Kirk Whalum will host on Sunday, February 13, a pre-Grammy concert and ceremony honoring all Gospel music nominees. The event will take place from 10-11 am at Angelus Temple, 1100 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026 and is open to the public.

Whalum, Matthew Barnett, Pastor of Angelus Temple and Victory University,a Christian liberal arts college committed to academic excellence and the joining of faith, are joining together to host “IT STARTED WITH A DREAM.” Besides celebrating this year’s Gospel GRAMMY® Nominees, the event will also benefit THE DREAM CENTER’s PROJECT HOPE.

The vision of PROJECT HOPE is to provide a restoration home for immediate care to those rescued from human trafficking; rebuild one’s physical, mental and spiritual wholeness; and prepare individuals toward returning to society.

Project Hope exists for the purpose of helping the lives of individuals who have fallen victim to human trafficking. This home offers a safe place to rebuild lives based on biblical principles. The home will focus on the specific needs for each individual.

The “IT STARTED WITH A DREAM” concert will feature live performances by GRAMMY® Nominees; Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Jeff & Sheri Easter, Forever Jones, Gungor, Israel Houghton, Lecrae, VaShawn Mitchell, Karen Peck & New River, Lalah Hathaway, Kirk Whalum and special guest George Duke.

The concerts stellar performances will be streamed live on the web at DreamCenterLive.com With your purchase of $4.99 you can view the entire show and give proceeds to Poject Hope.