JOHN FISHER AND THE
IDMC GOSPEL CHOIR
13 June 2026
6:30 pm
A multi-award-winning UK gospel choir, bringing powerful, uplifting music and an unforgettable energy.
Join us for a powerful and uplifting evening of live gospel music, featuring rich harmonies, soulful performances and an atmosphere full of joy, energy and celebration.
IDMC Gospel Soul Choir is a multi-award-winning Christian-based choir led by acclaimed musical director John Fisher BEM.
Formed in the UK over 30 years ago, the choir blends gospel, soul, jazz and R&B influences to create an energetic and inspiring live experience.
They have earned a reputation as one of the UK’s premier gospel choirs, with a sound that is both uplifting and unforgettable.
The choir were finalists in BBC Songs of Praise Gospel Choir of the Year and winners of both Premier Gospel Radio Gospel Choir of the Year and the Urban Music Award for Best Gospel Act. They were also the first Gospel Choir to receive a MOBO nomination.
The group has recorded numerous albums and singles and has performed across the UK and Europe, appearing at major venues and events including the London Olympics, where they performed with Heather Small.
With their joyful sound, rich harmonies and infectious energy, IDMC Gospel Soul Choir continues to inspire audiences with music that carries a message of love, hope, joy and peace.
Profits from this concert will be donated to Southend City Baptist Church (SCBC) to support their community meals programme this coming winter.
Southend City Baptist Church runs a community meals programme that provides food, welcome and support to people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in the local area. These meals offer more than just nourishment, they create a safe and welcoming space where individuals can connect, find encouragement and access practical help. The programme is part of the church’s wider commitment to serving the community, particularly through dedicated outreach during the colder months when need is greatest. By providing regular meals and ongoing support, the initiative helps meet immediate needs while also building relationships and pathways towards longer-term stability.