Gospel gives energy like a run

Gospel gives energy like a run
by journalist Rikke Tjørring

“I'm a complete mess when I get home,” says Cecilie Andersen, who is studying Cand. Merc. Jur. at the Copenhagen Business School and is passionate about singing in a gospel choir.

She compares the effect of a rehearsal night to the effect of a run – you both use energy and gain energy. At the same time, the community that gospel creates means a lot to her.

“When I started, I didn't think I would get to know others. I just thought I would go and sing by myself and go home again. But in the soprano group we actually know each other quite well,” says Cecilie.

The fact that it is Christian music also has a meaning for 27-year-old Cecilie.

"I like that it's Christian music. I think it has some nice messages. I listen to it, but I'm not a Christian per se," she explains.

Her message to others who have never tried singing in a gospel choir is clear:

"Come and sing along because it makes you happy. And come because you might think about the messages we sing. I personally feel that the messages help give you more energy."