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The Board of Directors of the National Quartet Convention has just announced the open syndication of their annual event held each September in Louisville, KY. Syndication rights for the radio broadcast have been signed with Salem Music Network, home of the Solid Gospel Network which has broadcast the event to its affiliate base each of the past 10 years. September 11th - 16th, 2006, are the dates for this year's convention.

This marks the first time nightly broadcasts from the main stage will be available to all stations (on a market exclusive basis) via satellite syndication. Stations will have the option to carry all six nights or individual nights as they choose. Adding to the featured performances each night, stations authorized to carry the show will also be able to air the annual "Singing News Fan Awards" presented during the Thursday evening concert. It's southern gospel music's highest award as voted on by the fans.

Each evening's programming starts with the "Roundtable", featuring interviews and spirited discussions from the artists who will be performing that night on stage, as well as a sprinkling of pioneers & "Southern Gospel Music's Hall of Fame" members from the southern gospel music world. That hour is hosted by Jim Black & Les Butler and airs right up to the start of the evening performances. The nightly broadcast will be hosted by veteran Solid Gospel mid-day host, Greg Goodman.

The National Quartet Convention, now in its 50th year, is the "Grand Daddy" of all the southern gospel music concerts. Clarke Beasley, Executive Vice President of NQC stated, "This is precedent setting for the Convention. We are excited about adding new stations that are interested in bringing this outstanding week of music, showcases and interviews 'live' from the 2006 event. This really opens up the radio world to participate and provide great programming for the local listener."

Salem Music Network will, again this year, provide the talent and satellite services for the syndication. The satellite delivery will be available on both Unity 4000 or Starguide receivers. There is a fee for the broadcast rights.

Stations interested in adding the National Quartet Convention to their fall broadcast lineup should contact Jim Black @ or call 615-850-7023.

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