Memories of NQC: Singing Americans and the day God showed up in Chapel
By Charlie Griffin In the early ’80’s I was working with the Singing Americans. “Whiter Than Snow” was being played heavy on the radio. Concerts were being booked for the…
My Southern Gospel Experience: A Canadian’s Journey Into An American Tradition
My First National Quartet Convention As I walk in the front door of the huge auditorium, a smell of caramel popcorn invades my nostrils. I can hear the sound of…
If I Ran The National Quartet Convention…
As a young child, I remember going to the National Quartet Convention in Nashville, TN. When I was very young, 4 or 5 years old, I remember seeing glimpses of…
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…
Feature: Bluegrass Pickin’ Showcase
By Lorie Watkins Hey Y’all! Can you believe how fast time has flown by this year? Fall is in the air, leaves are giving a hint of color, and here…