An inspirational afternoon of gospel music is in the works for 91原创 seniors.

The free afternoon concert next Wednesday features Steve 鈥楨lvis Elite鈥� Elliott, a local performer who has had a successful career as an Elvis tribute artist since winning an Elvis tribute contest in 2004.

Gospel music holds a special place in Steve鈥檚 heart, and he believes it held a special place in Elvis鈥� heart as well.

鈥淏ack in the early days, his mom took him to the Baptist church,鈥� Steve said. 鈥淭hat鈥檚 where he was exposed to gospel music. By the age of 10, he knew all the songs.鈥� Steve also notes that of all the songs he recorded, the only ones that won Grammy Awards were his gospel songs.

The show is on Wednesday, April 20, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Town and Field Church, 20719 48th Ave.

鈥淚t鈥檚 a free event, for seniors only, and we鈥檙e expecting a full house,鈥� said Janice Miller, marketing manager for the show鈥檚 sponsors.

The show is sponsored by Magnolia Gardens and Sunridge Gardens Seniors Communities.

鈥淪teve is a very popular performer, and most seniors haven鈥檛 had an opportunity to hear this kind of live music and sing along in a very long time. The songs are so comforting and so uplifting. After a long season of struggling, it鈥檚 time to celebrate,鈥� she added.

The show is for seniors ages 65 and older; however, exceptions will be made for those providing assistance so a senior can attend. Tickets can be reserved by calling Sunridge Gardens at 604-510-5091.

Miller advised those who have tickets to plan to come early.

鈥淚t鈥檚 open seating,鈥� she said. 鈥淭he doors open at 1 p.m.鈥�

More information is available at briacommunities.com/gospel.

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