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Kwekwe based gospel group Zvirevo Zvedenga Choir came first at a contested 16 choir at a just ended Ginde Gospel Festival which was held over the weekend.
Sixteen teams from various church denominations participated resulting in the winner scooping a recording deal with a cash prize.
Clive Mono Mukundu was the guest honour.
Director and founder of Ginde Festival Farai Madzvimbo revealed that festival was also a platform where Christians can find comfort and non-believers can also see the goodness of the lord through music.
“Participated choirs showcased their skills and at the same time praising God. This is also where Christians demonstrate the truthfulness of the Lord whilst also non-believers can also notice and enjoying the music.
“16 choirs from various church denominations participated and Zvirevo Zvedenga choir from Kwekwe excelled in the competition.
“They also got a recording deal for them and we gave them a cash prize.”
He added;
“We promise that this festival is going to be an annual event, as we are now working with various churches and promoters.”
Zvirevo Zvedenga Choir, spokesperson said the achievement came as a surprise.
“We were practicing very hard and l am glad that our group is also a symbol of unity as it is formed by various members from different church denominations.”
Renowned musical producer Clive Mono Mukundi who was among the judges, praised the participants for showcasing unique talents.
“I am happy to see the commitment that was being demonstrated by those who participated.
“I was impressed by the originality, and there is talent that is needed to nurture as we noticed young kids taking part in this competition.
“There was originality and the music is exportable and a source of tourist attractions,” he said.
The festival is a national competition open to upcoming gospel musical groups that use traditional instruments, Accapela Singers and Chipostori Music.
The event which organised by Farai TV also saw gospel group Vabati Vevhangeri’s attendance.
Tsuridzaise from Harare came second while Sustained Voices Choir (SVC) from Harare was third.
Mathew Masinge
Online Reporter