The 360 WORKSHOP LEADER

Rev. Trini L. Massie

An incredible Gospel singer, a skillful Gospel composer, a super energetic music minister … the International leader of the European Gospel Festival 2026.

Trini Massie is a well sought after skillful composer, conductor and choirmaster. Trini serves as the Minister of Worship at Mount Ararat Baptist Church in Pittsburgh, PA under the leadership and spiritual covering of Rev. Dr. William H. Curtis, Senior Pastor. In 2014, Trini was appointed as the National Minister of Music for the Contemporary Adult Department with the Gospel Music Workshop of America.

Since 2010, Trini has served as head choir director for the Gospel Connection, an international convention of gospel music in Italy.

Over the years, Trini has received numerous honors and awards. In 2009, Remnant, the Mt. Ararat Baptist Church choir under his leadership, was declared the Washington DC Regional Winner and the National Runner Up for How Sweet the Sound, a gospel competition produced by Donald Lawrence. In 2012, 4 the Caz of Christ, his community choir, was declared the Washington DC Regional Winner. Most recently (Sept 2018), he was inducted into the Uniontown Area High School Academics, Arts and Athletics Hall of Fame.

NEW — 2026 Edition!

US Vocalists and musicians

A full team of vocalists & musicians will join and reinforce the artistic direction of Trini Lopez Massie — for an even more authentic US Gospel experience.

The 360 WORKSHOP Team

Alessandra Neri

Alessandra is a singer, theater performer, and certified yoga instructor, she’s Italian but now living in Finland. She will lead the morning session “Tuning Mind and Body for Singers”, with the aim of helping singers align their voice, mind, and body, preparing them for an unforgettable immersion in the world of gospel music.

3. The 360 WORKSHOP LOCATION

PALESTRA SCUOLA PRIMARIA “NIEVO”
Via Edmondo de Amicis 4, Montegrotto Terme (PD) – Italy

The 360 WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

Workshops take place on Friday and Saturday, for choroisters from 9.00 am to 12.30 pm, followed by a lunch break and then continuing with soloist workshop from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm.

The 360 WORKSHOP
REGISTRATION REQUEST

Download and fill in all required documentation.
Submit your Application Form and the Photocopy of the payment fee by e- mail to:
info@festivalgospelmontegrotto.com

The 360 WORKSHOP
PARTICIPATION FEE

The choirs and singers which have been selected for the Contest are granted FREE ACCESS to the 360 WORKSHOP.

–> € 70 for individual participation
–> € 50 per person for groups over 20 people

–> Besides the workshop, there will be two sessions dedicated to soloists. The fee is € 35.

Payment details:

Alpe Adria Cultura APS
IBAN: IT95B0863163910000001023350
Bank: Banca 360 FVG – Filiale di Lignano Sabbiadoro
Reason: Registration fee for “The 360 Workshop”

2026 Edition!

The CONTEST

The only European competition dedicated to Gospel choirs, set in the heart of Italy’s most charming summer destination — just a short distance from Venice.

The Montegrotto Terme European Gospel Festival Contest 2026 celebrates the artistry, passion and spiritual power of Gospel music.

European choirs with a strong stage presence, authentic Gospel identity and powerful vocal energy will be selected to perform live before an international audience.

If your choir can bring real Gospel impact to the stage, this is your chance to shine and compete for the title of Best European Gospel Choir 2026.

“The 360 Workshop will be an extraordinary two-day masterclass held by rev. Trini L. Massie. His high-standard professional coaching will enrich the partecipants’ knowledge and improve their potential.”

– Stefania Mauro, Artistic Director

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