Gospel Music Quarterly Magazine - Q3 2014 by IMC Concerts

Summer 2014 s 3rd Quarter

StowTown Records & IMC

Coming Back Home

Gabrielle’s Sister

WHAT’S INSIDE • • • • • • • • • • •

STOWTOWN RECORDS & IMC PRAISEFEST NIAGARA FALLS COMING BACK HOME 40 YEARS OF GOD’S FAITHFULNESS AMERICA GOSPEL MUSIC HYMN SING ON THE COUCH WITH FOUCH THE JOURNEY TO GABRIELLE’S SISTER “HE WASHED MY FEET” EHSS EUROPE TOUR MEET THE ARTISTS

FEATURES GOSPEL MUSIC QUARTERLY SUMMER 2014 – 3RD QUARTER PRESIDENT AND CEO Landon Beene landon@tributemediasource.com

FINANCIAL DIRECTOR Nate Goble nate@tributemediasource.com ART AND MARKETING DIRECTOR EDITOR Jessica Harkness jessica@imcgraphicdesign.com

OFFICE ASSISTANT Brittany Goddard office@imcconcerts.com STAFF WRITER Veronica Burniston ADVISORY BOARD Gerald Wolfe, Scott Fowler, Ernie Haase, Eric Bennett, Mark Trammell, Melissa Brady, Wayne Haun

IMC VISION Innovative Management Consulting, Inc. (IMC) is dedicated to bringing the audience an uplifting musical experience. Our goal is to present top quality performances and spiritual encounters to edify your life.

GENERAL INFORMATION The Gospel Music Quarterly Magazine is published quarterly by Innovative Management Consulting, Inc. (IMC) for fans of southern gospel music and is distributed free of charge. The Gospel Music Quarterly Magazine provides viewers with an insight on southern gospel music artists, major special events and concert tours.

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STOWTOWN RECORDS AND IMC

PRAISEFEST NIAGARA FALLS

COMING BACK HOME

40 YEARS OF GOD’S FAITHFULNESS

BEYOND THE STAGE

A new partnership Southern gospel music event in Canada Cathedrals Family Reunion Mark Trammell Quartet An Artist’s Questionnaire

28 AMERICA God shed His grace on thee 30

GOSPEL MUSIC HYMN SING

ON THE COUCH WITH FOUCH

THE JOURNEY TO GABRIELLE’S SISTER

“HE WASHED MY FEET”

DOG OR CAT? THERE’S A DIFFERENCE

EUROPE TOUR WITH EHSS

MEET THE ARTISTS

ARTIST SCHEDULE

Live recording An interview series with Matt Fouch “Are you working on getting my sister?” The story behind the song Devotional by Ken Davis Bringing joy to the stage Beyond the Ashes

BEHIND THE SCENES A Letter from the President

Hello again friends, What a wonderful summer we’ve had! For those of you who know me, you know I LOVE the lake and spending the summer with my babies. As autumn swiftly approaches, my schedule is becoming filled. From the beginning of November until the end of May IMC Concerts will be going full throttle, so summertime is my time to catch up on much needed rest, relaxation, and being with my kids. They are truly the joy that fuels my passion. I am very thankful that I have a dream job that allows me to be home nearly all summer with my kids and enjoy spending precious time with them. This season has been much needed for me and I am refreshed. During the summer, it is also my time to brainstorm and set goals for the company. It is always fun to explore new opportunities that will broaden our reach for IMC and this great music we all know as Southern Gospel. Some of the largest concerts and events we have ever experienced have taken place this year and our plans for 2015 are going to be even bigger! Gospel music is still very much alive and well! We are also very excited about our new venture into a co-ownership of the multi award winning record company, StowTown Records®. In this issue you will enjoy a feature story about this great company and our future goals for it. Also included in this issue are the tour dates for my two favorite exclusive events that we host, the Cathedrals Family Reunion® and the Jubilee Christmas Tour®. These two tours have become the highlight of our company. You MUST make plans to attend one of these! Another great last minute addition to our summer schedule was the inaugural Gospel Music Hymn Sing® hosted by Gerald Wolfe. The concept for this fabulous event had been in the works for quite some time. It was extremely exciting to see the inaugural concert sell COMPLETELY out a full month in advance. You will read more about that in this issue as well. We are working now to schedule a Gospel Music Hymn Sing® tour in 2015! In closing, I ask that you please continue to pray for our company as we grow and expand. It is our sincere hope to keep this great music alive and well for years to come. Our staff and team are very thankful for each of you who love, support, and encourage IMC®. Telling the Story, Landon C. Beene

(TOP TO BOTTOM): LANDON WITH BUDDIES DOUG ANDERSON, DEVIN MCGLAMERY, FRANK MILLS AND THEIR FAMILIES DURING THEIR ANNUAL TRIP TO LAKE CUMBERLAND, KY THIS SUMMER; LANDON AT THE LAKE WITH KIDS, ETHAN (LEFT) AND MALLORY (RIGHT); LANDON IN ALASKA WITH SCOTT FOWLER AND ED HARPER; LANDON RELAXING ON THE BOAT; MALLORY AND ETHAN WITH DADDY GRILLING HOMEMADE PIZZAS

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A NEW PARTNERSHIP BY: VERONICA BURNISTON

In his letter to the Corinthians, Paul writes about the church as the body of Christ, every part holding a specific and vital role in the united well-being of the entire body. As he describes it in 1 Corinthians 13:20: “There are many parts, but one body.”

(L TO R): LANDON BEENE, ERNIE HAASE, WAYNE HAUN

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This concept of a unified force or combined effort toward a worthy goal frequently appears today in numerous areas of life. Whether it be within the family, between friends or between co-workers, the truth in Paul’s words remains the same: separate parts function, but when united the body thrives.

“There are many parts, but one body” (L TO R): ERNIE HAASE IN THE RECORDING STUDIO; LANDON BEENE AND ERNIE HAASE DROP IN AND VISIT RICK FRANCIS FROM SINGING NEWS

– 1 Corinthians 13:20

Within the last three months, Innovative Management Consulting (IMC) and StowTown Records (STR) have decided to adopt this concept, to unify two very successful groups into one creative powerhouse for Gospel Music.

“StowTown Records was created [to be] a musical home for a wonderful world of ‘diverse’ artists,” Haase commented, “a wonderful home that celebrates each other’s achievements and cheers one another to flourish.”

In May 2014 IMC and STR publicly announced their new partnership, a promising combination of talent, ambition, and godly pursuit.

Over the past few years, IMC and STR have been “heavily involved” with one another on numerous occasions. Tribute Media Source, a leading design firm owned by Landon Beene, has also worked closely with STR for several years, designing artwork for CDs, merchandise, and marketing.

Founded in 2011 by Ernie Haase of Ernie Haase & Signature Sound and Wayne Haun, a prestigious producer in gospel music with a hand also in the secular music industry, StowTown Records is an independent label that has grown tremendously since its birth three years ago. Holding an exclusive distribution deal with Provident/Sony Distribution, STR’s music reaches audiences around the world, creating ample opportunities for the artists to connect with their fans worldwide. With an ever-growing list of amazing gospel groups and soloists, such as The Perrys, The Cathedrals Family Reunion®, Devin McGlamery, The Collingsworth Family, Triumphant Quartet, and, most recently, the awardwinning female-soloist TaRanda Greene, as well as the young and talented new group The Erwins, it comes as no surprise that STR nurtures a diverse and creative community within the southern gospel genre.

According to Haase, “IMC (Landon and Nate) have been behind the scenes all along, dreaming with STR, [doing everything] from developing the artwork to marketing to manufacturing our CDs and DVDs...So, it was a natural fit to partner and spread our wings ‘together’ to the variety of music that is out there.” Now as a unified body, the two companies are weaving together a group of people with unique talents and one purpose: to clearly and creatively deliver “the message of Jesus and His redeeming love” to the world. Led by four partners (Landon Beene, Nate Goble, Ernie Haase, and Wayne Haun), IMC and STR are creating a SUMMER 2014 | 5

(TOP TO BOTTOM): STOWTOWN AND TRIUMPHANT QUARTET; STOWTOWN AND TARANDA GREENE; STOWTOWN AND THE ERWINS

formidable, synergetic partnership that not only encourages diversity with its artists but also establishes a firm platform for budding gospel singers and groups emerging onto the music scene. “[STR and IMC] have the opportunity to be a platform for our artists to break and boost their careers,” Haase said, reflecting on the recent partnership. “From writing the songs, producing the songs, marketing the projects and providing the markets to perform the music in, it all makes for a 360 degree of developing and will hopefully lift our genre of music (Southern Gospel) to new heights.” After signing Triumphant Quartet in June, TaRanda Greene under the label in late July and The Erwins in early August, Landon Beene emphasized that the addition of these gifted gospel artists was only the beginning of IMC’s & STR’s fresh and innovative approach to music and marketing. 6 | SUMMER 2014

“The diversity of what we’re building is vital,” Landon Beene recounted in a phone interview. “[Triumphant Quartet] is the top traditional male quartet, [The Erwins] are a young family group coming on the scene, while TaRanda is a renowned female soloist who is heavily focused in the large church atmosphere and choral arrangements.” Desiring a more active role in the overall development of the artists, IMC and STR are focusing on the development of new, unique approaches with Christian music promotion through social media, e.g. concert videos, a centralized publication that moves between markets (Gospel Music Quarterly), and an internal structure of promotions at every event, concert, or cruise to help further promote future gospel events and festivals. Pulling so many “great minds” together under one worthwhile pursuit, IMC and STR keep their eyes on the

present as well as the future, hoping to make a positive and fruitful mark in the southern gospel music genre. “Our dream is simple,” Haase said, “hand this music to the next generation in a better condition than we found it...God used this music to change our lives. We’ve made a living off this music, provided for our children, met wonderful life long friends all because of this music. We hear testimonies every night from fans saying how this music changed their lives. I just smile and say, ‘I know–me too!’” Remarkable things begin to happen when people from various backgrounds with an assortment of God-given talents gather together under a single purpose: to further the gospel of Christ. The twelve apostles, for example, came from different professions, families, and locations; however, Jesus drew them together, instructed them, loved them, and sent them into the world to do the same. During his time on earth, Jesus created a body of believers from a ragtag group of men and women, some of whom were fishermen, tax collectors, foreigners, cripples, prostitutes, some educated, some not. One thread at a time, Jesus wove a vibrant and beautifully complete tapestry out of the lives of these devoted men and women, leaving an eternal example of unity for the church to study and imitate. Through their new partnership, IMC and STR are also gathering the thread and preparing to weave a tapestry of their own, a tapestry that speaks of creativity, unity, and redeeming love. In the end, Haase remarked, “It’s all about teamwork. The apostle Paul said it best when he said we are all different parts of ONE body. And, that is what we are building together, a body of music that builds the body of Christ.”

(TOP TO BOTTOM): LANDON BEENE, JOEL LINDSEY, TARANDA GREENE, WAYNE HAUN AT DEBUT CONCERT FOR WAYNE HAUN; JANNA AND KEVIN WARD, MICHELLE ANDERSON, DOUG ANDERSON, LANDON BEENE AT DEBUT CONCERT FOR WAYNE HAUN; THE ERWINS SIGNING AGREEMENT WITH STOWTOWN

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT INNOVATIVE MANAGEMENT CONSULTING AND STOWTOWN RECORDS, VISIT THEM AT WWW.IMCCONCERTS.COM AND WWW.STOWTOWNRECORDS.COM. Artists currently with StowTown Records are Collingsworth Family, Triumphant Quartet, Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, TaRanda Greene, The Perrys, Doug Anderson, The Browns, Beyond the Ashes, Devin McGlamery, Wayne Haun, The Erwins, The Cathedrals Family Reunion®, and The Taylors.

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COLLINGSWORTH FAMILY INTRODUCTIONS

SOME DAY MY PRINCE WILL COME/ ONCE UPON A DREAM

AS FOR ME AND MY HOUSE

SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW

SWINGIN’ & MARCHIN’

I’LL FLY AWAY

JESSE KEEP INTRODUCTION

CAROL OF THE BELLS

GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS/THINK ABOUT HIS LOVE

STARS AND STRIPES FOREVER

JESSE’S FAVORITE VERSE/AUDIENCE’S GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS

BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC

HOW MAJESTIC IS THY NAME SAVIOR’S LOVE MEDLEY (OUT OF THE IVORY PALACES/HE CAME TO ME/HOW RICH I AM) HEAVEN EXTRAVAGANZA MEDLEY

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AWESOME GOD/HOW BIG IS GOD GIVE THANKS/JESUS WE JUST WANT TO THANK YOU/I LOVE YOU LORD

Piano Arrangements by KIM COLLINGSWORTH Produced and Orchestrated by LARI GOSS, DAVID CLYDESDALE, and WAYNE HAUN Executive producer PHIL COLLINGSWORTH SR

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Goodbye World, Goodbye

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When the Saints Go Marchin’ In

When We All Get to Heaven Assistant Engineer: Chris Barnes

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I’ll Fly Away

Heaven’s Jubilee

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He Came to Me

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How Rich I Am

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How Majestic is Thy Name*

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I Love You Lord

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Awesome God*

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BY: VERONICA BURNISTON

This past May, Southern Gospel music filled the ears and hearts of Canadians and Americans alike at the annual Praisefest Niagara Falls® Event in Ontario, Canada. Taking place annually in the Scotia Bank Convention Centre in Niagara, the Niagara Falls Event showcases not only the familiar talent of numerous American gospel groups but also the “Best of Ontario,” introducing several talented Canadian groups to a wider range of audience. This year’s event attracted an even larger audience than the previous year and hosted a variety of exceptional performances, including Legacy Five, the Hoppers, Greater Vision, Tim Lovelace, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, TaRanda Greene, the Collingsworth Family, and many more. In addition, a number of excellent Canadian gospel groups performed at the event, including the Torchmen Quartet and the gospel group Advocate. According to Landon Beene, the President of Innovative Management Consulting (IMC), each session of the Niagara Falls event begins with artist-led congregational singing followed by a mixture of “testimony, a spoken word of encouragement and hope, as well as great moments of comedy.” On Friday morning, Chris Allman of Greater Vision led a Hymn Sing with the audience. After the Hymn Sing, Rodney Griffin delivered a powerful message about forgiveness, which was then followed by the comedian, Tim Lovelace, who “kept [the audience] in tears of laughter” throughout the rest of the session. PHOTO BY DEAN MUZ

“You get to see God’s beautiful creation and take in the best music in the world–

SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC!” – D.W. Crutchfield, Advocate

created an even greater opportunity of fellowship for the artists and fans. “As an artist it’s great to fellowship with all of the other groups...” Mike Moran of the Torchmen Quartet writes, “I am very appreciative that IMC, Landon and Nate, conduct both the weekend concerts and themselves in a way that uplifts our music and our witness for the Lord for whom we do what we do.”

COMEDIAN TIM LOVELACE PERFORMING ON STAGE

The next morning, Scott Fowler of Legacy Five opened the Saturday session with congregational singing before some of Ontario’s own gospel groups took the stage, delivering the “best of Ontario” to the mixed audience. Hosting this wonderful event in Ontario each year provides ample opportunity to both the local and U.S. audience members. Not only are the locals able to hear some of the most talented U.S. southern gospel groups, but the Americans who attend the event are also given the chance to see the breathtaking Canadian Falls as well as the “picturesque and historic village of Niagara.”

Growing in attendance each year, the Niagara Falls Event continues to attract a variety of fans and artists from all over North America. From the beautifully designed creation of the surrounding landscape to the God-centered worship within the music itself, the Niagara Falls Event is one of the most enriching southern gospel music events of the year. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE UPCOMING NIAGARA FALLS® EVENT IN MAY 2015, VISIT WWW.PRAISEFESTNIAGARA.COM.

“Scotia Bank Convention Centre is a great setting...It allows not only Ontarians to attend the best gospel music event of the year but also our American friends to cross the border for the event,” D.W. Crutchfield of Advocate notes when recalling this year’s event. “I can’t think of a better spot than Niagara Falls. You get to see God’s beautiful creation and take in the best music in the world–southern gospel music!” By successfully bringing together beloved southern gospel groups from across the United States and Canada, IMC has

SCOTT FOWLER AND TREY IVEY, LEGACY FIVE

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The Old Soul returns…

COMING OCTOBER 14

ON ITUNES & WHEREVER FINE CHRISTIAN MUSIC IS SOLD After taking eleven years to record his debut album, (2013) which reached the #1 position on the iTunes jazz chart, fans have been asking the question, “How long will we have to wait for more music?” Fortunately, this seasoned crooner will not keep them waiting long, as Sentimental Season releases just before the Christmas rush. Compared to such American greats as Perry Como, Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra, this 4-time Grammy nominee will deliver the same smooth-classic sounds that fans have grown to love.

FEATURING. . .

Tennessee Christmas (with Ernie Haase & Signature Sound), The Christmas Song (duet with TaRanda Greene), and Silent Night (duet with Jaimee Paul)

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DON’T MISS THIS AMAZING CHRISTMAS PRODUCTION WITH YOUR FAVORITE ARTISTS DECEMBER 4TH KALAMAZOO, MI DECEMBER 5TH HAMILTON, ONTARIO DECEMBER 6TH ALREADY LANCASTER, PA CONCERT ON SALE DECEMBER 7TH SPRINGFIELD, OH

DECEMBER 8TH BOURBONNAIS, IN (PENDING) DECEMBER 9TH ROCHESTER, MN DECEMBER 10TH PEORIA, IL DECEMBER 11TH GODFREY, IL

DECEMBER 12TH MONROE, LA DECEMBER 13TH TYLER, TX DECEMBER 14TH BREMEN, GA DECEMBER 15TH CHATTANOOGA, TN

DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. CHECK WWW.IMCCONCERTS.COM/JUBILEE BEFORE TRAVELING LONG DISTANCES. TICKETS ON SALE SEPTEMBER 8 | TO BUY TICKETS CALL 800.965.9324 This tour is promoted and managed by Innovative Management a division of IMC Concerts.

THE ORIGINAL HOME OF ROGER BENNETT IN STOW, OH

Coming Back Home BY: VERONICA BURNISTON

In the world of Southern Gospel music, The Cathedrals remain one of the most cherished and loved household names on the market. With a rich thirty-five year history and an ever– present international fan base, it was only a matter of time before the sparks of a reunion caught fire and a new era of Cathedrals arose–The Cathedrals Family Reunion®. AKRON, OHIO – 1963 The nationally acclaimed Cathedral Quartet first emerged in 1963 as part of the evangelist Rex Humbard’s Cathedral of Tomorrow Church and television ministry in Akron, Ohio. Started as The Cathedral Trio, which consisted of tenor Bobby Clark, baritone Danny Koker, and lead singer Glen Payne (from The Weatherford Quartet), The Cathedrals quickly gained a following amid churches, and within a year, their growing popularity stirred Humbard to expand the trio into a quartet. As a result of this decision, Humbard inducted George Younce, the bass singer of The Blue Ridge Quartet, into the group and, thus, began the first era of The Cathedral Quartet. 14 | SUMMER 2014

For a handful of successful years, The Cathedrals shared in Humbard’s ministry. In time both Koker and Clark left the quartet to pursue other interests, which opened a door of opportunity for tenor Mack Taunton and baritone/pianist George Amon Webster to join the team. It wasn’t until 1969 that the quartet decided to take their mission from the pulpit to the road. With Humbard’s approval, The Cathedrals kept their name and their new ministry began. In the beginning years of the gospel quartet, The Cathedrals struggled with various setbacks, including financial instability since they no longer received a steady paycheck, and the lack

of a solid fan base since their name tended to correlate them with church quartets rather than the professional gospel group they would one day become. In addition to these obstacles, the quartet underwent numerous changes over its thirty-five year career as some members departed to pursue other callings and new members joined The Cathedrals to share in their God-driven mission. It was in 1999, after George Younce (who had been suffering from kidney failure) and Glen Payne decided it was time to say goodbye to their loving fans, that The Cathedrals set out on their final Farewell Tour. About seven months into the tour, Payne became very ill and was diagnosed with liver cancer. He passed away in October 1999, never finishing the Farewell Tour he and Younce had agreed upon. In a bittersweet yet beautiful closing for the quartet, the Farewell Tour ended in Akron, Ohio–The Cathedrals birthplace–in December 1999. Six years later, at the age of seventy-five, George Younce, one of the last two first-era Cathedrals, passed away at the Akron City Hospital, leaving behind a rich history of music, love, and friendship.

(TOP TO BOTTOM): THE CFR GUYS VISITING GEORGE YOUNCE’S HOME; BRIAN HUDSON AND LANDON BEENE DISCUSSING THE FUTURE OF CFR WITH THE GUYS; GERALD WOLFE, SCOTT FOWLER, MARK TRAMMELL AND ERNIE HAASE AROUND THE PIANO AT THE HOME OF ERNIE HAASE SINGING FAMILIAR SONGS; LANDON IN THE HOME OF ERNIE HAASE WITH THE CATHEDRALS; THE CFR GUYS ALONG WITH NATE GOBLE OF IMC, BRIAN HUDSON OF SHOWCASE MEDIA AND BEN WOLFE ENJOYING A SURPRISE CAKE FOR GERALD WOLFE’S BIRTHDAY DURING THE VISIT TO AKRON

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EIGHT YEARS LATER In November 2013, at the MacGorman Performing Arts Center in Fort Worth, Texas, something amazing happened. That something was the Cathedrals Family Reunion® (CFR). During the two-day sold out event, five members from the Cathedrals Quartet came together on stage: Ernie Haase (Ernie Haase & Signature Sound), Mark Trammell (Mark Trammell Quartet), Scott Fowler (Legacy Five), Danny Funderburk, and Gerald Wolfe (Greater Vision). These five well-known gospel artists performed with their current groups, then joined together for the first time in the history of the quartet and sang some of The Cathedrals’ most popular and loved songs. Gospel fans from all over the world were moved as they witnessed the revival of the legendary quartet and traveled back in time with the artists, remembering the inspiring “patriarchs,” Glen Payne and George Younce, who left a legacy of exceptional gospel music for future generations. AKRON, OHIO – 2014 In the early months of summer 2014, The Cathedrals Family Reunion gathered in Stow, Ohio, where they visited the late George Younce’s gravesite together. While in Stow, the group met at the Younce home to announce (via youtube) that CFR will be “bringing it home” this fall with their “Bringing It Back” tour, which will start in Akron–the place where it all began–in early November.

Similar to the Fort Worth event, each weekend of the CFR tour will include music from each of the artists’ current groups as well the much anticipated Cathedrals Family Reunion performance. In addition, the tour will offer “behind-the-scenes” opportunities for Q&A, the opportunity to tour The Cathedrals’ last tour bus “Silhouette,” “memorabilia displays” and several matinees. The CFR tour will be a much larger tour visiting several cities that will come within 500 miles of anywhere in the United States. This tour will also include Orlando, Denver, Lancaster, Fort Worth and Branson. Tickets are on sale now for Fort Worth and Akron. Tickets for all other locations will go on sale October 6, 2014. Standing under the same roof, in the same kitchen, around the same kitchen island where Younce and Payne had once embraced, deciding it was time to say farewell to their fans all those years ago, CFR ignited a new era of The Cathedrals in Akron, a reunion of songs and souls. “What George and Glen ‘thought’ was the end was just the beginning of another chapter of the greatest quartet to ever grace the stage,” Haase commented in a recent interview. “We hope to make them and their fans VERY PROUD!”

For more information on the upcoming Cathedrals Family Reunion® tour, visit their website at www.CathedralsFamilyReunion.com. To view CFR’s recent announcement video in Akron, go to youtube and type “cathedrals family reunion announcement” into the search bar. After August 4th, the Cathedrals Family Reunion: Past Members Reunite Live in Concert CD and DVD will be available for purchase worldwide through retailers, such as Amazon, iTunes, and www.IMCmusicSTORE. com. THE CFR GUYS OUTSIDE OF THE CHURCH WHERE CATHEDRAL QUARTET WAS FOUNDED AND RECEIVED THEIR NAME, THE ORIGINAL “CATHEDRAL OF TOMORROW”

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EVENT SCHEDULE FRIDAY EVENING | 7:00 PM (DOORS AT 6:00 PM) Featuring the current groups such as Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Legacy Five, Mark Trammell Qt, Greater Vision & Danny Funderburk. The second half of the program will be a “Cathedral” Reunion of the 80’s era of the Cathedrals.

SATURDAY MORNING | 10:00 AM (DOORS AT 9:00 AM)

THE CATHEDRALS WILL BE PERFORMING AT ALL 3 EVENT SESSIONS; HOWEVER, THE BUS AND MEMORABILIA WILL NOT BE ON DISPLAY.

Cathedral Road Stories and a time of Question and Answers featuring Ernie Haase, Scott Fowler, Mark Trammell, Gerald Wolfe, and Danny Funderburk.

JANUARY 15-16, 2015

Your opporunity to tour the Cathedrals last bus, the “Silhouette,” and see many artifacts in the Cathedrals memorabilia display.

WINTER PARK, FL | Registration Opens Oct 6

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SATURDAY EVENING | 6:00 PM (DOORS AT 5:00 PM)

Cathedral Reunion featuring the 90’s era of the Cathedrals, the hits, the moments with all the current group members present as well as the Alumni Artist singing together and multimedia presentation of Roger, Glen and George. * DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL THE REUNION IN WINTER PARK, FL WILL NOT FEATURE THE MEMORABILIA DISPLAY, BUS TOURS, OR THE SATURDAY MORNING SESSION.

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WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING... “The recurring thought for me was that George and Glen were the foundation of the group..but never made it just about themselves. They chose young men they felt would “fit” and then they allowed them to grow their talent within a “team” effort. To look on the stage and remember the individuals when they were first “Cathedrals” was gratifying. They had talent. They had drive and were given the opportunity and they earned that trust! The CFR was such a pleasure. Thanks to everyone that made it such a memorable event!” - KENNETH PAYNE (brother to the late Glen Payne)

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(L TO R): GREATER VISION IN THE EARLY YEARS; THE CATHEDRALS IN THE EARLY YEARS; MARK TRAMMELL QUARTET; SINGING WITH GOLD CITY AND CHOIR

40 YEARS OF GOD’S FAITHFULNESS

BY: LYNN MILLS

On August 17, 2014 Mark Trammell will celebrate 40 years in Gospel Music. Mark’s journey began as a student, learning from the industry’s greatest legends how to be a successful musician, singer and man of God. He has sung with the most prestigious groups in the industry, such as The Cathedrals, Kingsmen, Gold City and Greater Vision, and then went on to form his own popular group, The Mark Trammell Trio, which later became The Mark Trammell Quartet. The road he 20 | SUMMER 2014

walked has been a mix of privileges and challenges, trials and blessings…the evidence of God’s faithfulness. On The Mark Trammell Quartet’s new project, Your Walk Talks, Mark sings a song titled God’s Been Faithful. I believe as we take a few moments to reminisce with Mark about the last 40 years, we will find that faithfulness very evident while we watch his life evolve from a dream to a life’s call…

Mark was born and raised in North Little Rock, Arkansas where his father pastored for 52 years. On Sunday mornings he would watch “Singing Time in Dixie” with the Statesmen and “Gospel Singing Jubilee” before they left for church. “As a child I knew this is what I wanted to do with my life,” Mark explains. “Mom and Dad bought me a bass guitar when I was twelve years old and I would play along with the records we had of the Happy Goodman Family, Statesmen, LeFevres, Inspirations and Florida Boys.” A year later he started playing bass with the New Horizons, a part time group from Little Rock. His first professional position came when he was fifteen; he joined the Senators who were based out of Memphis, Tennessee. Mark relates that he was too young to get a driver’s license so he took a Trailways bus back and forth to Memphis every week to catch the group bus. “Very often we would get back late on Sunday night and I would spend the night in a Trailways bus headed back to Little Rock,” says Mark, “Many times on Monday morning Dad would pick me up at the terminal and take me to breakfast and then straight to school. It was tough but I wouldn’t change a thing!” During Mark’s first year with that group he sang on the same program with the Statler Brothers and they became friends. When Mark’s senior year in high school drew near he left the Senators to finish school, but Gospel Music was his first love. So it is no surprise to find that when he had time off, he would ride the bus with his brother Jerry, who was singing with the Florida Boys. It was on one of those trips where Mark met his future wife at an outdoor concert in Mississippi in the pouring down rain! Prior to LaResa and Mark’s marriage in 1978, they saw the Kingsmen in Little Rock. Mark approached Foxy and said, “I understand Mac’s left.” He said, “Yeah. Are you Jerry’s little brother?” Mark replied, “Yes, sir.” “Are you interested in the job?” he asked. Mark answered, “Yes, sir.” Mark was hired on the spot and went to work for the Kingsmen about a month later. It was during the years he played with them that the Kingsmen performed on the south lawn of the White House. Two years later, the position came open to try out for The Cathedrals. “When I went to the Kingsmen office to tell Eldridge Fox that I wanted to try out for them it took me most of the day to get enough courage to do it,” shares Mark. “I didn’t want to hurt him because he had been really good to me and I was grateful for it. Four hours later I finally did. He told me, ‘Son, book a flight to Ohio and I will pay for it. If all goes well, you have my blessing.’” On July 21, 1980 that dream came true. Mark and LaResa moved to Ohio and for a decade Mark traveled and sang with his heroes. While he was with The Cathedrals God allowed him to take part in some amazing things! They recorded with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, Pat Boone and Johnny Cash. He performed five times on the Grand Ole Opry and

MARK IN FRONT OF THE WHITE HOUSE IN 1979

numerous concerts with the Gaither Vocal Band, won the Favorite Baritone three times from the Singing News Fan Awards and his first Dove Award for producing. Mark and LaResa welcomed their son, Nick, into the world during those years. Mark says he lacked nothing, yet, there came a point when he experienced a level of misery he had never known before. The conviction of the Holy Spirit came upon him – he was lost. The Cathedrals were singing in a Starlight Crusade in Oklahoma and Dr. Eliff preached the message, “Build an Ark and Save Your Home.” The first point of the message was: Before you can do anything for the world you have to settle one question, are you truly saved? Mark says he didn’t sleep that night till about 5:00 AM, then prayed a simple prayer, “Lord, if you’re telling me that I’m lost, let me play golf with that preacher tomorrow.” On July 13, 1988 God allowed him to do that and at the Willow Creek Golf Course, Mark got on his knees alongside Dr. Eliff and asked the Lord to save him, and He did. When God showed him it was time to leave the Cathedrals, it broke his heart. Yet, He had plans for Mark in Morristown, Tennessee where he and Gerald Wolfe would form Greater Vision, and once more God showed Himself faithful on the Trammell’s behalf. “My father in-law paid for first class tickets for LaResa and I to fly from Akron to Knoxville; that was his gift of blessing to us for making the decision to move,” said Mark with that gleam in his eye when he’s getting ready to launch into a story. “However,” he went on, “that flight was delayed and we were switched to another that would take us to Charlotte, NC then Knoxville, TN. Later, we learned that when our original flight landed in Detroit en route to Knoxville it was hit by another plane on the runway, destroying the entire first class section. The people who were sitting in the seats we originally had on that flight were dead, as well as all the other passengers in first class.” God’s been faithful. In the three years Mark stayed with SUMMER 2014 | 21

Singing News. The group Greater Vision he kept getting busier and performed for Dr. W. A Criswell at the Southern busier with their schedule, and for the last two years he Baptist Convention and appeared on a Gaither didn’t do much preaching. Video for the first time. At the end of that process, He also went on his first God reminded him of the “Journeys of Paul” cruise calling He placed on Mark’s life in that area. with Dr. Charles Stanley. It was there, on the Isle “This prompted me to of Patmos, that God began to challenge him begin the ministry of The THE CATHEDRALS DURING THE MID 80S Mark Trammell Trio/ to the area of evangelism. Quartet,” Mark explains, “I “I remember telling my Dad when I was 16 the last thing I wanted to do was preach,” needed to be able to set my own schedule and book meetings because that’s what God wanted me to be involved in. We still Mark chuckles, “but God was calling me to this area of are a professional Gospel group like I’ve always been a part ministry as well. In October of 1993, I surrendered to God’s of, but there is a portion of the year where we are dedicated will.” When they came home from that trip he had a phone to just encouraging the church.” In twelve years MTQ has call from Tim Riley – Gold City needed a baritone singer. At witnessed over 500 people say the sinner’s prayer and have that point Gold City wasn’t singing much on Sundays, so he co-founded the first outreach ministry that focuses on taking moved from singing baritone with Greater Vision to singing professional Gospel Music and preaching into churches and baritone with Gold City. areas that could not otherwise afford to have it. In addition to that, the Lord has allowed Mark to be appointed to the NQC During Mark’s eight and a half years with Gold City they Board of Directors, blessed the group with nominations such performed at the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, as the top five Group of the Year 10 out of 12 years in the California and in Ireland, where they filmed a video. The group won Favorite Group (Singing News Fan Awards) twice Singing News Fan Awards, and they say he’s appeared on more Singing News magazine covers than any other Gospel and enjoyed many #1 songs. He accepted numerous awards Singer! for producing and two more Favorite Baritone awards from

Now a word from Mark... It has been a joy to spend these last 40 years in Gospel Music, but let me take a moment and share with you the basis on which this journey has come about. Let’s visit 2 Timothy 1:7, “For God has not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love and of a sound mind.” The Greek word for fear is Deilia – it means cowardice, timidity, reluctance. If we are living in that element, we are living beneath the privilege that we have as born again Believers. What are you afraid of ? God does not want us to live in fear; He wants us to live in His power. If we go to the original text for the word power, it is Dunamis – that word means the inexhaustible resource provided to us through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit of God. If there’s something you’re supposed to be doing for God and you don’t want to do it because you’re afraid, you are gonna’ fail. Twelve years ago I had that same mindset when we started this ministry. God has provided every need that we had. Was I afraid? Was it scary? Yes! Yet, in the midst of the fear I had every confidence that God had called me to it, and God was going to be the one that saw me through the process of seeing a ministry start, grow and flourish. Today, God continues to open doors to places I had never dreamed we’d go. I share that with you to let you know that if God would do it for me; He will do it for you. He also wants us to live in love – Agape. Agape means to exhibit esteem and good will toward others without selfish motivation, doing good without expecting anything in return. Then we come to sound mind and the word Sophronismos – the ability to think clearly in a world that can’t. That ability comes from the divine touch upon our lives. The One who told the waves peace be still…He is still in charge! In July, MTQ welcomed the group’s new bass singer Randy Byrd. After three months and 36 candidates for the position, MTQ is thrilled and collectively feels that Randy is the man for this season of their ministry. Many of you will remember Randy from his recent years with the prestigious Blackwood Brothers Quartet, the miles he logged with the Mike Lefevre Quartet and the Songfellows. Also, The Mark Trammell Quartet’s latest CD Your Walk Talks brings the total number of projects that Mark has recorded to 81! So here’s a question to ponder – Through the years, how many of these recordings have you collected? Let MTQ know by tweeting at them using the hashtag #Markcelebrates40yrs!

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BEYOND THE STAGE: An Artist’s Questionnaire BY: MELISSA BRADY

Nick Trammell grew up just beyond the lights of the stage and, as the son of Mark Trammell, legendary baritone for the great Cathedral Quartet, it’s plain to see Southern Gospel music is in his DNA. So it came as no surprise when Nick decided to switch his life’s work from accounting to music. He was born to sing. We already know and love him as Nick Trammell, the singer. Today we get to meet Nick Trammell, the son, husband, father and friend. What is your favorite moment of the day? At home, it’s when my daughter wakes up. On the road, it’s when I start the first track for a concert. If you weren’t a singer, what would you be? My degree is in accounting, so probably something related to that. Which living person do you most admire? There are two people I truly admire. My dad and Dr. Bob Pitman. What words or phrases do you overuse? “Thank you, we’re glad to be here!” What talent would you most like to have? Playing the piano. I never took the lessons seriously when I was younger. That, and strong public speaking skills. If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be? I wouldn’t worry so much. And maybe a little more hair. Are those related? What is your most cherished possession? I have two. The bass guitar that my dad learned how to play on, and a microphone that was used on the final episode of the Gospel Singing Jubilee. 26 | SUMMER 2014

What is your greatest fear? My family being harmed in any way. What is your motto? Do what you love. Do you have a nickname? Not one that anyone has called me to my face :) If you were a color, what would you be? 7. Who is your greatest musical influence? My dad. What is your idea of a perfect day? Any day with my wife and daughter. We like to take her to the zoo, or the aquarium. What makes you laugh? Pat Barker. What is your favorite sound? Hearing “Daddy!” when I come home from the weekend.

(L TO R): NICK WITH WIFE, JESSICA AND DAUGHTER, TESSA; NICK AND TESSA; NICK FISHING IN ALASKA; NICK AND HIS FATHER, MARK TRAMMELL; NICK WITH JESSICA AND TESSA

What does God mean to you? He has been so good to me. I’m blessed far beyond what I deserve. He has given me a beautiful family, and has allowed me to do what I love to do for a living. I can’t be grateful enough.

What do you do to unwind? I enjoy playing golf with Dad or watching sports. When I get home from a trip, I like to be in my back yard with my family, pushing Tessa on her swing, or just sitting in lawn chairs, watching her play.

What is your greatest extravagance? I have an embarrassingly large necktie collection.

What is your favorite song? Glen Payne singing “We Shall See Jesus.”

What books are currently on your nightstand? My Bible and Sound EQ for Dummies

What is your greatest regret? Caring too much about what people thought of me when I was younger. And the doughnut I just ate...

What CD is in your player? An album of kids songs with the name “Tessa” inserted in the lyrics. Help me. If you could have dinner with anyone, who would it be? Charlie Trammell, Larry Sparks, and Owen Hutcheson. If there was a movie made of your life, what would the title be? I Don’t Get It.

If you could go anywhere, where would you go? A remote location in Alaska to fish. In the summer, of course. What is the first song you ever sang? Dad was preaching a revival in Dyersburg, TN at, Dianne Wilkinson’s home church, and I sang “He Brought Me Through” the first night. I was about 11 or 12.

What is your favorite gift you ever received? Salvation is the greatest of all gifts. I also got a bike with a radio attached to the handlebars when I was 10. That was pretty cool.

What do you consider your greatest achievement? I have been blessed to be a part of, and do some wonderful things in my life. I grew up around some of the most influential, and well known, people in the industry of Gospel music. I’ve been privileged to sing on some of the biggest stages, with some great groups. The thing that I am the most proud of, however, is my family. I have the best parents who raised me in a Christian home, I have an amazing wife, a beautiful daughter, and a son due in October. That is, in my mind, my greatest achievement. They are my support system and my biggest cheerleaders. I could not do what I do without them.

Dog or cat? Dog!

What is the craziest thing that ever happened on tour? What happens on the bus stays on the bus :)

What would you say are the aspects of true friendship? Loving someone in spite of their shortcomings, and being there for them, when no one else is, in their time of need. And chocolate.

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AMERICA God shed His grace on thee BY: SCOTT FOWLER

SCOTT FOWLER AND HIS SON

I am NOT proud to be an American. You heard me right. I am not proud to be an American. That’s what 44 percent of American citizens recently said in a pew poll. (http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2014/06/27/ stunner-44-percent-not-proud-to-be-american/). Well let me be clear….I WAS NOT POLLED….BUT I AM VERY PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN. Now…am I proud of everything that happens in America? No! Am I proud of some cultural shifts happening in America? No! Am I proud of some of the legislation passed in America? No! Am I proud of the way some Americans act? NO! Am I proud that 44% of Americans are not PROUD to be Americans? No! But am I personally proud to be an American? YES! I don’t want to be anything else. People still flock to America, both legally and illegally because they want what we have. Recently, parents from Central America sent their kids here by the thousands in hopes that they could live in AMERICA! My kids sleep in a warm, dry, safe bed….in AMERICA! I can go to a church of my choice….in AMERICA. If I decide I don’t

like that church anymore, I can leave and go to a different church…in AMERICA. I can sing music about Jesus…. in AMERICA. I can pursue my dreams and aspirations…. in AMERICA! I drink safe water….in AMERICA. I breath clean air…in AMERICA. I get to try to elect leaders of my choice…in AMERICA! When I don’t like what those leaders do, I can criticize them…in AMERICA. I can own a gun…in AMERICA. I can get married to whom I want…. in AMERICA. I can have as many kids as I want…in AMERICA! I can peacefully protest…in AMERICA. I can eat potato chips and drink soda…in AMERICA. I can be a vegetarian…in AMERICA! I can be friends with people of other races and religions…in AMERICA! I can listen to gospel music….in AMERICA. I can listen to Rock and Roll music…in AMERICA. I can listen to NO MUSIC…in AMERICA. I can drive a little car…in AMERICA. I can drive a big car…in AMERICA. Perhaps we need to spend more time concentrating on what we DO HAVE instead of what we DO NOT HAVE! Then maybe those 44% would be proud to be an AMERICAN again. America…the land of the free….the home of the brave. America…land that I love. America….God shed His grace on thee.

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BY: MELISSA BRADY

On Monday, July 7, 2014, there was an electric excitement in the air as an audience of 1,500 filled the beautiful auditorium of First Baptist Church of Morristown, Tennessee, to participate in the filming of Gospel Music Hymn Sing®. The artists: The Mark Trammell Quartet, The Mylon Hayes Family, The Hoppers, The Talleys, Karen Peck & New River, Greater Vision, Tribute Quartet, Jim & Melissa Brady, The Nelons, The Whisnants, and others, took to the stage to sing from the beloved old red-backed hymnal, while the congregation sang along on each song. The evening was filled with great moments, including The Mylon Hayes Family, singing the “Do Re Mi’s” on “Jesus Spoke To Me” and it was especially moving to hear the combined local choirs of First Baptist Church and Alpha Baptist Church singing “I Know He Heard My Prayer” exactly as it is written in the hymnal. The applause was thunderous for Pat Barker, Chris Allman, Rodney Griffin, and Mark Trammell, as they sang The Cathedral’s famed a capella rendition of “Wonderful Grace Of Jesus.” Folks came from all across the country, and it was exciting to have Mildred Spethman, all the way from El Cajon, California. In celebration of Mildred’s 100th birthday, Gerald Wolfe sang “Never Grow Old” just for her and, when asked why she traveled the many miles to attend the taping, she said “If that many people are going to be singing hymns in harmony, I HAVE to be there!” As 30 hymns were sung during the filming, the audience was moved to tears and filled with a spirit of worship. It was definitely a night to be remembered. After the event, Gerald said, “There is simply no substitute for the experience of corporate worship. To be in a beautiful church, filled to capacity with fellow believers, lifting their voices together in praise to The Lord, is both humbling and awe-inspiring. This evening was that—and much more.” The entire event was recorded in HD and 5.1 Surround Sound. The DVD will be released on Sept. 22, debuting at the National Quartet Convention. Best of all, if you want to see this exciting event live, plans are already being made for more Gospel Music Hymn Sing® events in the near future! Be watching www.IMCconcerts.com for event listing. Gospel Music Hymn Sing® is exclusively promoted and managed by IMC management. (TOP TO BOTTOM): CONTROL ROOM; KAREN PECK AND NEW RIVER SINGING AT THE HYMN SING; AUDIENCE DURING THE HYMN SING RECORDING; CHRIS ALLMAN, JEFF WHISNANT AND AARON HISE SINGING AT THE HYMN SING

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BY: VERONICA BURNISTON

Every southern gospel fan has a question he hopes to ask his favorite gospel singer. Now, with the help of a new and promising interview series called “On the Couch with Fouch,” fans finally get a chance to do it.

MATT FOUCH

So, what is “On the Couch with Fouch”? “On the Couch with Fouch” is a new and engaging interview series hosted by Legacy Five’s bass singer, Matt Fouch. Releasing a new interview on the first day of each month, Fouch interviews numerous gospel artists such as Ronnie Booth of The Booth Brothers, Chris Allman of Greater Vision, and Legacy Five’s Scott Fowler.

In addition to the monthly interview series, Fouch decided to expand on the idea by creating weekly podcasts and a new video blog. These weekly video blogs and podcasts (audio interviews) give Fouch the opportunity to interview new and rising gospel artists, share Southern Gospel news segments, as well as keep fans up to date on the recent happenings with Legacy Five.

During these ten to twenty minute interviews, Fouch asks the artists a variety of questions, some of which are actually questions submitted by fans.

Just out of curiosity, does the series actually take place on a couch? Although the couches vary in size, color, and location, “On the Couch with Fouch” does, indeed, take place on a couch when at all possible.

“These videos are social media driven,” Fouch writes, “which gives it a uniqueness not seen in Southern Gospel music. Those that follow me on Twitter and Facebook have the chance to submit questions, whether it’s a serious or funny question...I am usually able to [use] about ten of them [in the interview].” 34 | SUMMER 2014

How did the series start? According to Fouch, the first glimpse of this interview series appeared when he was still singing with Soul’d Out Quartet (SOQT). Bryan Hutson, a fellow SOQT member, brought

(L TO R): MATT INTERVIEWING SCOTT FOWLER; MATT INTERVIEWING DEVIN MCGLAMERY

up the idea of creating a series of video interviews with the group. “He jokingly called it ‘On the Couch with Fouch,’” Fouch recalls. “Before I left Soul’d Out Quartet, I interviewed all of the members as well as Clayton Inman and Aaron Wilburn. Once I joined Legacy Five, I decided to continue the interviews.” Where can fans access Fouch’s interviews? Fans can view all the interviews, listen to the podcasts, and sign up to receive a weekly e-letter that announces new video and podcast releases at Fouch’s website: www.mattfouch.com. How do fans submit questions? To submit questions, simply join Fouch on Twitter (www. twitter.com/L5bass) or on FaceBook (www.facebook.com/ mattfouchbass). Finally, and most importantly, what is the Fouch Zone? The Fouch Zone takes place in the last few minutes of each

interview when Fouch gets to ask the artists a few questions of his own. The catch is they’re timed questions. This fast and humorous exchange tends to go something like this: Fouch: What is the capital of Kazakhstan? Artist: Isla... Fouch: Time! What is the total mass of five CDs? Artist: Maybe-Fouch: Time! Why are long pants long? Artist: ... Fouch: Time! “On the Couch with Fouch” is an informative, engaging, and downright entertaining interview series that gives southern gospel fans a glimpse into the lives of their favorite music artists. In addition, the series gives fans the opportunity to ask those gnawing questions and finally get some answers. So be sure to tune in to Fouch’s interviews each month and enjoy ten to twenty minutes learning about and laughing alongside some of today’s most talented performers. SUMMER 2014 | 35

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BY: MARY ALICE LOVELACE

(L TO R, TOP TO BOTTOM): GRACIE AND GABRIELLE AT THE BEACH; TIM AND HIS GIRLS; MARY ALICE AND THE GIRLS ENJOY AN EVENING AT MYRTLE BEACH; ON A RIVERBOAT CRUISE ON THE PEARL RIVER IN CHINA; GABRIELLE AND GRACIE’S FIRST CHRISTMAS TOGETHER

In August of 2007, our daughter Gabrielle, who was four years old at the time, came to me and asked if I could teach her how to count to ten in Chinese. When I told her that I couldn’t, she asked if her daddy could. He, of course, gave her the same resounding “no” that I had given her. A few days later, a friend of mine called to tell me that the Knoxville Chinese Christian Church was offering Mandarin classes for children and asked if I thought Gabrielle would be interested in learning the Chinese language. I couldn’t believe my ears! I told her that Gabrielle had already expressed an interest in that language, and when I asked Gabrielle if she would like to attend the classes, she was beyond excited and couldn’t wait to start! God had—very quickly—given her the desire of her heart. She enthusiastically attended the classes and fell in love with the language. About a year later, she came to me one day while I was in the kitchen and said, “Mama, God spoke to my heart and told me He’s going to give me a Chinese sister.” I was a little surprised, but I honestly didn’t think much of it at the time. However, it was not simply a passing thought for her. Clearly, she was serious about this, and she wasn’t going to let us forget about it. Every couple of days she would ask, “Are you working on getting my sister?” Then she began to ask, “Are you praying about it?” That’s when Tim and I knew that we had better start talking to God about this ourselves. We found an adoption agency in South Carolina that facilitates China adoptions, and we decided it would be a good idea to take Gabrielle there to let her meet the staff and

learn what adoption is all about. We wanted her to have a full understanding of what would be involved if we decided to pursue this dream of hers. But who were we kidding? She had been ready for months! It wasn’t long before we were walking alongside Gabrielle on the road to adoption—the journey to her sister! In April of 2009, we started our paperwork. Anyone who has been through the adoption process knows that the paperwork alone is one of the hardest, most tedious tasks. When we were able to view a list of adoptable children, Gabrielle knew right away which one was her sister—a little girl who is only 7 months younger than her. She had loved her from the moment God spoke to her heart! In June of 2010, we traveled to China and brought home Gabrielle’s sister, Gracie Mae. The question we are most frequently asked is, “How did you prepare Gabrielle for your adoption?” I have to answer in all honesty and say, “We didn’t prepare her, she prepared us!”

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He Washed My Feet written in 1998

Verse 1 The moment our eyes met, I knew this was the night That I would betray Him the precious, Lamb of God No other disciple was aware of my plan ‘Til He rose from the table with something in His hand His Holy eyes pierced through me Revealing all my sin I knew His wrath was coming And this would be the end CHORUS But He bowed, and He Washed My Feet Knowing that I was the cause of His grief When He should have scolded, He whispered, “Peace” As He bowed, and He Washed My Feet Verse 2 Judas would fail Him, but He’s no worse than I The moment I gave in to Satan’s compromise Ungrateful that Jesus, had saved me from hell, I was walking so proudly And that’s when I fell His Holy eyes pierced through me Revealing all my sin I knew His wrath was coming And this would be the end

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RODNEY GRIFFIN

I love to write songs in the first person. I enjoy putting myself in someone else’s shoes, and trying to feel what they felt at a particular moment. It’s quite challenging to write this way because you take the risk of the listener not knowing exactly who you are portraying. You have to be very clear. If they don’t pick right up with the story as you begin, they probably will not be able to follow you through to the ending. However, I took this chance in 1998 when I wanted to write about what could be called “The” most awkward moment in the history of mankind…

It started out as a normal night of fellowship. The disciples had prepared the Passover meal there in the upper room and everyone there was ready to enjoy… all except for one. He was the one with the hidden agenda. He was the evil planner. He was the betrayer. He was Judas. Taking his place there at the table, he planned his attack. While others were enthralled with the words of the Master, he was hearing the clang of thirty pieces of silver. That was until Jesus broke the program, and came face to face with satan. As only a Holy, humble servant would, Jesus prepared a basin of water, gird Himself with a towel, and began, one by one, washing the disciples feet. His goal…Judas. He and Judas were the only ones in the room who knew what was going on behind the scenes. It was classic darkness versus light. How would Jesus react to the one He knew would betray Him? Would He embarrass Judas by telling Judas’ secret sin, and then refuse to wash Judas’ feet because of it? I’ve often wondered what went through Judas’ mind at that moment. Knowing he deserved scolding for what he would do to the Master, he watched Jesus with cautious eyes. Finally, the moment of truth came… the most awkward moment in history. Purity knelt before the pathetic. Holiness knelt before hatred… and served him. Jesus carefully and lovingly washed the feet of the one who would soon lead Him to an old rugged cross. Why did I write this song? What motivated me? If I were honest with you, I would tell you that it is because Judas and I have a lot in common. We’ve both dropped the ball when we should have carried it a little further. We’ve both turned our heads when someone needed us. We’ve both portrayed to be something we are not. But, thanks be to God, we have one more thing in common…We’ve both had our feet washed by a precious, loving and forgiving Master Who said, “I love you anyway”.

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BY: DOUG ANDERSON

Bringing joy to the stage

Having been with Ernie Haase and Signature Sound (EHSS) since the beginning, I have had the opportunity to go overseas many times. Each time, I have enjoyed the experience, the sights, and more than anything, the people. However the trip we were able to make this summer will go down as my favorite. We were able to visit Belfast, Northern Ireland, Larrabee, Scotland, The Netherlands, and Riga Latvia. The trip actually started out pretty rocky for me. Due to storms, my plane was cancelled out of Indianapolis to meet my connection with the rest of the EHSS guys in New Jersey. After 36 hours of delay I finally met up with them in Belfast. Belfast, Northern Ireland is one of my favorite cities with its old buildings and of course, it’s one of the favorite places for EHSS members to find stage attire. After a workout and a trip around the city and some famous fish and chips it was time to head to the venue for the evening show. Belfast always brings great crowds of enthusiastic people and we are never disappointed. One of the highlights for us is to stand in the lobbies and meet and greet all the lovely people after the show. After the show we were quickly taken to the hotel to get a couple hours sleep before a 5:00 am lobby call to go to the airport. The next stop was Larrabee, Scotland where we were thrilled to get to perform at the historic Larbert Hall. Another great show with amazing people. We were thrilled with the amount of new people who were seeing us for the first time due to finding us on Youtube and watching the new Oh What a Savior video. We also met up with our old friends the Selwyn family. You may remember their son Colet, who won the CFR singing contest. Another early morning flight took us to Amsterdam where we performed that night for the first time with a live orchestra. We have always had orchestration on our projects, but to feel that live energy that they brought to the show was something I will never forget. The audience was electric that night which just makes us want to give them more. Ernie called a program that was a big mixture of old and new classics. We did have some sightseeing time in Amsterdam the next day. We visited Ann Frank’s house and walked around the city taking in the architecture, history and of course the food. The

Canal lined city was a great place to explore, relax and hang out together. The next two days were my favorite. We were able to stay in the Netherlands and be a part of the Opwekking festval, which is a gospel festival of music and speaking. It is held on the weekend of Pentecost and is pretty much like a Gospel Woodstock. 80,000 people in tents and campers come from all over to celebrate Jesus for three days. Not only did we get to sing on their two biggest stages but we had time to participate in the activities of the festival ourselves. We were all overwhelmed and moved that so many people from all different walks of life were there to celebrate our Savior. Our last stop was Riga, Latvia which was one of the last regions of Europe to be Christianized. One of the most humbling experiences of the trip found us singing to sweet people longing to find the joy that we brought to the stage that night. The opening group was a quartet who had watched many of our videos and knew our music backwards and forwards. They call themselves Signature Sound Latvia. They have it down too, all the way to the suits, hair, and moves on stage. One of those things that just makes you smile is the fact that all the miles and time we put in has made a positive influence on some young kids. To us, that is what it’s all about. After one more early morning it was time to go home. While sitting on a plane for nine hours, we had a lot of time to discuss the trip. As you can see, we had a great time. The people were so glad we were there, but in the end, I think they were a bigger blessing to us. It was worth all the cancelled fights, layovers, late nights, and early morning lobby calls. It was truly one of my favorite trips for so many reasons and I think the guys would agree. The people overseas hold a very special place in our hearts and we look forward to visiting again soon. I finally landed in Indianapolis with no delays, thanking God for safe travels. As always, it’s great to make the trip, but there is no place like home.

(L TO R, TOP TO BOTTOM): OPWEKKING FESTIVAL; EHSS GUYS AND WAYNE HAUN IN AMSTERDAM; AMSTERDAM; SCOTLAND; DOUG ANDERSON IN AMSTERDAM, DEVIN MCGLAMERY, DOUG ANDERSON, ERNIE HAASE, DAVID GRIFFITH (ROAD MANAGER) AND WAYNE HAUN AT THE OPWEKKING FESTIVAL

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Beyond our plans, beyond our own abilities, beyond our failures, beyond our own God-given talents, above and beyond anything we could ask or even imagine. God has a plan for each of us, to rise above the ashes and to live powerfully for Him.

Anthony Facello, the group’s founder and tenor singer, is no stranger to Christia n music. The Dove nominated male vocalist has been traveling for 18 years. He has sung and toured with some of Gospel music’s most recognized names and even enjoyed being a part of the well-known Gaither tour on several occasions. Anthony has an incredible tenor voice, but it is his heart that really sets him apart. He is deeply committed to his calling. He would rather see someone sincerely touched by the music than be recognized for his gifts. Dustin Doyle is an incredible talent. He sings, plays, and writes music. Dustin has a rich heritage in gospel music. Being raised as a pastor’s son, Dustin gained a love for God and Christian music. He is a tremendous man of God who balances a beautiful family and road life so well. Although a relative newcomer to the stage, Tyler Vestal’s love for and knowledge of gospel music goes back to his childhood. Tyler learned to sing harmony and play the piano by his mother playing and singing gospel music in their home and their church throughout his life, as well as with the poplular female trio she co-founded, Rejoice! At the age of 17, Tyler joined Rejoice as bass singer, bringing a great new dimension to their sound and performance. He is a very gifted musician and vocalist and many have compared him to some fo the greatest pianists in gospel music. Each young man in the group brings an exuberant love, respect, and admirat ion for Christian music. Their lives are dedicated to reaching out with a fresh new zeal and passion for those who desire a closer relationship with the Lord. Their musical style and diversity is rooted in Gospel music with tight harmonies and a rich blend. Their talent opens the door for them to convey several styles and genres of music with one common denominator: it is music that speaks to the heart of the listener. It is music for the church. WWW.BEYONDTHEASHESONLINE.COM

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ARKANSAS September 18, 2014 – 7:00 PM Jonesboro, AR Mark Trammell Quartet Northeast Arkansas District Fairgrounds 870-897-2645 marktrammellministries.com 52 | SPRING 2014

September 26, 2014 – 7:30 PM Searcy, AR The Nelons Get Down Downtown kellynelon.com October 24, 2014 – 7:00 PM Searcy, AR Mark Trammell Quartet Valley Baptist Church 501-283-0905 marktrammellministries.com

CALIFORNIA September 14, 2014 – 6:00 PM Sacramento, CA Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Trinity Life Center 916-348-4673 erniehaase.com October 5, 2014 – 6:00 PM Sacramento, CA Ken Davis Trinity Life Center 800-965-9324 imcconcerts.com November 7, 2014 – 7:30 PM Riverdale, CA Beyond The Ashes Riverdale Assembly of God beyondtheashesonline.com November 20, 2014 – 7:00 PM Yuba City, CA Legacy Five Crossroads Community Church legacyfive.com November 21, 2014 – 7:00 PM Stockton, CA Legacy Five Quail Lakes Baptist Church 800-965-9324 www.IMCconcerts.com November 22, 2014 – 6:00 PM Seal Beach, CA Legacy Five McGaugh Elementary School Auditorium l800-965-9324 www.IMCconcerts.com

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November 23, 2014 – 6:00 PM Zephyrhills, FL Beyond The Ashes Zephyr Christian Church beyondtheashesonline.com November 23, 2014 – 6:00 PM Pace, FL TaRanda Greene Pace Assembly of God tarandamusic.com

GEORGIA FLORIDA October 13, 2014 – 6:30 PM Orlando, FL Greater Vision First Baptist Church of Central Florida 407-293-4571 greatervisionmusic.com October 14, 2014 – 6:30 PM Orlando, FL Greater Vision First Baptist Church of Central Florida 407-293-4571 greatervisionmusic.com October 24, 2014 – 7:00 PM Graceville, FL The Nelons RG Lee Chapel kellynelon.com November 15, 2014 – 6:00 PM Apopka, FL The Taylors Apopka Calvary Church of The Nazarene 407-733-6165 thetaylorsmusic.com November 16, 2014 – 9:00 AM & 10:30 AM Inverness, FL The Taylors Cornerstone Baptist Church thetaylorsmusic.com November 21, 2014 – 7:00 PM Crestview, FL Beyond The Ashes Central Baptist Church beyondtheashesonline.com

September 5, 2014 – 7:00 PM Cartersville, GA The Nelons Atco Baptist Church kellynelon.com September 6, 2014 – 7:00 PM Norman Park, GA Beyond The Ashes First Baptist Church Norman Park beyondtheashesonline.com September 7, 2014 – 11:00 AM Vidalia, GA Beyond The Ashes Vidalia Baptist Temple beyondtheashesonline.com September 21, 2014 – 7:00 PM Dunwoody, GA Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Dunwoody Baptist Church 800-965-9324 erniehaase.com September 28, 2014 – 11:00 AM Kennesaw, GA The Taylors Shiloh Hills Baptist Church thetaylorsmusic.com September 28, 2014 – 7:00 PM Chatsworth, GA The Taylors Free Hope Baptist Church 706-695-3717 thetaylorsmusic.com October 4, 2014 – 7:00 PM Ballgorund, GA Triumphant Quartet Calvary Baptist Church 770-878-4000 triumphantquartet.com

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October 21, 2014 – 10:00 AM Perry, GA The Nelons Georgia National Fairgrounds kellynelon.com October 29, 2014 – 6:00 PM Hartwell, GA The Nelons Hartwell First United Methodist kellynelon.com November 1, 2014 – 7:00 PM Helen, GA The Nelons Helen First Baptist Church kellynelon.com November 9, 2014 – 6:00 PM Flowery Branch, GA Greater Vision Blackshear Place Baptist Church 770-534-7058 greatervisionmusic.com

IDAHO September 14, 2014 – 10:00 AM Caldwell, ID Beyond The Ashes Valley Church beyondtheashesonline.com

September 7, 2014 – 8:30 AM, 11:00 AM, & 5:30 PM Bourbannais, IL The Taylors River Valley Christian Fellowship thetaylorsmusic.com September 12, 2014 – 7:00 PM Salem, IL Booth Brothers First Christian Church boothbrothers.com September 13, 2014 – 7:00 PM Machnesey, IL Mark Trammell Quartet First Baptist Machnesey Park 815-742-953 marktrammellministries.com September 21, 2014 – 7:00 PM Morrison, IL Legacy Five Emmanuel Reformed Church legacyfive.com October 3, 2014 – 6:30 PM Bourbonnais, IL Mark Trammell Quartet River Valley Christian Fellowship 815-929-9041 marktrammellministries.com

October 18, 2014 – 6:00 PM Springfield, IL Mark Trammell Quartet September 14, 2014 – 6:00 PM Real Life Church Nampa, ID 217-482-5114 Beyond The Ashes Nampa First Church of the Nazarene marktrammellministries.com beyondtheashesonline.com October 19, 2014 – 6:00 PM Bridgeport, IL November 18, 2014 – 7:00 PM Beyond The Ashes Nampa, ID First United Methodist Church Legacy Five beyondtheashesonline.com First Nazarene Church legacyfive.com October 19, 2014 – 6:00 PM Galatia, IL Mark Trammell Quartet First Baptist Church of Galatia ILLINOIS 618-268-4541 marktrammellministries.com September 4, 2014 – 7:00 PM Normal, IL November 15, 2014 – 6:00 PM Booth Brothers Chicago, IL Calvary Baptist Church TaRanda Greene boothbrothers.com Chicago Tabernacle 773-583-7344 September 6, 2014 – 6:00 PM tarandamusic.com Bourbonnais, IL The Nelons River Valley Christian Fellowship kellynelon.com

November 16, 2014 – 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, & 12:30 PM Chicago, IL TaRanda Greene Chicago Tabernacle 773-583-7344 tarandamusic.com November 20, 2014 – 6:30 PM Bourbonnais, IL Greater Vision River Valley Christian Fellowship 815-929-0783 greatervisionmusic.com November 21, 2014 – 7:00 PM Salem, IL Greater Vision, Triumphant Quartet First Christian Church 618-245-9133 greatervisionmusic.com triumphantquartet.com

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October 2, 2014 – 7:00 PM Aurora, IN The Nelons Aurora Farmers Fair kellynelon.com October 4, 2014 – 7:00 PM Anderson, IN The Nelons Gaither Fall Festival kellynelon.com October 4, 2014 – 6:00 PM Bluffton, IN Mark Trammell Quartet Gospel Barn 770-266-1013 marktrammellministries.com October 10, 2014 – 7:00 PM Madison, IN Ernie Haase & Signature Sound North Madison Christian Church 800-965-9324 erniehaase.com

September 6, 2014 – 2:00 PM Richmond, IN Booth Brothers First Baptist Church boothbrothers.com

October 19, 2014 – 10:00 AM Martinsville, IN Beyond The Ashes First Christian Church of Martinsville beyondtheashesonline.com

September 11-12, 2014 – 7:00 PM Shipshewana, IN Triumphant Quartet Blue Gate Theater 888-447-4725 triumphantquartet.com

October 25, 2014 – 2:00 PM Bluffton, IN Triumphant Quartet Gospel Barn 765-564-6095 triumphantquartet.com

September 19, 2014 – 7:00 PM Indianapolis, IN Legacy Five First Church of the Nazarene legacyfive.com

November 7, 2014 – 7:00 PM Oakland City, IN Booth Brothers Johnson Center boothbrothers.com

September 20, 2014 – 2:00 PM Bluffton, IN Greater Vision Gospel Barn 765-564-6095 greatervisionmusic.com

November 13-15, 2014 – 7:00 PM Shipshewana, IN Booth Brothers Bluegate Restaurant and Theater boothbrothers.com

September 20, 2014 – 6:00 PM Portage, IN Legacy Five Portage High School East legacyfive.com

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IOWA September 14, 2014 – 2:00 PM Pella, IA Mark Trammell Quartet Pella Christian High School Vermeer Auditorium 641-660-0443 marktrammellministries.com November 2, 2014 – 6:00 PM Newton, IA Beyond The Ashes Cornerstone Bible Fellowship beyondtheashesonline.com

KANSAS October 11, 2014 – 7:00 PM Meade, KS Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Meade High School 620-873-2742 erniehaase.com November 1, 2014 – 7:00 PM Topeka, KS Beyond The Ashes Lakeview Church of the Nazarene beyondtheashesonline.com November 1, 2014 – 6:00 PM McPherson, KS Triumphant Quartet New Hope Evangelical Church 620-245-0303 triumphantquartet.com

KENTUCKY September 28, 2014 – 4:00 PM London, KY Legacy Five World Chicken Festival Main Stage legacyfive.com November 2, 2014 – 6:00 PM Somerset, KY Booth Brothers East Somerset Baptist Church boothbrothers.com

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November 6, 2014 – 7:00 PM Danville, KY Tim Lovelace First Baptist Church timlovelace.com November 9, 2014 – 6:00 PM Hopkinsville, KY Booth Brothers Second Baptist Church boothbrothers.com

MICHIGAN September 13, 2014 – 6:00 PM Reed City, MI Triumphant Quartet 231-250-0134 triumphantquartet.com

LOUISIANA

September 28, 2014 – 11:00 AM Waterford, MI Beyond The Ashes Williams Lake Church of the Nazarene beyondtheashesonline.com

October 23, 2014 – 7:00 PM Leesville, LA Beyond The Ashes The Church House beyondtheashesonline.com

September 28, 2014 – 5:00 PM Burton, MI Beyond The Ashes South Flint Church of the Nazarene beyondtheashesonline.com

October 25, 2014 – 6:00 PM Minden, LA Mark Trammell Quartet Eastside Baptist Church 318-746-6272 marktrammellministries.com

October 3, 2014 – 7:00 PM Kalamazoo, MI Triumphant Quartet Chenery Auditorium 269-207-7535 triumphantquartet.com

MAINE October 17, 2014 – 7:00 PM Waterville, ME The Taylors Faith Evangelical Free Church 207-751-3742 thetaylorsmusic.com

MARYLAND September 12, 2014 – 7:00 PM Crisfield, MD The Nelons Crisfield Wesleyan Church kellynelon.com

MASSACHUSETTS October 19, 2014 – 7:00 PM Worcester, MA The Taylors Christ Baptist Church thetaylorsmusic.com

October 5, 2014 Byron Center, MI Greater Vision, Legacy Five Rush Creek Bible Church 616-878-9190 greatervisionmusic.com legacyfive.com October 11, 2014 – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM Hillsdale, MI Booth Brothers The Gospel Barn boothbrothers.com October 12, 2014 – 11:00 AM & 2:30 PM Auburn Hills, MI Booth Brothers North Auburn Hills Baptist boothbrothers.com October 18, 2014 – 7:00 PM Hillsdale, MI Beyond The Ashes The Gospel Barn beyondtheashesonline.com

October 19, 2014 – 7:00 PM Jackson, MI Ernie Haase & Signature Sound George E. Potter Center at Jackson Community College erniehaase.com October 19, 2014 – 8:30 PM Mackinac Island, MI Tim Lovelace Mackinac Grand Hotel timlovelace.com October 20, 2014 – 10:30 AM Mackinac Island, MI Tim Lovelace Mackinac Grand Hotel timlovelace.com October 24, 2014 – 7:00 PM Hudsonville, MI Triumphant Quartet Fellowship Reformed Church 616-443-8939 triumphantquartet.com November 1, 2014 – 6:00 PM Roseville, MI Greater Vision, Legacy Five Cornerstone Baptist Church 586-446-0080 greatervisionmusic.com legacyfive.com November 19, 2014 – 7:00 PM Kalamazoo, MI Greater Vision Howard Chenery Auditorium 269-337-0424 greatervisionmusic.com

MINNESOTA October 3, 2014 – 7:00 PM Brainerd, MN Legacy Five Tornstorm Auditorium legacyfive.com

MISSOURI September 1, 2014 – 6:00 PM Branson, MO Booth Brothers Silver Dollar City boothbrothers.com

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September 13, 2014 – 6:00 PM Steelville, MO Booth Brothers Meramec Music Theatre boothbrothers.com October 16, 2014 – 6:00 PM Stanton, MO Greater Vision Meramec Caverns 314-772-3048 greatervisionmusic.com October 16, 2014 – 6:00 PM Stanton, MO Mark Trammell Quartet Meramec Baptist Church 417-236-9090 marktrammellministries.com October 18, 2014 – 6:00 PM Stanton, MO Booth Brothers Meramec Caverns boothbrothers.com October 24, 2014 – 7:00 PM Lebanon, MO Legacy Five Cowan Civic Center legacyfive.com November 22, 2014 – 7:00 PM Steelville, MO Triumphant Quartet Meramec Music Theatre 573-775-5999 triumphantquartet.com November 30, 2014 – 4:00 PM Branson, MO Mark Trammell Quartet Showboat Branson Belle marktrammellministries.com

MISSISSIPPI October 10, 2014 – 7:30 PM Jacksonville, MS Triumphant Quartet Wesley Bibical Seminary 601-966-7600 triumphantquartet.com

NEBRASKA September 20, 2014 – 7:00 PM Lincoln, NE Beyond The Ashes Piedmont Park Seventh Day Adventist Church beyondtheashesonline.com

NEVADA November 9, 2014 – 8:15 AM Boulder City, NV Beyond The Ashes Christian Center Church beyondtheashesonline.com November 9, 2014 – 6:00 PM Las Vegas, NV Beyond The Ashes Foothills Baptist Church beyondtheashesonline.com

October 5, 2014 – 10:30 AM Batavia, NY Beyond The Ashes Batavia Assembly of God beyondtheashesonline.com October 19, 2014 – 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, & 3:00 PM Brooklyn, NY TaRanda Greene Brooklyn Tabernacle tarandamusic.com October 24, 2014 – 7:00 PM New Hartford, NY Booth Brothers Immanuel Baptist Church boothbrothers.com November 6, 2014 – 7:00 PM Port Crane, NY Mark Trammell Quartet First Baptist Church 607-648-8076 marktrammellministries.com

NEW BRUNSWICK, CANADA

NORTH CAROLINA

October 4, 2014 – 7:30 PM Franklin, NC Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 828-524-1598 erniehaase.com October 10, 2014 – 6:30 PM Gastonia, NC Greater Vision Parkwood Baptist Church 704-823-0271 greatervisionmusic.com October 12, 2014 – 10:00 AM Winston Salem, NC Mark Trammell Quartet Oaklawn Baptist Church 336-785-0010 marktrammellministries.com October 16, 2014 – 7:00 PM Rutherfordton, NC Triumphant Quartet R S Central High School 828-657-9830 triumphantquartet.com

September 19, 2014 – 7:00 PM Cullowhee, NC The Nelons Ramsey Regional Activity Center kellynelon.com

October 18, 2014 – 6:00 PM Fayetteville, NC Greater Vision Fayetteville Community Church 910-890-9986 greatervisionmusic.com

September 19, 2014 – 7:00 PM Charlotte, NC Triumphant Quartet Providence Baptist Church 704-366-4030 triumphantquartet.com

October 19, 2014 – 6:30 PM Goldsboro, NC Greater Vision Faith Free Will Baptist Church 919-734-8700 greatervisionmusic.com

September 4, 2014 – 7:00 PM Port Crane, NY Triumphant Quartet First Baptist Church 607-648-8076 triumphantquartet.com

September 20, 2014 – 6:00 PM Greensboro, NC The Nelons Special Events Center kellynelon.com

October 21, 2014 – 7:00 PM Ridgecrest, NC Tim Lovelace Lifeway Conference Center timlovelace.com

October 3, 2014 – 7:00 PM Port Crane, NY Beyond The Ashes First Baptist Church of Port Crane beyondtheashesonline.com

September 20, 2014 – 6:00 PM Fayetteville, NC The Taylors Mount Gilead Baptist Church thetaylorsmusic.com

October 4, 2014 – 7:00 PM Verona, NY Beyond The Ashes Verona Seventh Day Baptist Church beyondtheashesonline.com

September 21, 2014 – 11:00 AM Louisburg, NC The Taylors White Level Baptist Church thetaylorsmusic.com

October 22, 2014 – 6:30 PM West Jefferson, NC TaRanda Greene Bald Mountain Baptist Church 336-877-1550 tarandamusic.com

October 18, 2014 Fredericton, New Brunswisk The Taylors Sunset Church 207-751-3742 thetaylorsmusic.com

NEW YORK

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(continued) November 1, 2014 – 6:00 PM New Burn, NC The Taylors Antioch FWB Church thetaylorsmusic.com November 2, 2014 – 10:30 AM Newport, NC The Taylors Life Point Church thetaylorsmusic.com November 2, 2014 – 6:00 PM Seven Springs, NC The Taylors Seven Springs Baptist Church thetaylorsmusic.com November 9, 2014 – 10:30 AM & 6:00 PM Sanford, NC The Taylors Grace Chapel Church thetaylorsmusic.com November 23, 2014 – 6:00 PM Burlington, NC Mark Trammell Quartet St. Luke’s United Methodist Church 919-619-3610 marktrammellministries.com November 30, 2014 – 11:00 AM Warsaw, NC The Taylors Warsaw Freewill Holiness Church thetaylorsmusic.com November 30, 2014 – 6:00 PM Roxboro, NC The Taylors Ca-Vel Baptist Church 919-479-6014 thetaylorsmusic.com

NORTH DAKOTA October 14, 2014 – 7:00 PM Williston, ND Ernie Haase & Signature Sound New Hope Church 701-774-9056 erniehaase.com

October 30, 2014 – 7:00 PM Valley City, ND Triumphant Quartet Grace Free Lutheran Church 701-845-2753 triumphantquartet.com

OHIO September 4, 2014 – 7:00 PM Hillsboro, OH The Taylors Highland County Fair thetaylorsmusic.com September 20, 2014 – 7:00 PM Wooster, OH Booth Brothers Fisher Auditorium boothbrothers.com October 3, 2014 – 6:00 PM Circleville, OH Greater Vision Ohio Christian University 740-474-8896 greatervisionmusic.com October 4, 2014 – 7:00 PM Clayton, OH Greater Vision Happy Corner Church of the Brethren 937-836-1204 greatervisionmusic.com October 11, 2014 – 6:30 PM McGlure, OH Beyond The Ashes Westhope Bible Church beyondtheashesonline.com October 12, 2014 – 10:40 AM Tallmadge, OH Beyond The Ashes Tallmadge Church of the Nazarene beyondtheashesonline.com October 12, 2014 – 6:00 PM Canton, OH Beyond The Ashes Arlington Avenue Church of God beyondtheashesonline.com October 17, 2014 – 7:00 PM North Lima, OH Beyond The Ashes North Lima Mennonite Church beyondtheashesonline.com

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October 18, 2014 – 7:30 PM Van Wert, OH Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Niswonger Performing Arts Center 419-238-6722 erniehaase.com October 18, 2014 – 6:00 PM Clayton, OH Triumphant Quartet Northmont Community Auditorium 586-445-0080 triumphantquartet.com October 30, 2014 – 7:00 PM Wilmot, OH Legacy Five Amish Door Restaurant legacyfive.com November 7-8, 2014 – 7:00 PM Akron, OH Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Greater Vision, Legacy Five, Mark Trammell Quartet Cathedrals Family Reunion Akron Civic Center 800-965-9324 cathedralsfamilyreunion.com November 8, 2014 – 7:00 PM Clayton, OH Booth Brothers Happy Corner Church of Brethren boothbrothers.com November 14, 2014 – 7:00 PM Grove City, OH Triumphant Quartet First Baptist Church 614-875-4013 triumphantquartet.com November 29, 2014 – 1:00 PM Hartville, OH Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Hartville Kitchen 330-877-9353 erniehaase.com November 29, 2014 – 7:00 PM Hartville, OH Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Hartville Kitchen 330-877-9353 erniehaase.com

OKLAHOMA September 27, 2014 – 6:00 PM Owasso, OK The Nelons Christ’s Church of Owasso kellynelon.com October 19, 2014 – 6:00 PM Claremore, OK Booth Brothers Claremore Church of the Nazarene boothbrothers.com November 16, 2014 – 9:00 AM Oklahoma City, OK Beyond The Ashes Bethesda Assembly of God beyondtheashesonline.com

ONTARIO, CANADA October 25, 2014 – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM Listowel, Ontario Booth Brothers Bethel Christian Reform Church boothbrothers.com November 8, 2014 – 6:00 PM Scarborough, Ontario Triumphant Quartet Rosewood Church of the Nazarene 705-426-2289 triumphantquartet.com November 9, 2014 – 6:30 PM St. Catharines, Ontario Triumphant Quartet Glenridge Bible Church 905-937-7839 triumphantquartet.com

OREGON November 19, 2014 – 7:00 PM Beavercreek, OR Legacy Five Grandview Baptist Church 800-965-9324 imcconcerts.com

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PENNSYLVANNIA September 5-7, 2014 Hershey, PA Booth Brothers, Mark Trammell Quartet, Tim Lovelace Pennsylvannia Gospel Music Festival The Hershey Theatre imcconcerts.com October 4, 2014 – 7:00 PM Fleetwood, PA The Taylors St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 610-823-1830 thetaylorsmusic.com October 5, 2014 – 7:00 PM Cochranton, PA Mark Trammell Quartet Reash Community Church 724-253-3339 marktrammellministries.com October 11, 2014 – 7:00 PM Danville, PA Legacy Five Danville Middle School legacyfive.com October 11, 2014 – 6:00 PM Lancaster, PA McKameys, The Inspirations, and The Whisnants Good Shepherd Chapel at Lancaster Bible College 423.239.6262 imcconcerts.com November 7, 2014 – 7:00 PM Lancaster, PA Collingsworth Family, Gordon Mote, and Triumphant Quartet Calvary Church 423-239-6262 imcconcerts.com

SOUTH CAROLINA October 18, 2014 – 6:00 PM Myrtle Beach, SC The Nelons Myrtle Beach Covention Center kellynelon.com

November 1, 2014 – 6:00 PM Spartanburg, SC Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Broome High School District 3 Community Auditorium 864-237-3214 erniehaase.com

SOUTH DAKOTA October 29, 2014 – 7:00 PM Watertown, SD Triumphant Quartet Cornerstone United Methodist Chruch 605-878-0386 triumphantquartet.com

TENNESSEE September 7, 2014 – 10:45 AM Decherd, TN Mark Trammell Quartet Decherd Church of the Nazarene 931-967-5418 marktrammellministries.com September 14, 2014 – 12:00 PM Hurricane Mills, TN Booth Brothers Loretta Lynn’s Ranch boothbrothers.com September 14, 2014 – 6:00 PM Cordova, TN Greater Vision Bellevue Baptist Church 901-347-2000 greatervisionmusic.com September 20, 2014 – 2:00 PM Luttrell, TN Tim Lovelace Luttrell Bluegrass Festival timlovelace.com September 21-27, 2014 Pigeon Forge, TN Booth Brothers, Mark Trammell Quartet, Legacy Five, The Taylors, Greater Vision, Tim Lovelace, Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, Triumphant Quartet, The Nelons National Quartet Convention Leconte Convention Center nqconline.com

September 27, 2014 – 6:00 PM Hermitage, TN Legacy Five The Grace Place legacyfive.com

October 12, 2014 – 7:00 PM Jamestown, TN Legacy Five Faith Baptist Tabernacle legacyfive.com

September 27, 2014 – 6:00 PM Cookeville, TN The Taylors Caney Fork Baptist Church 931-260-7445 thetaylorsmusic.com

October 24-25, 2014 Pigeon Forge, TN The Taylors Dollywood thetaylorsmusic.com

September 29, 2014 Pigeon Forge, TN Triumphant Quartet Dollywood triumphantquartet.com

October 27-29, 2014 Pigeon Forge, TN Booth Brothers Dollywood – Pines Theater boothbrothers.com

October 5, 2014 – 6:30 PM Lexington, TN The Nelons Union Baptist Church kellynelon.com

October 28, 2014 – 7:00 PM Pigeon Forge, TN Mark Trammell Quartet Smokey Mountain Convention Center (Private Event) marktrammellministries.com

October 6-7, 2014 – 7:00 PM Pigeon Forge, TN Tim Lovelace Music Road Hotel and Convention Center timlovelace.com

October 30, 2014 – 7:00 PM Lawrenceburg, TN Mark Trammell Quartet Old Crockett Theatre 800-547-6500 marktrammellministries.com

October 9, 2014 – 7:00 PM Mt. Juliet, TN Booth Brothers Victory Baptist Church boothbrothers.com

October 31-November 1, 2014 Pigeon Forge, TN Mark Trammell Quartet Dollywood – Pines Theater 800-365-5996 marktrammellministries.com

October 11, 2014 Pigeon Forge, TN The Nelons Dollywood – Pines Theater kellynelon.com October 11, 2014 – 6:30 PM Chattanooga, TN Triumphant Quartet Memorial Auditorium 423-253-7900 triumphantquartet.com October 12, 2014 – 6:00 PM Nashville, TN Greater Vision Grace Church of the Nazarene 615-889-7462 greatervisionmusic.com

November 3-5, 2014 – 7:00 PM Sevierville, TN Booth Brothers, Legacy Five, Mark Trammell Quartet, Greater Vision Great Smokies Praisefest November 10, 2014 – 6:00 PM Brentwood, TN Tim Lovelace Brentwood Baptist Church timlovelace.com

TEXAS September 28, 2014 – 10:30 AM Garland, TX The Nelons Trinity Life Baptist Church kellynelon.com SPRING 2014 | 57

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(continued) October 12, 2014 – 9:30 AM Houston, TX TaRanda Greene Champion Forest Baptist Church 832-249-3007 tarandamusic.com October 24, 2014 – 6:30 PM Austin, TX Greater Vision Northwest Hills United Methodist Church 512-345-1743 greatervisionmusic.com October 24, 2014 – 7:00 PM Fort Worth, TX Beyond The Ashes Sanctuary of Praise beyondtheashesonline.com October 25, 2014 – 6:00 PM Grapevine, TX Beyond The Ashes First Baptist Church beyondtheashesonline.com October 25, 2014 – 6:30 PM Terrell, TX Greater Vision Terrell Performing Arts Center 214-320-5949 greatervisionmusic.com October 25, 2014 – 6:30 PM Terrell, TX Legacy Five Terrell Performing Arts Center legacyfive.com October 26, 2014 – 10:40 AM Greenville, TX Beyond The Ashes North Baptist Church beyondtheashesonline.com October 26, 2014 – 6:00 PM Conroe, TX Greater Vision Mims Baptist Church 936-756-0065 greatervisionmusic.com October 26, 2014 – 10:30 AM Sherman, TX Mark Trammell Quartet Grayson Bible Baptist Church 903-892-2141 marktrammellministries.com

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November 13, 2014 – 7:00 PM Nocona, TX Beyond The Ashes Nocona Church of the Nazarene beyondtheashesonline.com November 14-15, 2014 – 7:00 PM Ft. Worth, TX Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Legacy Five, Mark Trammell Quartet, Greater Vision, Collingsworth Family, Karen Peck & New River Texas Gospel Music Festival MacGorman Performing Arts Center 877-965-9324 cathedralsfamilyreunion.com November 16, 2014 – 6:00 PM Big Spring, TX Greater Vision Trinity Baptist Church 432-267-6344 greatervisionmusic.com November 16, 2014 – 6:00 PM Lubbock, TX Legacy Five First Church of the Nazarene legacyfive.com November 16, 2014 – 6:00 PM Emory, TX Mark Trammell Quartet Freedom Church of God 903-473-2457 marktrammellministries.com

VIRGINIA September 4, 2014 – 7:00 PM Springfield, VA Mark Trammell Quartet Mount Calvary Community 703-971-0165 marktrammellministries.com September 13, 2014 – 6:00 PM Fishersville, VA The Nelons Crossroads Baptist Church kellynelon.com September 21, 2014 – 9:15 AM & 11:00 AM Lynchburg, VA TaRanda Greene Thomas Road Baptist Church 434-239-9281 tarandamusic.com

October 2-4, 2014 – 7:00 PM Virginia Beach, VA Greater Vision, TaRanda Greene, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Collingsworth Family, Guy Penrod, Hoppers, AND MANY MORE! VB Gospel Music Festival Sandler Center for the Performing Arts 877-392-9710 imcconcerts.com October 5, 2014 – 10:00 AM Cumberland, VA The Taylors Jones Chapel Baptist Church 343-390-4007 thetaylorsmusic.com October 5, 2014 – 6:00 PM Church View, VA The Taylors Hermitage Baptist Church thetaylorsmusic.com October 12, 2014 – 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, & 7:00 PM Tappahannock, VA The Taylors Mount Zion Baptist Church thetaylorsmusic.com October 13-15, 2014 – 7:00 PM Tappahannock, VA The Taylors Mount Zion Baptist Church thetaylorsmusic.com October 24, 2014 – 7:30 PM Petersburg, VA Ernie Haase & Signature Sound West End Baptist Church 804-691-5307 erniehaase.com October 26, 2014 – 2:30 PM Woodstock, VA Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Central High School 540-335-3939 erniehaase.com November 10, 2014 – 7:00 PM Richmond, VA TaRanda Greene Convention Center SBC Womens Event 423-239-6262 tarandamusic.com

WISCONSIN September 6, 2014 – 4:00 PM Sheboygan, WI The Taylors Stephanie Weill Center 920-876-2637 thetaylorsmusic.com October 18, 2014 – 7:00 PM Richland Center, WI Legacy Five Richland Center High School Auditorium legacyfive.com

WEST VIRGINIA September 14, 2014 – 1:30 PM Jumping Branch, WV The Nelons Bluestone Baptist Church kellynelon.com October 11, 2014 – 7:00 PM Kenna, WV Mark Trammell Quartet Goldtown Community Church 304-988-1865 marktrammellministries.com October 12, 2014 – 3:30 PM Elkins, WV Triumphant Quartet American Mountain Theatre 800-943-3670 triumphantquartet.com October 25, 2014 – 7:30 PM Bluefield, WV Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Maple View Church of Christ 540-212-3744 erniehaase.com November 1, 2014 – 6:00 PM Milton, WV Booth Brothers Milton Performing Arts Center boothbrothers.com

WYOMING November 4, 2014 – 6:30 PM Rock Springs, WY Beyond The Ashes First Assembly of God beyondtheashesonline.com

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