Thanks But No Thanks
I love free swag, whether it’s a stuffed owl from the local phone company or a squishy stress ball shaped like an apple from a life insurance agent. I especially…
Of Dreams and Visions
Dream big. How often do we hear that phrase? Every business has their time of ‘visioning’ and we as individuals are encouraged to dream new dreams and reach our potential.…
National Quartet Convention: View From a Media Booth
The National Quartet Convention is always a week filled with song, laughter, chatter and high emotion. Late nights, great music and unique events flavored with a spiritual overtone of worship…
Take Another Look
Things aren’t always as they seem and neither are people. About a decade ago I worked under an office manager who was efficient, accurate and great with people. Except, as…
Honing Their Craft: A Gospel Group Goes to Summer School
By Sheila Jackson, as told to Lorraine Walker Every year for one week during the month of July, Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee becomes a learning ground for gospel music…
Tickling the Ivories with Zack Swain
Freedom Hall at the National Quartet Convention. A Gaither Homecoming Event. Diamond Award Instrumentalist of the Year Finalist. Zack Swain has accomplished more in his 23 years than most pianists…
Hope Was Here
The sun was hot and the air barely moved. The traffic continued on its way through the dusty downtown streets. The little park didn’t see muchactivity during the day. Most…
The Stephens: Singing The Grace of God
The Stephens may not be a name that is familiar to Southern Gospel fans yet, but many will recognize the soaring soprano voice of Melody Givens Stephens, former member of…
Is It Hot Enough For You?
I love being outside in the summer, whether it’s in the heat of the sun at the beach or sitting with friends around a fire, roasting marshmallows. At a recent…
Ernie Haase and Signature Sound: The Cathedrals Influenced Tour
Colorful synchronized lights, video screens, a live band and a venue full of Southern Gospel fans. The stage was set for an evening of fun, entertainment and progressive quartet vocals…