DUBLIN’S RISING GOSPEL CHOIR
Formed in February 2018, Rejoice is a small gospel choir with a big sound under the direction of Carmel Whelan.
Based in Dublin, Ireland the choir performs traditional spirituals and contemporary gospel numbers in an authentic gospel style, drawing on the rich roots of gospel music and its relationship with other genres such as soul, funk, blues and jazz.
Rejoice has performed alongside artists including The High Hopes Choir, Imelda May, Dermot Kennedy and Paul Noonan as part of ‘Rock Against Homelessness’ in Dublin’s Olympia Theatre, and delighted audiences with performances at Christmas In The Castle, Dublin Castle and Farmleigh House’s Christmas Series.
In March 2023 the choir joined legendary producer and musician David Foster in a special performance of one of his most iconic hits, You Raise Me Up (with music by Rolf Løvland & lyrics by Brendan Graham) in Dublin’s Mansion House as part of Shamrock Foods 100th anniversary celebrations.
TV appearances include:
Service on Sunday, RTÉ - Methodist Church of Ireland, September 2020
The Late Late Show, RTÉ - ‘Shine a Light’ with Michael English, part of the Climb With Charlie fundraising campaign, April 2022
The Late Late Show, RTÉ, 2023 Valentine’s Day special - Higher & Higher, celebrating the vow renewal of John & Vera Hogan.
Dancing With The Stars, RTÉ - The choir featured in Movie Week of DWTS, performing ‘Rescue Me’ from Sister Act, January 2025
The Late Late Show, RTÉ - Take That, pop up performance
The Late Late Show, RTÉ, Country Music Special - The Wonder of You with The Three Amigos, November 2025
The Late Late Show, RTÉ - Cry For Help with Rick Astley, November 2025
Rejoice also features on acclaimed Irish artist Wallis Bird’s 2022 EP ‘Handing It Over’, released in December 2022.
At the heart of the choir lies a shared love of music which is reflected in its motto: ‘Ready for joy, ready for love, ready to sing!’ The choir also values the importance of community outreach and charitable contributions. Rejoice has participated in fundraising campaigns by Daisyhouse, Focus Ireland and Dublin Simon Community. In June 2022, the choir’s fundraiser ‘Songs of Hope’ succeeded in raising €3000 for Doras and the Irish Refugee Council.
In addition to its regular concert performances, Rejoice performs frequently as weddings and corporate events throughout the country.
Rejoice is available to hire for a variety of services including wedding music for both ceremonies and receptions; corporate and private functions; studio recording sessions and more. For further information see our Weddings and Bookings pages.
