SAGMA Announces "HBCU Choir of The Year" Award

SAGMA Announces “HBCU Choir of The Year” Award

A Brand New Award For HBCU Choirs Will Be Making Noise At The Stellars

For the first time, the Stellar Awards will introduce a brand-new category: HBCU Choir of the Year! This award is created to honor the excellence, legacy, and impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities choral programs across the nation.

Submission Window:

March 2, 2026 – March 13, 2026

Eligibility Period:

Projects released between March 1, 2025 – February 28, 2026.

The choir must have performed and uploaded that performance to a publicly accessible website, YouTube, or social media platform during the eligibility period.

All entrants must be current SAGMA members in order to submit. The Stellar Awards Gospel Music Academy (SAGMA) — a not-for-profit organization –supports, encourages and promotes Gospel music worldwide. SAGMA is an umbrella association that provides an environment for industry professionals to mobilize their efforts in promoting Gospel music.