Verizon’s How Sweet the Sound Gospel Celebration, the country’s premiere and most prestigious gospel music experience, returns to Philips Arena for its fifth year of celebrating the community. The Gospel music celebration features today’s biggest gospel stars including Donald Lawrence, Yolanda Adams, Erica Campbell of Mary Mary, Fred Hammond, Bishop Hezekiah Walker and CeCe Winans.

Registration is open for the 2012 Verizon’s How Sweet the Sound™ Gospel Celebration until June 30. Interested choir representatives can visit www.HowSweetTheSound.com to sign up to be part of the How Sweet the Sound community. By registering, choirs will have the chance to rejoice in song and praise; sing in front of gospel greats and fans; and compete for a chance to win up to $50,000 in cash and prizes.