'The Tabernacles' : Hyderabad's 55YO Gospel singing group returns to revive Christmas glory
A Gospel singing group, `The Tabernacles' was formed on December 2, 1967, by a group of nine boys and seven girls who were fond of western classical music.
By Newsmeter Network Published on 21 Dec 2022 1:30 AM GMT
Hyderabad: For the unversed, `The Tabernacles' is back to put smiles on people's faces this Christmas. A Gospel singing group, `The Tabernacles' was formed on December 2, 1967, by a group of nine boys and seven girls who were fond of western classical music.
Founder Director late Kenneth V. Gibson formed `The Tabernacles' with the motto `Service through Singing '. Presently his son Zubin Gibson, a talented young musician is heading the group. An HR specialist in a leading software organization in Hyderabad, Gibson has earned a name for successfully conducting the group.
Over the years, this group has been presenting Gospel music and Christmas cantata every year. The Inter-denominational Choir members consisting of both men and women from various churches assemble to practice during the year for their annual performance.
This year the 55th Christmas Concert titled `Break forth into Joy' was held in various parts of the city during this month.
More than 50 members Choir consisting of four parts of singing -- Saprono, Alto, Tenor & Bass- form the core group apart from the pianist and other string instruments who give the music support.
This group has been responsible for nurturing n imbibing the quality of singing with dedicated singers who love to continue their passion for western classical hymns and carols of Beethoven, Mozart, Hayden, and other contemporary composers.
Zubin Gibson has taken up the mantle to keep Western Classical Music alive n infuse the spirit of unity by bringing together the lovers of Christian Music in the city.
The group has been at the forefront of helping various charity organizations. Every year the proceeds of the concert are donated to a noble cause like the visually impaired, cancer patients, etc.
The group has also embarked on a journey to perform overseas. Tabernacles bring back memories of yesteryears when Late Kenneth V. Gibson toiled hard to bring in the highest standard of quality singing with a dedicated team of singers.
Author : Fedrick Richard Michael - Former Senior PRO, South Central Railways
