Bill Gaither Trio
The Bill Gaither Trio, originally simply The Gaither Trio, was an American gospel music group, last consisting of Bill, his wife Gloria Gaither, and Michael English.
The Bill Gaither Trio | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | The Gaither Trio |
| Origin | Alexandria, Indiana, U.S. |
| Genres | Gospel, Christian |
| Years active | 1956–1991 |
| Labels | Heart Warming, Impact, Word |
History edit
By 1957, The Gaither Trio—consisting of siblings Bill, Danny, and Mary Ann—was singing at churches and religious events.
In 1962, Danny graduated from college and went to Ohio to teach.[1] His move brought about a change in the trio, as Gloria began "singing with the trio in the place of Dan."[2] At that time, Bill and Gloria were high school teachers; Mary Ann was a college freshman.[2] By 1966, Danny had rejoined the trio, with Gloria having had a baby.[3]
Recognition edit
Among the honors of the group, include two Grammys and 17 Dove Awards.[4] The group was inducted into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame in 1999.[5] They were also nicknamed the masters of gospel "feel-good music".[4]
| Grammy Award | Year | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Best Inspirational Performance | 1973 | Let's Just Praise The Lord[6] |
| Best Inspirational Performance | 1975 | Jesus, We Just Want To Thank You[6] |
- Receiving 17 Dove Awards from Gospel Music Association of the United States to recognize outstanding achievement in the Christian music industry.
- The Gaither Trio is recognised as the most influential Christian artists from 1950's to the present day.
- Their songs touched so many that had hearts of stone, it was obvious that the Gaither Trio was more than a singing group...It was a family of warm blooded hearts, loving each other and all, emotionally physically, and mentally. Loving all under the wings of the Gaither extended family.
Members edit
Lead
- Danny Gaither (1956–1962, 1966–1977) (died April 6, 2001)
- Gary McSpadden (1977–1988) (died April 15, 2020)
- Michael English (1989–1991)
Alto
- Mary Ann Gaither (1956–1964; 1965–1966) (died April 25, 2018)
- Gloria Gaither (1964–1991)
- Sherry Slattery (1966–1967)
- Betty Fair (1967–1970)
Baritone
- Bill Gaither (1956–1991)
Discography edit
- 1966: Sincerely (Heartwarming Records)[3]
- 1966: When God Seems So Near (Bill, Danny & Mary Ann)
- 1967: Happiness (Bill, Danny & Sherry Slattery)
- 1968: I'm Free (Bill, Danny & Gloria)
- 1969: He Touched Me (Heartwarming)
- 1969: Sings Warm (Heartwarming)
- 1970: At Home In Indiana
- 1971: The King Is Coming
- 1972: Live (2 LPs)
- 1972: Christmas...Back Home In Indiana
- 1972: My Faith Still Holds
- 1973: Especially For Children Of All Ages
- 1973: Let's Just Praise The Lord
- 1974: Something Beautiful: An Evening With The Bill Gaither Trio (Live; 2 LPs)
- 1974: Because He Lives
- 1974: Thanks For Sunshine
- 1975: I Am A Promise
- 1975: Jesus, We Just Want To Thank You
- 1976: Praise
- 1977: My Heart Can Sing – The Inspiring Songs of Stuart Hamblen
- 1977: Moments For Forever (Live; 2 LPs)
- 1978: Pilgrim's Progress (Bill, Gloria & Gary)
- 1978: I Am Loved (Bill, Gloria & Gary)
- 1979: We Are Persuaded
- 1979: He Touched Me
- 1981: Bless The Lord Who Reigns In Beauty
- 1982: He Started The Whole World Singing
- 1983: Fully Alive
- 1984: Ten New Songs With Kids...For Kids About Life
- 1985: Then He Said Sing
- 1987: Welcome Back Home
- 1990: Hymn Classics (Bill, Gloria & Michael)
Compilations
- 1978: Classics (Impact Records)
- 1978: The Very Best Of The Very Best (Word Records)
- 1980: The Very Best Of The Very Best...For Kids
- 1992: Best Of The Gaithers...Live!
- 1994: Oh Happy Day Vol. 1 & 2
- 1994: Precious Memories
- 1996: Our Recollections
- 2000: Bill Gaither Trio, Vol. 1–4
GREATEST HITS:
- He Touched Me
- The King is Coming
- Jesus Is Lord Of All
- The Family Of God
- I Am A Promise
- The Church Triumphant
- I Am Loved
- There's Something About That Name
- I Will Serve Thee
- God Gave The Song
- Joy Comes In The Morning
- You're Something Special
- Because He Lives
- I Just Feel Like Something Good Is About To Happen
- Something Beautiful
- The Longer I Serve Him
- It is Finished
- Sinner Saved By Grace
- Old Friends
- Let's Just Praise The Lord
- The Old Rugged Cross Made The Difference
References edit
- ^ "Wheelersburg Board Acts on Teachers". Ohio, Portsmouth. Portsmouth Times. May 31, 1962. p. 14. Retrieved March 6, 2016 – via Newspaperarchive.com.[permanent dead link]
- ^ a b "The Gaither Trio To Give Concert". Indiana, Anderson. Anderson Herald Bulletin. April 19, 1964. p. 7. Retrieved March 6, 2016 – via Newspaperarchive.com.
- ^ a b "Alexandria Teacher Wins Recognition As Composer". Indiana, Anderson. Anderson Daily Bulletin. October 12, 1966. p. 4. Retrieved March 7, 2016 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ a b Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on Google Archives
- ^ Bill Gaither Trio
- ^ a b "("Gaither" search results)". The Grammys. Retrieved 8 March 2016.