Dino, Larnelle Harris, Sandi Patty, and Robert Stearns to Honor Israel at Carnegie Hall Event

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2013 /Christian Newswire/ -- Well-respected, award-winning Christian recording artists are honoring Israel this spring in a gala benefit concert being hosted at Carnegie Hall by pianist Dino Kartsonakis and his wife Cheryl.

The special "Honoring Israel at Carnegie Hall" concert will take place at 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2013, at the world famous venue. The event will feature performances, from the Philadelphia Boys Choir, Denver and the Mile High Orchestra, and The Christian Cultural Center Chorale as well as the musical talents of Robert Stearns, operatic tenor Daniel Rodriguez, and Grammy and Dove Award-winning singers Sandi Patty and Larnelle Harris.

"Anti-semitism is on the rise, and Israel is now surrounded by nations committed to her destruction," world-famous piano artist Dino said. "Cheryl and I have always prioritized praying and working for the peace of Jerusalem. My friends, it is vital that we stand together."

Robert Stearns, founder of Eagles' Wings, and a global leader in Jewish-Christian relations, said, "The evening of music will celebrate our nation's longstanding and unbreakable bond with Israel at one of Manhattan's most prestigious venues."

"There has never been a time in our nation's history that our public and private bond with Israel has been more critical," Stearns said. "With this historic concert, we hope to make it clear that New York stands with Israel."

Proceeds from the event will go to feed hungry Jews, Arabs and Druze in Israel through humanitarian non-profit, "Hope for Zion" as well as to help build a prayer and study center in Migdal Arbel, Israel, whose mission is to cultivate a love and understanding for the people and nation of Israel.

For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.carnegiehall.org or call 212-247-7800.

SANDI PATTY AND JASON CRABB HELP HURRICANE SANDY VICTIMS WITH NYC BENEFIT CONCERT

(New York, NY – November 9, 2012) – Like most everyone in the United States, Sandi Patty and Jason Crabb watched as Hurricane Sandy ripped through many areas wreaking havoc and devastation on communities in the path of the storm. One of the hardest hit areas was the New York area. Sandi and Jason are deeply saddened by the affects of Hurricane Sandy in the NYC / NJ area and are reaching out to help in their own special way. Teaming up with Calvary Baptist Church and in partnership with World Vision, Sandi Patty and Jason Crabb will bring their holiday tour, “A Christmas Celebration,” to New York City for a special benefit performance on November 24th. All proceeds to be given to World Vision for their relief efforts in the NY and NJ area to aid those still in need from the devastating results of Hurricane Sandy.

Patty shares her deepest sympathy, stating: "As my family and I have been watching the devastation from Hurricane Sandy in the New York City and New Jersey areas, we've been shocked by the damage. But we've been so encouraged by the spirit with which our country has come together to help each other. Jason and I want to help in any way we can - and we hope this benefit concert can help spread the Hope of Christmas through song and by meeting people's physical needs through donations to World Vision. We're honored to be a part."

Crabb shares: “With a family of my own, I cannot imagine having everything ripped out from underneath you! I’m honored, if even in a small way, to help mend lives and soothe broken hearts.”

Event Details:
Saturday, November 24, 2012 @ 7:00 PM
Calvary Baptist Church
123 W 57th St
New York, NY 10019

Tickets available free of cost with a suggested $30 Donation each. Click Here. Pick up tickets at will call desk in the CBC Welcome Center 5:30 – 7:00 pm November 24. Donations are tax-deductable and will be forwarded to ongoing efforts by World Vision in meeting the needs of New York & New Jersey storm victims.

Sandi Patty and Jason Crabb will be embarking on a 2012 “Christmas Celebration” tour together this holiday season. The two are blessed to be working together. Join them for more performances in the following cities:

11/23/12 – Hagerston, MD @ Maryland Theatre
11/25/12 – Franklin, NC @ Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
11/29/12 – Beckley, WV @ Calvary Assembly of God
11/30/12 – Oxford, AL @ First Baptist Church of Oxford
12/01/12 – Atlanta, GA @ Mount Paran Church
12/02/12 – Ashland, KY @ Paramount Arts Center
12/03/12 – Newport News, VA @ Ferguson Center for the Arts
12/05/12 – Leawood, KS @ Church of the Resurrection
12/06/12 – Leawood, KS @ Church of the Resurrection
12/07/12 – Leawood, KS @ Church of the Resurrection
12/08/12 – Leawood, KS @ Church of the Resurrection
12/09/12 – Midland, TX @ First United Methodist Church
12/16/12 – Lakeland, FL @ Victory Church
12/20/12 – Chattanooga, TN @ Tivoli Theater
12/21/12 – Olive Branch, MS @ Longview Heights Baptist Church

For more information and details on each specific show, please visit: sandipatty.com/tour/ OR www.jasoncrabb.com

About Sandi Patty:
Sandi Patty has won 40 Dove Awards, five Grammy Awards, four Billboard Music Awards and became a Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee in 2004. Her albums have sold more than 11 million units, garnering her three platinum and five gold recordings. As the most-awarded female vocalist in contemporary Christian music history, her voice is still the gold standard by which all who follow are measured. Patty latest release "Broadway Stories" features her favorite Broadway songs. She has been blessed to perform these songs with several symphony orchestras.

About Jason Crabb:
Grammy® award winner, Jason Crabb, was born to bless the world through his talents. In 2009, Crabb’s solo career took off, gaining him one Dove award after another leading him to winning over 20 Dove Awards, a Grammy Award and most recently Soloist of the Year award from NQC Music Awards. This past year, Crabb was honored to be awarded with not only the Male Artist of the Year award at the GMA Dove Awards but also the Artist of the Year award.

For more information and to stay up to date with Sandi Patty and Jason Crabb, please visit:

Sandi Patty:
sandipatty.com
facebook.com/Sandi.Patty.Music
twitter.com/SandiPattyP
youtube.com/SandiPattyMusic Jason Crabb:
jasoncrabb.com
facebook.com/JasonCrabbMusic
twitter.com/JasonCrabbMusic
youtube.com/JasonCrabbMusic

AWARD WINNING ARTISTS SANDI PATTY AND JASON CRABB ANNOUNCE SELECT TOUR DATES FOR "A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION"

(Nashville, TN – October 15, 2012) – The wait is finally over. Today, Gospel Icon Sandi Patty and Grammy Award winning artist Jason Crabb announce the cities for their 2012 holiday tour, “A Christmas Celebration.” Kicking off the “Christmas Celebration” in Maryland, the two will make a few stops on the East Coast before heading over to the Midwest. “A Christmas Celebration” will commence the day after Thanksgiving and run up until the week before Christmas.

See which cities Patty and Crabb will be stopping in below. Some additional cities will be added throughout the tour. For more information and details on each specific show, please visit: sandipatty.com/tour/ OR www.jasoncrabb.com

11/23/12 – Hagerston, MD @ Maryland Theatre
11/25/12 – Franklin, NC @ Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
11/29/12 – Beckley, WV @ Calvary Assembly of God
11/30/12 – Oxford, AL @ First Baptist Church of Oxford
12/01/12 – Atlanta, GA @ Mount Paran Church
12/02/12 – Ashland, KY @ Paramount Arts Center
12/03/12 – Newport News, VA @ Ferguson Center for the Arts
12/05/12 – Leawood, KS @ Church of the Resurrection
12/06/12 – Leawood, KS @ Church of the Resurrection
12/07/12 – Leawood, KS @ Church of the Resurrection
12/08/12 – Leawood, KS @ Church of the Resurrection
12/09/12 – Midland, TX @ First United Methodist Church
12/16/12 – Lakeland, FL @ Victory Church
12/20/12 – Chattanooga, TN @ Tivoli Theater
12/21/12 – Olive Branch, MS @ Longview Heights Baptist Church

About Sandi Patty: Sandi Patty has won 40 Dove Awards, five Grammy Awards, four Billboard Music Awards and became a Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee in 2004. Her albums have sold more than 11 million units, garnering her three platinum and five gold recordings. As the most-awarded female vocalist in contemporary Christian music history, her voice is still the gold standard by which all who follow are measured. Patty latest release "Broadway Stories" features her favorite Broadway songs. She has been blessed to perform these songs with several symphony orchestras.

About Jason Crabb: Vocalist, musician, author, and host, Jason Crabb, was born to bless the world through his talents. In 2009, Crabb’s solo career took off, gaining him one Dove award after another leading him to winning over 20 Dove Awards, a Grammy Award and most recently Soloist of the Year award from NQC Music Awards. This past year, Crabb was honored to be awarded with not only the Male Vocalist of the Year award at the GMA Dove Awards but also the Artist of the Year award.

For more information and to stay up to date with Sandi Patty and Jason Crabb, please visit:

Sandi Patty:
sandipatty.com
facebook.com/Sandi.Patty.Music
twitter.com/SandiPattyP
youtube.com/SandiPattyMusic

Jason Crabb:
jasoncrabb.com
facebook.com/JasonCrabbMusic
twitter.com/JasonCrabbMusic
youtube.com/JasonCrabbMusic

SANDI PATTY & JASON CRABB TEAM UP FOR "A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION" TOUR!

ICONIC MUSIC ARTIST SANDI PATTY TEAMS UP WITH GRAMMY-WINNING ARTIST JASON CRABB TO BRING "A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION" TO A CITY NEAR YOU

Patty also announces the second 'Sandi Patty & Friends Cruise' featuring Jason Crabb and more! Patty and Crabb set to release new albums in 2013!

(New York, NY – September 19, 2012) – 2012 has been a big year for Christian artists Sandi Patty and Jason Crabb, with Patty touring all over the world and Crabb being awarded with Male Artist of the Year and Artist of the Year at the GMA Dove Awards. The year isn’t winding down for these two gospel stars though. Today, Sandi Patty and Jason Crabb are ecstatic to announce a 2012 “Christmas Celebration” tour together. The two are blessed to be working together and will announce cities they will be stopping through along with other details in the coming weeks.

Patty and Crabb couldn’t be more thrilled to be working together. Crabb exclaims: "I'm excited to join Sandi Patty for "A Christmas Celebration." If you've ever heard her sing, you know why she's called "The Voice"! I am thrilled and honored to share the stage and this special time of year with her. It's gonna' be great!" Patty is just as excited, stating: "I cannot tell you how excited I am to be touring with Jason Crabb. I am such a huge fan of him and his music and it is such a joy for me to share this Christmas season traveling the country singing with him."

This won’t be the last time Patty and Crabb will work together either. The pair is also happy to announce the second “Sandi Patty & Friends Cruise” which will feature Jason Crabb and other special guests such as Larnelle Harris, Selah, Anita Renfroe, Angie Smith, Sheila Walsh and Jim Lyon. The Caribbean cruise will depart from Ft. Lauderdale, FL. and set sail February 23, 2014 through March 2, 2014. Be on the lookout for more information on this amazing event combining the luxury of a Caribbean cruise and wonderful entertainment.

Patty and Crabb will keep busy leading up to the cruise. Both artists are set to release new albums during 2013. Patty is currently working on her new album which is set to release in the early fall of next year. Crabb is also working on an album with producers Ed Cash, Jay DeMarcus and Wayne Haun which is due out early next year.

About Sandi Patty:
Sandi Patty has won 40 Dove Awards, five Grammy Awards, four Billboard Music Awards and became a Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee in 2004. Her albums have sold more than 11 million units, garnering her three platinum and five gold recordings. As the most-awarded female vocalist in contemporary Christian music history, her voice is still the gold standard by which all who follow are measured. Patty latest release "Broadway Stories" features her favorite Broadway songs. She has been blessed to perform these songs with several symphony orchestras.

About Jason Crabb:
Known not only as a singer but also as a musician, author, and host, Jason Crabb was born to bless the world through his talents. In 2009, Crabb’s solo career took off, gaining him one Dove award after another leading him to winning over 20 Dove Awards, a Grammy Award and most recently Soloist of the Year award from NQC Music Awards. This past year, Crabb was honored to be awarded with not only the Male Artist of the Year award at the GMA Dove Awards but also the Artist of the Year award.

For more information and to stay up to date with Sandi Patty and Jason Crabb, please visit:

Sandi Patty:
sandipatty.com
facebook.com/Sandi.Patty.Music
twitter.com/SandiPattyP
youtube.com/SandiPattyMusic

Jason Crabb:
jasoncrabb.com
facebook.com/JasonCrabbMusic
twitter.com/JasonCrabbMusic
youtube.com/JasonCrabbMusic

SGN Scoops April 2011 Edition is Available Now!

The April 2011 issue of SGN Scoops is now available for download. Click here to read your issue in user-friendly .PDF format.

First, because we know this is why many of you are here: We have announced the top 10 nominees for the 2011 Diamond Awards. YOUR voices were heard and they shouted loudly, choosing gospel music mainstays as well as regionally-based up-and-comers. Gospel music makers from Branson, MO, where the awards are held in June, made a strong showing. Get the magazine now and see how your favorites fared… and vote in the second round all month, right here.

Second, and just as exciting, is our cover story: A new interview with Sandi Patty, world-class gospel vocalist and a key contributor for Women of Faith, who incidentally speaks to our Jennifer Campbell as well.

You will also find features on the Gospel Chicken House, Great Western Fan Fest, and Zack Swain. And our always-diverse columnists range their thoughts from Easter (the holiday, not the family) to personnel changes to Guy Penrod to Doctor Who…!

Click here to download.