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Choirmaster

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Choirmaster is a 2020 gospel album by Ricky Dillard and New G. It centers on the mass-choir sound associated with Dillard's career, combining lead vocalists, tightly arranged ensemble singing, call-and-response passages, and church-oriented lyrics. The album includes "Release," featuring Tiff Joy, and is intended for listeners of contemporary gospel as well as choir directors and church ensembles interested in modern arrangements rooted in African American worship traditions.

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Who released the gospel album 'Choirmaster'?

"Choirmaster" is a 2020 gospel album released by Ricky Dillard and his acclaimed choir, New G. Dillard is famous for his decades-long career pioneering the modern mass-choir sound in gospel music.

What is the musical style of Ricky Dillard's 'Choirmaster'?

The album leans heavily into the traditional mass-choir sound, featuring tightly arranged ensemble singing and dynamic call-and-response passages. It blends lead vocalists with church-oriented lyrics set to both contemporary and classic gospel musical tracks.

What are some standout tracks on the 'Choirmaster' album?

The album features the energetic hit single "Release," which became highly popular on gospel radio. The project is specifically designed to recreate the foot-stomping, high-energy experience of a live church service.

Did Ricky Dillard's 'Choirmaster' win a Grammy Award?

"Choirmaster" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Gospel Album. While it faced stiff competition from other major releases that year, the nomination cemented Dillard's continued relevance in modern gospel music.

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