were the Indiana County Prayer Breakfast featuring then Pennsylvania Governor Robert Casey, opening performances for TAKE 6 and the New Jersey Mass Choir, and the Investitures for IUP Presidents Lawrence Pettit and Tony Atwater.

In 1990, the choir was recognized for outstanding service by the NAACP through its Distinguished Leader Award, and was also awarded at Pittsburgh's Festival of College Gospel Choirs. In addition, the Voices of Joy twice received honorable mention at the National Collegiate Gospel Choir Competition in New York City.

The Voices of Joy choir is under the direction of Rev. Dr. Melvin A. Jenkins, who also serves as a faculty member at IUP, and Rev. David T. Hanson, a community leader.

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  • Excellent
    author: Veronica

    I am so happy to be a part of this church while in college. WONDERFUL CD!!!! I am looking forward to more!

  • Very Uplifting Album. Cant get enough
    author: Brandon Williams

    I have been down because I may never sing with IUP Voices of Joy again. But "Morning by Morning, New Glories I See". Thank God for this album because I reminds me of the time I spent with Voices and now they will always be in my heart....and radio.

  • I can't praise enough
    author: Daniel Green

    HALLELUJAH GOD IS REAL, THIS IS A HAND CLAPPING FEET STOMPING PRAISE DANCING SONG,

  • Excellent Work
    author: NiaRadioNetwork

    Wow! Wonderful work!

  • For the good of them...
    author: Patrice

    who loves the Lord! God is able. Glad to know that the Voices of Joy has reach CD level. I agree with Sherri, while traveling with IUP Voices of Joy when it all started with Monette Dixion we knew God would do great things.

  • It's about time!!!
    author: Sherri

    I'm so excited to be able to pop their cd in my dashboard and praise God in my car while driving around Michigan. Voices of Joy has ministered to me over the years and all that I had was a poorly recorded cassette tape someone made from a boombox in the church service. Now I can enjoy them as if I am listening to them live. Thank you for finally recording your music, so those of us that moved away can still enjoy your "Voices of Joy". I can't wait until you record more cds hopefully in the near future.

  • Best Newcomers
    author: Ebony

    Songs are original and fresh. Nice variety. Touching and spiritual uplifting. Great first effort by this choir.

  • A well-put-together and anointed piece of work!!
    author: LB

    Original and creative, upbeat and uplifting, worshipful and inspiring!! Sure to minister to your soul!!

  • Excellent! Inspirational Lyrics! Artful Arrangements! Anointed!
    author: JR

    Excellent! Inspirational Lyrics! Artful Arrangements! Anointed! That pretty much sums it up.

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