PR: Gospel Music in a Bar?

PITTSBURGH, PA (PittsburghNewsWire.com) — When you think of music performed in a bar you usually think of jazz, blues or pop music but very rarely do you think of gospel music. That’s going to all change on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at Wallace’s Taproom at Hotel Indigo East Liberty. Award winning musicians, Zanetta Wingfield and Dr. Alton Merrell, will be performing “Gospel Music Celebration” as part of the very popular “Live Music Series” at Wallace’s TapRoom.Zanetta sang her first solo at the age of five in front of a packed church to honor a local Gospel legend. After learning the verses through loving encouragement on the car ride over from her Dad, Rev. Melvin Wilson, she just got up and did it, and she’s been singing ever since! Singing and sharing music with others gives her the utmost joy and she loves to encourage and uplift others through her gift. Zanetta has sung in two international gospel groups that toured thorough Europe and for over 30 years and served as the lead vocalist of the Stellar nominated female Gospel group, Ministree! Zanetta has recently embarked upon a solo career with the release of her first single, “Get Up”.

Dr. Alton L. Merrell is a minister of worship, pianist, composer, and educator. Alton serves as the Director of Worship Ministries at Allegheny Center Alliance Church in Pittsburgh, PA. From Youngstown State University, Alton earned a Bachelor of Music in Music Education and Classical Piano Performance graduating Cum Laude, and a Master of Music in Jazz Piano performance. From the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Merrell received his Ph.D. in Jazz Studies with a research focus on jazz piano performance and pedagogy.

“Showcasing Pittsburgh musicians in Wallace’s TapRoom will continue our commitment to provide hotel guests and our neighbors with a first class ‘no cover charge’ entertainment experience. We want Wallace’s TapRoom at Hotel Indigo® Pittsburgh East Liberty to be THE place to hear all forms of live music in the East End of Pittsburgh,” Bartels continued.

Wallace’s TapRoom features a bar and restaurant with a menu that focuses on locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, from coffee and inspired cocktails, to fresh-made breads and artisan cheeses.  Wallace’s has extended selection of whiskey, bourbon and rum or one of 16 beers on tap featuring several local craft beers.

Wallace’s TapRoom also features the freshest ingredients from local purveyors. The menu includes recipes prepared by Executive Chef Jose Rodriguez and his team!

Wallace’s TapRoom is located in Hotel Indigo® East Liberty, 123 North Highland Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, 15206. 412-665-0555.

Valet ($6) and street parking is available. Early dinner reservations are highly recommended.