The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has awarded professional membership to Grammy Award-winning gospel artist Jonathan McReynolds. This recognition aims to bolster support and resources for professional musicians across the country.
The ceremony took place on Tuesday at the Accra International Conference Centre, coinciding with an event where President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo conferred Ghanaian citizenship on 524 diasporans, including McReynolds.
The event was attended by several notable musicians, including the Tagoe Sisters and other MUSIGA members. During the ceremony, a citation was presented to McReynolds, which was read by former MUSIGA president Diana Hopeson and presented by 1st Vice President Rev Dr. Thomas Yawson.
The citation highlighted McReynolds’ significant contributions to music and his role as an ambassador for Ghanaian culture internationally. Hopeson remarked, “Jonathan McReynolds embodies the spirit of our music community, and his recognition as a Ghanaian citizen is a testament to our commitment to fostering international ties through music.”
Rev Dr. Yawson added, “As we present this citation, we celebrate not only Jonathan’s achievements but also our shared goal to elevate Ghanaian music on the global stage. The MUSIGA Pro membership is designed to empower artists like him and provide them with essential tools for success.”
In response, McReynolds expressed his gratitude for the honor and assured MUSIGA of his willingness to support the Union and the Ghanaian music industry in any way possible. His host, Princess Dr. Asie Ocansey, praised MUSIGA for the honor bestowed upon McReynolds and the potential for future collaborations.
Accompanied by his mother and elder sister, McReynolds noted the importance of this recognition in enhancing his connection to Ghanaian culture.
The MUSIGA Pro membership offers various benefits, including access to exclusive workshops, networking opportunities, and resources tailored for professional development. This initiative underscores MUSIGA’s ongoing commitment to supporting its members and promoting the growth of the music industry in Ghana.
Source: TheDotNews