Café of the Gate of Salvation is a non-denominational a cappella gospel choir based in Sydney. Formed by musical director Tony Backhouse they are named after a cafe in Istanbul. Their album A Window in Heaven was nominated for Best World Music Album.
The choir consists of men and women singing in four part harmonies (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) and has ranged in size from thirty to fifty members. Several founding members continue to perform with the choir.
Since the choir's formation Café of the Gate of Salvation has made a commitment to share gospel music's ability to contribute to social justice, spirituality, joy, respect and pride. Run as an artist collective the choir has performed at events and festivals across Australia and the US and performed on the soundtrack of the Australian film Sweetie.
Discography Albums Title Details Peak positions AUS The Café of the Gate of Salvation Released: 1992 Label: Cotgos (CD.001) Formats: CD — A Window in Heaven Released: April 1996 Label: Cotgos, Polygram (COTGCD2) Formats: CD —
Awards and nominations ARIA Music Awards The ARIA Music Awards is an annual awards ceremony that recognises excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of Australian music. They commenced in 1987.
! |- | 1996 | A Window in Heaven | Best World Music Album | |ARIA Award previous winners.
References
External links Cafe of the Gate of Salvation