GMA Canada
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GMA Canada is the Gospel Music
Association of Canada (formerly known as the CGMA). Created in 1974, the organization is a not for profit association whose mission is to promote the growth and ministry of Christian music
arts in Canada
. GMA Canada works to raise the profile and interaction of Christian artists, songwriters, producers, promoters and others working in Christian music with media, retailers, distributors and church leadership.
The organization is committed to nurturing and developing its members through educational programs as well as celebrating outstanding achievements and standards of excellence in all areas and genres of Canadian Gospel music. It is the presenter of the annual Covenant Awards
, Canada’s national awards for the Canadian gospel music industry. The 2012 awards are scheduled to be presented in October as part of GMA Canada Week. Awards will be handed out in over 50 categories, including the GMA Canada Lifetime Achievement Award
. In the spring of 2008, it released a 30th Anniversary three-CD compilation featuring a history of Canadian Christian music.
The business of the association is conducted by a Board of Directors drawn from its membership, and a volunteer advisory counsel. The current Board Of Directors includes: Andrew Horrocks, Gordie Cochran, Kevin Pauls (Finances), Maryn Edwards (Secretary), Greg Strom (Vice President), Blake Paul and Martin E. Smith (President). GMA Canada is associated with the Gospel Music Association
in the United States.
Gospel music
Gospel music is music that is written to express either personal, spiritual or a communal belief regarding Christian life, as well as to give a Christian alternative to mainstream secular music....
Association of Canada (formerly known as the CGMA). Created in 1974, the organization is a not for profit association whose mission is to promote the growth and ministry of Christian music
Christian music
Christian music is music that has been written to express either personal or a communal belief regarding Christian life and faith. Common themes of Christian music include praise, worship, penitence, and lament, and its forms vary widely across the world....
arts in Canada
Canada
Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean...
. GMA Canada works to raise the profile and interaction of Christian artists, songwriters, producers, promoters and others working in Christian music with media, retailers, distributors and church leadership.
The organization is committed to nurturing and developing its members through educational programs as well as celebrating outstanding achievements and standards of excellence in all areas and genres of Canadian Gospel music. It is the presenter of the annual Covenant Awards
Covenant Awards
The Covenant Awards are handed out annually by GMA Canada, the Gospel Music Association of Canada . Created in 1974, the association is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the growth and ministry of Christian music arts in Canada...
, Canada’s national awards for the Canadian gospel music industry. The 2012 awards are scheduled to be presented in October as part of GMA Canada Week. Awards will be handed out in over 50 categories, including the GMA Canada Lifetime Achievement Award
GMA Canada Lifetime Achievement Award
The GMA Canada Lifetime Achievement Award is handed out annually by GMA Canada . This annual award recognizes the achievements of artists and industry experts who have made the greatest contribution to further the Canadian Christian music scene. It is presented during GMA Canada Week, during which...
. In the spring of 2008, it released a 30th Anniversary three-CD compilation featuring a history of Canadian Christian music.
The business of the association is conducted by a Board of Directors drawn from its membership, and a volunteer advisory counsel. The current Board Of Directors includes: Andrew Horrocks, Gordie Cochran, Kevin Pauls (Finances), Maryn Edwards (Secretary), Greg Strom (Vice President), Blake Paul and Martin E. Smith (President). GMA Canada is associated with the Gospel Music Association
Gospel Music Association
The Gospel Music Association was founded in 1964 for the purpose of supporting and promoting the development of all forms of Gospel music. There are currently about 4,000 members worldwide...
in the United States.
GMA Canada Covenant Hits Compilations
- 27th Annual Covenant Hits27th Annual Covenant Hits27th Annual Covenant Hits is a collection of songs performed by nominees and winners from the 27th Annual Covenant Awards in the year 2005. The Covenant Awards are presented annually by the Canadian Gospel Music Association...
(CMC, 2006) - 28th Annual Covenant Hits28th Annual Covenant Hits28th Annual Covenant Hits is a collection of songs performed by the 2006 nominees and winners from the 28th Annual Covenant Awards. The Covenant Awards are presented annually by the Canadian Gospel Music Association.- Track listing :...
(CMC, 2007) - GMA Canada presents 30th Anniversary CollectionGMA Canada presents 30th Anniversary CollectionGMA Canada presents 30th Anniversary Collection is a three-CD collection commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Gospel Music Association of Canada. It showcases the history of Christian music in Canada...
(CMC, 2008)
See also
- Music of CanadaMusic of CanadaThe music of Canada has influences that have shaped the country. Aboriginals, the British, and the French have all made unique contributions to the musical heritage of Canada. The music has subsequently been heavily influenced by American culture because of its proximity and migration between...
- Covenant AwardsCovenant AwardsThe Covenant Awards are handed out annually by GMA Canada, the Gospel Music Association of Canada . Created in 1974, the association is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the growth and ministry of Christian music arts in Canada...
(list of award winners)