University of Education, Winneba GHAMSU Choir has emerged winner at the maiden edition of University Gospel Choir of the Year competition.

All were given six minutes to prove their prowess to patrons and most especially the six-member panel of musically inclined judges namely, Ps Helen Yawson, Ms Diana Hopeson, Obed Psych (Preachers GH fame), Noble Nketsiah, Nii Okai, Jennifer Jessica Dankwa.

Cladded in blue and black, the GHAMSU Choir received a standing ovation from all judges after their performance.

"You are really an international choir, dynamics was excellent, your song selection was perfect" said Nii Okai, "I have goose bombs" Diana Hopeson stated. For Nobel Nketia, it was "Absolutely fantastic, exciting, and brilliant".

University of Ghana Stewards of Praise and Wizzy Choir of Wisconsin International University second and third respectively.

There were also musical performances from Nobel Nketia, Nii Okai and Preachers.

Other University Choirs that took part in the competition are:

Shout Choir – University of Ghana, Legon

Philharmonic Choir – Accra Polytechnic

Kharis Choir – University for Development Studies (UDS)

Hearts of Worship – University of Ghana, Legon

Gracious 4 – Ashesi University

One Spirit Choir – University College of Management Studies (UCOMS)

Chaplaincy Choir – University of Education, Winneba