The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir

The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir is not a composer, but rather one of the most celebrated gospel choirs in the world, known for their powerful vocal performances and spiritual authenticity. Formed in 1973 under the direction of Carol Cymbala, the choir has become synonymous with contemporary gospel music, blending traditional hymns, spirituals, and modern compositions into performances of extraordinary emotional depth.

Based at the Brooklyn Tabernacle, a Pentecostal church in downtown Brooklyn, the choir has released numerous Grammy Award-winning albums and performed at venues ranging from Carnegie Hall to the Kennedy Center. Their repertoire includes arrangements by Carol Cymbala and other composers, though the choir itself functions primarily as an interpreter and performer rather than a composer collective. Their influence on gospel music and choral performance has been profound, inspiring countless ensembles and listeners worldwide.