While it has always been more popular to want to be a lead singer, being a bgv is no insult!  In fact, some bgvs often out sing the artists they’re supporting.  In some instances, being a bgv can also be the gateway to stardom.  Nicole Turner has experienced the life of a BGV first-hand.  For 7 years, she was a member of an all-female group, N’ Tegri-T (Integrity) who shared the stage with the likes of Kim Burrell, Isaac Caree and Monica.  She is now presenting her first BGV Seminar in Chicago.

Nicole gave us a few words sharing her goal for her coming event:

“It is our goal that every participant walk away empowered & equipped to be stronger bgvs than how they started.  In addition, we want them to be inspired to fulfill their God-given destiny.  It is my hope that, at the conclusion of the seminar, you will be inspired to apply what you’ve learned to be the best bgv that you can be.” 

This seminar is for all bgvs, aspiring and professional, who want to sharpen their skills, network with like-minded individuals and learn more about the music industry.  Lead vocalists are also welcomed to come as the seminar will help them cultivate an ear that will enable them to blend in harmony with other singers.

While all of the facilitators are seasoned professional bgvs who tour or have toured wiith major Gospel & R&B artists, some have also become entrepreneurs.  They are all coming together to lend their time and wisdom gained from years of experience with all attendees!

In addition to gaining knowledge about being a bgv, this will also be an opportunity to network with others in this field.

*Concluding the seminar there will be a panel discussion/ Q&A session where all of your questions concerning being a bgv will be addressed.

Listen to her full “In Studio” interview here:

[Article updated to include full ‘on-air’ interview]

View the instructors below:

Donald Lawerence – Songwriter, Record Producer, Recording Artist, and more will be a special guest panelist at the 2016 BGV Seminar!

Faith Howard – Carrying a Bachelor’s in music, Chicago’s own Vocal Coach, Faith Howard will discuss how to properly take care of our instrument in “Vocal Health”.

Jazmin Crumley – Hailing from ATL, this Vocal Coach, and owner of “ The Outlet of Vocal Expression” will lend her expertise as she explores the “Art of Blending”. 

Rachel James – Coming to us from ATL, Vocal Producer & CEO of “Bridge, Hooks & Stuff Ent.” has provided bgvs at  BET Honors, and more.  She will challenge us in “BGV 101/ So You Think You Can Sing Background”

Asalena Elliot – ISA is a professional singer, published songwriter, coach and consultant who has worked with several household names in the music industry’s R&B and Gospel world. She sang background for Avant for 10 years and contributed her vocals to various industry front liners which afforded her the privilege of traveling all over the world. To her credit, ISA has written for artists such as gospel Duo Mary Mary (Survive, 2011), Avant and has been awarded by ASCAP for penning Tyreese Gibson’s single “Stay” which topped the music charts for eleven (11) weeks. Wanting to share her vast knowledge of the music industry, ISA launched her company, The ALE Brand, in 2013 where she offers coaching and consulting services to vocalists and music professionals alike. With 20+ years (and counting) of professional experience in the music industry, ISA hopes to inspire a whole new generation of dreamers and destiny chasers.

DANTE HALL – Dante has worked with the likes of R. Kelly, Bebe and Cece Winans, Donald Lawrence, Yolanda Adams, Michael McDonald and Dave Hollister. Having recently ventured into solo artistry, DANTE released his debut single “What About Love”, a brilliant cover of a Johnny Taylor’s classic.

EVENT DETAILS:

Date – October 29th
Time – 8:00 am – 4:00pm
Location – New Covenant M.B. Church 754 E. 77th St. Chicago, IL 60619
Cost – $50 (Pre-Registration Cost) / $75 (General Admission)
Purchase Tickets – www.BrownPaperTickets.com/event/2600289