Patrick Henry Hughes to Make Special Appearance at NQC 2008

The National Quartet Convention has announced the special guest appearance of Patrick Henry Hughes at the 2008 National Quartet Convention. The event is set to take place during the week of September 8 through 13 at the Kentucky Fair & Expo Center in Louisville, KY. >>view complete story

Bill Gaither, Gaither Vocal Band & Signature Sound Added To 2008 NQC Talent Line-Up

The National Quartet Convention has announced that legendary singer/songwriter, Bill Gaither, and his popular quartet, The Gaither Vocal Band, will be among the many multi-talented recording artists scheduled to appear during the 2008 National Quartet Convention. >>view complete story

Singing News Fan Awards Move To Saturday Night!

The Singing News Magazine and the National Quartet Convention are delighted to announce that the 2008 Singing News Fan Awards will be presented Saturday evening, September 13, 2008. >>view complete story

Legendary Quartet, The Florida Boys to Make Final Performance at 2007 NQC

Earlier this month, owners of legendary Gospel quartet, The Florida Boys announced plans to retire from touring in July. While that retirement date is still firm, the multi-award winning quartet has agreed to perform at all of their previously scheduled performance slots during the National Quartet Convention. >>view complete story

NQC Announces Special Performances In Commemoration of 50th Anniversary

This year will mark the 50th anniversary of Christian Entertainments largest annual event, the National Quartet Convention, which will take place September 9-15, 2007. There will be many special commemorations of this anniversary at the NQC this year; however, one special commemorative segment will be held during the Friday evening concert that will highlight the NQC's 50 years. >>view complete story

NQC Board Announces addition of Ivan Parker to the Evening Concert Lineup

During the annual NQC Board Meeting held in Louisville, Kentucky, on Tuesday, February 20th, the NQC Board voted to invite Ivan Parker to perform on the Friday evening featured concerts. This is the first time in the history of the NQC that a soloist has been invited to perform on the main stage of the National Quartet Convention. >>view complete story

Change in the NQC Board of Directors

During the annual NQC Shareholders Meeting held in Louisville, Kentucky, on Tuesday, February 20th, long time NQC Director, Charles Burke, resigned from the NQC Board. Mr. Burke will be replaced by his son, Michael Burke. >>view complete story

Talent Selected for the Sunday Evening Bonus Concert

The National Quartet Convention has announced the lineup for the NQC Bonus Concert on Sunday September 9, 2007. The Sunday evening bonus concert will feature the Booth Brothers and Legacy Five. >>view complete story

NQC & Christian Music Presenters Team With MidAmerica Productions to Present Festival at Famed Carnegie Hall

The National Quartet Convention and Christian Music Presenters announced on Wednesday, September 13, during a joint press conference, plans to partner with MidAmerica Productions to present the first ever American Gospel Music Festival at Carnegie Hall. The event is expected to be held in November of 2007 during Thanksgiving weekend.>>view complete story

NQC & American Gospel Music Partner with Christian Music Presenters & LifeWay Worship Music Group

The National Quartet Convention and American Gospel Music announced on Wednesday, September 13, plans to partner with Christian Music Presenters and LifeWay Worship Music Group to present the American Gospel Music Festival Choral Conference. The event is set to take place May 2 through 5, at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas,TX.>>view complete story

NQC Announces Syndication of Event

The Board of Directors of the National Quartet Convention has just announced the open syndication of their annual event held each September in Louisville, KY. Syndication rights for the radio broadcast have been signed with Salem Music Network, home of the Solid Gospel Network which has broadcast the event to its affiliate base each of the past 10 years.>>view complete story

NQC Radio Premieres Crossroads Projects on Friday Program

Southern Gospel hit-makers Crossroads Entertainment & Marketing; whose artists have held the # 1 song in the nation thirty-two times in just the past six years, have joined forces with NQC Radio to give fans a sneak peak of the company’s latest releases..>>view complete story

NQC Radio to Debut Daywind Releases

National Quartet Convention (NQC) Radio has joined with Daywind Records to debut their newest releases. Every Friday before a Daywind project is available in stores, NQC Radio will air the release from 10:00am until 12:00pm EST.>>view complete story

Dino to be a Special Guest at NQC's Pianorama

The NQC office has confirmed that famed pianist, Dino Kartsonakis, will be a special guest at the 2006 NQC Pianorama.  For the last 12 years, Dino has entertained Branson, Missouri, audiences with his exceptional showmanship and talent, making his Christmas production one of the most critically acclaimed shows in the entertainment city.>>view complete story

Stephen Speer Coordinating NQC Program Book

The 2006 NQC Program Book is being coordinated by Stephen Speer or Main Line Media.   Although the NQC honors previous year’s space reservations, those wishing to advertise in the Program Book should contact Stephen immediately.>>view complete story

NQC Now Accepting Applications For New Regional Artist Showcases

The NQC is now ready to receive applications from prospective artists who are interested in participating in these showcases.  The application appears on the NQC web-site.>>view complete story

NQC Greatly Expands Exhibitor Benefits

The National Quartet Convention Board of Directors has announced the addition of the Regional Artist Showcases to the long list of attractions to be featured at the 2006 National Quartet Convention.>>view complete story

NQC Artist Spotlight to Include Tribute to Anthony Burger

The National Quartet Convention has announced that the Thursday afternoon Artist Spotlight Showcase, scheduled to take place on Thursday, September 14, will feature two of Southern Gospel Music’s most popular solo artists, as well as a special tribute to legendary pianist Anthony Burger.>>view complete story

NQC 2006 to Focus on the Church

A major outreach to the church will be made by the NQC this year, and this emphasis was of critical importance as we composed the 2006 schedule. This emphasis is best illustrated by a showcase featuring Jim and Carol Cymbala and the Brooklyn Tabernacle Singers which will be taking place on Friday afternoon.>>view complete story