It is now his role as a music minister that brings him the greatest fulfillment.
His songs have been recorded by some of Gospel’s most celebrated artists, including Smokie Norful (“Just Can’t Stop”), Vanessa Bell Armstrong (“Help”), and Bishop Paul Morton (“Cry Your Last Tear”). Throughout the years, VaShawn’s artistic vision has grown, shaping him into a mature worship leader and a recognized Gospel songwriter.
The youngest Minister of Music in that church’s history, he successfully merged the contemporary themes he composed with the traditional choir vibe that marked the church’s worship services. Trotter’s Sweet Holy Spirit Church, setting the musical tone both within the church walls and on the ministry’s top-selling recording projects. Mark Baptist Church, working closely with nationally renowned choir leader Lonnie Hunter.įor nearly a decade he served as Minister of Music at Bishop Larry D. When he was barely a teenager, VaShawn became the assistant music director of St. The city known as the birthplace of Gospel music quickly made its imprint on him.
VaShawn Mitchell was born and raised in Chicago, IL.
