Don't Miss the April issue of SGN Scoops Digital Magazine

Have you read the April issue of SGN Scoops? Several of our writers delve into what the Easter season means for us as believers. I trust that you will read about the love, grace and eternal life of our Savior on every page.
Our cover artists this month are Gerald Wolfe, Rodney Griffin and Chris Allman, known collectively as Greater Vision. Matt Baker goes a little deeper into the hearts and minds of this award-winning trio. Other new writers whose names you might not know but whose writing you will enjoy include Bethany Cook who introduces us to Adoration Quartet, and Jaquita Lindsay who highlights The Stephens.
Enjoy discovering more about Kris Erwin, the Diplomats, Marty Raybon, the Browders, and DJ Skip Taylor. Candi Combs takes us to the Greenbriar Quartet event and Lynn Mills goes sailing on the Singing At Sea cruise. Vonda Easley, Erin Stevens, Jennifer Campbell and Paige Givens have written from their hearts this month to bring you the latest on your favorite artists.
If you are a Gospel music collector, you’ve said, “I NEED IT!” more than once, and Dean Adkins introduces us to several avid collectors.
Lou Hildreth, David Staton, Laurette Willis, Jeff Steele, Dusty Wells, Kelly Nelon Clark, Jonathan Edwards, Sherry Anne and Ed Smith round out our magazine this month and we hope you enjoy their words as much as we do.
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“Gospel Music Hymn Sing” set for September 22 release

MORRISTOWN, TN – September 11, 2014 – Gerald Wolfe has announced the upcoming release of Gospel Music’s first-ever BluRay Disc.  The “Gospel Music Hymn Sing” recording will be the first Gospel Music event to be released in the High-Definition, BluRay video format.  The BluRay Disc will be released on Monday September 22, 2014 at the National Quartet Convention in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

The “Gospel Music Hymn Sing” was recorded on July 7th, 2014 at First Baptist Church in Morristown, Tennessee, in full 1080p High-Definition and 5.1 Surround-Sound audio. The recording features 30 Hymns and Gospel Classics, sung by 1,400 voices, including 46 well-known Gospel Artists and a 100-voice Choir, accompanied by a live band.

Gerald Wolfe, Producer of the “Gospel Music Hymn Sing,” said “We wanted to give the viewer the experience of being in the audience, when they watch the video. A BluRay Disc is currently the only way to see a video in full 1080p resolution.  When you include 5.1 Surround-Sound, it becomes an almost-immersive experience, and it’s the closest a person can get to “being there,” without actually being at the event.” Wolfe added, “Greater Vision was the first Gospel Artist to release a DVD, back in 1996, and we’re really excited to be a part of moving the greatest music in the world into the BluRay format.”

The video was recorded by ViewFinders, and Produced and Directed by Kim White.  “When you watch the stunning, full HD video and listen to 1400 voices in 5.1 Surround Sound… I guarantee you will have to remind yourself over and over that you aren’t actually in the 2nd row!  All of us at ViewFinder’s are thrilled to be a part of this Blu-Ray release!” White commented. The Live-Event was promoted by IMC Concerts, and the BluRay Disc manufacturing is being overseen by Tribute Media Source.  Landon Beene, President of IMC Concerts and Tribute Media Source, said “We have the greatest musical genre in the world.  I’m so honored we have the opportunity to bring the very best quality and cutting edge technology to the viewers and listeners by way of Gospel Music’s first-ever Blue-Ray Disc.”  The 5.1 Surround-Sound audio was recorded and mixed by award-winning Engineer, Bob Williams.

The “Gospel Music Hymn Sing” recording will also be released on DVD and a Music CD.

Gospel Music's First BluRay Disc To Be Released

"Gospel Music Hymn Sing" set for September 22 release.

MORRISTOWN, TN - September 11, 2014 - Gerald Wolfe has announced the upcoming release of Gospel Music's first-ever BluRay Disc.  The "Gospel Music Hymn Sing" recording will be the first Gospel Music event to be released in the High-Definition, BluRay video format.  The BluRay Disc will be released onMonday September 22, 2014 at the National Quartet Convention in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The "Gospel Music Hymn Sing" was recorded on July 7th, 2014 at First Baptist Church in Morristown, Tennessee, in full 1080p High-Definition and 5.1 Surround-Sound audio. The recording features 30 Hymns and Gospel Classics, sung by 1,400 voices, including 46 well-known Gospel Artists and a 100-voice Choir, accompanied by a live band. Gerald Wolfe, Producer of the "Gospel Music Hymn Sing," said "We wanted to give the viewer the experience of being in the audience, when they watch the video. A BluRay Disc is currently the only way to see a video in full 1080p resolution.  When you include 5.1 Surround-Sound, it becomes an almost-immersive experience, and it's the closest a person can get to "being there," without actually being at the event." Wolfe added, "Greater Vision was the first Gospel Artist to release a DVD, back in 1996, and we're really excited to be a part of moving the greatest music in the world into the BluRay format."   The video was recorded by ViewFinders, and Produced and Directed by Kim White.  "When you watch the stunning, full HD video and listen to 1400 voices in 5.1 Surround Sound... I guarantee you will have to remind yourself over and over that you aren't actually in the 2nd row!  All of us at ViewFinder's are thrilled to be a part of this Blu-Ray release!" White commented. The Live-Event was promoted by IMC Concerts, and the BluRay Disc manufacturing is being overseen by Tribute Media Source.  Landon Beene, President of IMC Concerts and Tribute Media Source, said "We have the greatest musical genre in the world.  I'm so honored we have the opportunity to bring the very best quality and cutting edge technology to the viewers and listeners by way of Gospel Music's first-ever Blue-Ray Disc."  The 5.1 Surround-Sound audio was recorded and mixed by award-winning Engineer, Bob Williams. The "Gospel Music Hymn Sing" recording will also be released on DVD and a Music CD.

The World Premier for the "Gospel Music Hymn Sing" BluRay Disc will be held at Carmike Cinemas in Morristown, Tennessee on Thursday September 18, 2014 at 7pm (EDST).  Seating is limited and available by invitation only.  Press and Industry personnel please contact Christi Robertson at gmhymnsing@icloud.com or  (423) 586-4952 for seating availability or information.

CATHEDRALS FAMILY REUNION Releases New LIVE CD and DVD

Cathedrals Family Reunion

July 23rd, 2014—NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Gaither Music Group and Innovative Management and Consulting, LLC (IMC) have announced the release of an all-new CD and DVD entitled Cathedrals Family Reunion Past Members Reunite LIVE in Concert.

The recordings, which will be available on September 2nd, capture the historical concerts that took place on November 8th and 9th, 2013, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the MacGorman Performing Arts Center where five former members of the legendary Cathedrals combined voices to celebrate the group’s legacy and pay honor to its founders Glen Payne and George Younce.

The two-day event featured performances by tenor Ernie Haase and his GRAMMY®-nominated quartet Ernie Haase & Signature Sound; baritone Scott Fowler and Legacy Five (a group he co-founded after The Cathedrals retired); lead vocalist and piano player Gerald Wolfe and Greater Vision (the heralded trio he formed upon leaving the group); beloved baritone and bass player Mark Trammel and The Mark Trammel Quartet; and tenor Danny Funderburk, now a popular solo artist and household name among gospel music lovers. The recordings, an encouraging walk down memory lane, are a tribute to group members Payne and Younce, two patriarchs and mentors who were an inspiration to countless singers for many decades. “Doing these great time-honored songs in the studio was great,” described Haase. “We thought that was all there would be of the experience. Then to sing them ‘live’ with each other was beyond words. To have had that one special night captured ‘live’ on DVD & CD was truly a bonus blessing. Hardly ever can you capture heart, emotion and spirit the way it actually happens in a live setting. Well, I for one feel that is exactly what has happened. Get ready to laugh a little and cry a lot…I sure did.”

The sold-out event marked the first time these five acclaimed vocalists had joined together to perform some of the most loved hits by The Cathedrals, whose career spanned over 35 years. The concert brought back countless memories for the singers and the audience alike, and the stories they shared left the congregation moved and inspired…and wanting more. The overwhelming response has resulted in a national tour in six select markets organized by IMC in association with Showcase Management. The tour will start this November in Akron, Ohio, the birthplace of the original Cathedral Quartet where it all began.
As with the original reunion event, each weekend will focus on celebrating the legacy of the iconic Cathedral Quartet, featuring music from each of the current artists as well as performances by this special Cathedrals Family Reunion line-up. The weekends will also feature memorabilia displays, special matinees, a behind-the-scenes Q&A session, a chance to tour “Silhouette” (the last tour bus The Cathedrals used) and more.
Produced by award-winning producer/songwriter Wayne Haun, the Cathedrals Family Reunion Past Members Reunite LIVE in Concert CD contains classic hits such as “Wedding Music,” “Yesterday,” “Somebody Touched Me,” “Step into the Water,” “Oh, What a Savior,” “Champion of Love,” “We Shall See Jesus” and more. The companion DVD, produced by IMC’s Landon Beene, contains 17 songs including additions “Oh, Come Along,” “We Shall Be Caught Up,” “Search Me O God” and more.

The new CD and DVD will be part of a tv special in September, airing on Dish TV, DirecTV, AT&T Uverse, GaitherTV, TBN, RFD, FamilyNet, CTN, UPtv, GMTN, Guardian, Liberty, TCT and TLN. It will air in Canada on Vision TV, CTS, The Miracle Channel and Hope TV, and the projects will be featured in HOMECOMING Magazine.
Cathedrals Family Reunion, Past Members Reunite LIVE in Concert will be available for pre-sale on Monday August 4th at www.gaither.com and at www.CathedralsFamilyReunion.com.
The releases will be distributed by Capitol Christian Distribution and will available at retail and digital outlets worldwide including iTunes, Amazon and www.gaither.com. For more information on the event and/or to purchase tickets or product please visit www.CathedralsFamilyReunion.com.

Southern Gospel Music Executive, Norman Holland, Passes Away

Hendersonville, TN (March 11, 2014) - Beloved Southern Gospel music executive Norman Holland passed away on Monday, March 10th, 2014, due to heart failure.

Norman began his Gospel music career in radio promotions at the Benson Company in 1980, and through the years became a catalyst in the careers of such legendary artists as the Cathedral Quartet, the Speer Family, the Kingsmen Quartet, J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet, Gold City, Jeff and Sheri Easter, and Greater Vision. Later, Holland headed the A&R department for Chapel Records (now Spring Hill) where he worked on the Gaither Homecoming Series and helped launch the careers of Brian Free and Assurance and the Martins.

For the past 16 years, Holland served artists as Vice President of A&R at Daywind Records where he built one of the top labels in the genre by guiding the careers of Greater Vision, the Perrys, Legacy Five, the Booth Brothers, Brian Free and Assurance, the Nelons, Karen Peck and New River, the Mark Trammell Quartet, Mark Lowry, Sisters, Barbara Fairchild, and many more. In recognition of his tremendous impact on Southern Gospel music during his career, Holland received a lifetime achievement award from the Southern Gospel Music Guild in 2012.

Greater than all of his accomplishments in a 35-year career, Holland will be best remembered as a friend to artists. “There may never be another who cares for artists like Norman cared,” shared Ed Leonard, President of Daywind Records. “He was loved by all. This is a heartbreaking loss for all of us who loved Norman, but a tremendous gain for heaven above.” Added Dottie Leonard-Miller, founder and CEO of Daywind, “the wonderful memories of working and sharing life with Norman for 16 years are precious. I will cherish them as I cherished him.”

Speaking on behalf of the many artists Norman Holland touched with his grace, compassion, and love, Gerald Wolfe of Greater Vision said, “Norman and I had a great working relationship for 27 years, but more importantly, he was one of my closest friends. His laughter was contagious, and his larger-than-life, magnetic personality always lit up any room he was in. Gospel Music has lost one of its most innovative and influential behind-the-scenes personalities. I have lost a friend. But not for long. I know where he is.”

Funeral services for Norman will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 15th, 2014, with visitation taking place from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. that day. The funeral and visitation will take place at Sorrell’s Funeral Home, 2744 W Magnolia Ave, Geneva, Alabama, 36340, Phone:(334) 684-9999. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Norman Holland Memorial Fund c/o Norman’s sister, Edith Brown, 1209 Glenwood Street, Dothan, Alabama, 36301. The balance of the fund after funeral expenses will be donated to the Gospel Music Trust Fund.

There will be a memorial service in honor of Norman held in Nashville within the next month.

CATHEDRALS FAMILY REUNION AVAILABLE NOW!

Iconic Group Honored with Brand New Recording

(Nashville, Tenn.) – The wait is finally over! The brand-new Cathedrals Family Reunion project is officially available online at digital retailers and wherever great christiah music is sold.

For the first time ever, five alumni members of the Cathedrals have reunited to present a special project featuring all-new recordings of some of the most loved and biggest hits of their career. In this once-in-a-lifetime compact disc, Scott Fowler, Ernie Haase, Mark Trammell, Danny Funderburk and Gerald Wolfe blend their voices together re-creating that classic Cathedral sound.

Distributed by Provident Distribution, this historic recording is presented through a special partnership with IMC Management and StowTown Records. Landon Beene (IMC Management) states: "You're going to LOVE this project! I loved the Cathedrals - they're the group that made me love this great, gospel music! To hear these five men come together and sing these songs is absolutely thrilling!'

Track Listing:

1. Blood Washed Band
2. We Shall Be Caught Up
3. Wedding Music
4. We'll Work
5. O Come Along
6. I've Read The Back of the Book
7. Yesterday
8. Can He, Could He, Would He
9. Oh, What A Savior
10. He Made A Change
11. Somebody Touched Me
12. Search Me, O God
13. Champion of Love

To purchase the project on iTunes, click here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/cathedrals-family-reunion/id736896143

CATHEDRALS FAMILY REUNION SET TO RELEASE NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Iconic Group Honored with Brand New Recording

Limited Tickets Still Available For Cathedrals Family Reunion Event This Weekend!

(Nashville, Tenn.) – They set the benchmark by which gospel groups are measured. They had a sound like no other. They were the most loved and popular gospel quartet of their generation. They were The Cathedrals!

Now, for the first time ever, five alumni members of the Cathedrals are reuniting to present a special Cathedrals Family Reunion CD featuring all-new recordings of some of the most loved and biggest hits of their career. In this once-in-a-lifetime collection, Scott Fowler, Ernie Haase, Mark Trammell, Danny Funderburk and Gerald Wolfe blend their voices together re-creating that classic Cathedral sound. The CD also features a few special recordings with members of the groups Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Greater Vision, Legacy Five and The Mark Trammell Quartet.

This historic recording is being presented through a special partnership with IMC Management and StowTown Records. Landon Beene (IMC Management) states: "I loved the Cathedrals, they're the group that made me love this great, gospel music! To hear these five men come together and sing these songs is absolutely thrilling. I cannot wait for everyone to hear this."

The brand new studio recording will be released on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 to all digital and retail outlets but fans attending the Cathedrals Family Reunion Event this weekend in Fort Worth, TX will be the first ones available to purchase the recording.

A very limited number of seats are still available for the weekend and may be purchased by calling 877-392-9710 or online at www.IMCConcerts.com.

Track Listing:

1. Blood Washed Band
2. We Shall Be Caught Up
3. Wedding Music
4. We'll Work
5. O Come Along
6. I've Read The Back of the Book
7. Yesterday
8. Can He, Could He, Would He
9. Oh, What A Savior
10. He Made A Change
11. Somebody Touched Me
12. Search Me, O God
13. Champion of Love

For more information on the Cathedrals Family Reunion event this weekend, visit www.CathedralsFamilyReunion.com

RFDTV Announces New Premier Date For 'The Music City Show'

Nashville, TN (October 28, 2013) RFDTV has announced that it is pushing up the premier date of 'The Music City Show' from November 18th to November 7th 8:00PM EST/7:00PM CST. The show will then air on every following Thursday. 'The Music City Show' also has a new home on FamilyNet Saturdays at 5:30PM EST.

This is a special premier episode featuring Legacy Five, Greater Vision, funny man Tim Lovelace, the Blue Jean Band and the Positive Cowboy - Jim Sheldon. Guest host for the first program will be Greater Vision Lead singer, Gerald Wolfe. In addition to the new premier date there will be a 'Music City Show' store available on the internet. That will run in conjunction with the unveiling of a brand new website on November 4th.

Show producer Scott Godsey of Godsey and Associates said “There are so many exciting things happening with 'The Music City Show' that it is a full time job just keeping up with everything going on.”

You can learn more about the 'The Music City Show' at http://godseyandassociates.com or https://www.facebook.com/pages/Godsey-and-Associates .

You can learn more about RFDTV at http://www.rfdtv.com or https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRFDTV . You can learn more about FamilyNet at www.familynet.com or https://www.facebook.com/pages/FamilyNet



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About Godsey and Associates
In the last quarter of 2011, Scott Godsey started a team making music videos for Christian artists. That soon developed into not only working inside the Christian music business, but going outside of the Christian music world. Soon after, the company expanded into other genres. G&A started working with churches, authors, and organizations. The Godsey & Associate formula works with any company that
wants to focus on brand building and getting in front of an audience.

About Jim Sheldon
After serving many years as music minster, there was a void yet filled. In 1994, joined my first gospel quartet. Immediately, I knew singing gospel music was God's true calling for my life. He confirmed this with a paraphrase of Proverbs 3:6 - "In everything you do put God first, He will direct and crown your efforts with success."

My greatest inspiration came from Glenn Payne. The Cathedrals sang at my church in Virginia. He told me:"Vocalize daily and never sing out of your range. Remember, God gave you the ability and desire. Honor Him with a servant's heart."
Now God says it's time to tell my story of how God has brought me out from a long 'wilderness time' of sin, shame and disgrace to where I am today.

Don't Miss The Cathedrals Family Reunion

The Cathedral Quartet was the most loved gospel quartet of their generation. Their legacy continues with some of today’s most popular gospel artists. Cathedral Quartet Alumni know they have something special in common...they are part of what Glen Payne and George Younce called the Cathedral Family. Scott Fowler, Danny Funderburk, Ernie Haase, Mark Trammell, and Gerald Wolfe traveled with the Cathedrals during the height of the Cathedrals’ popularity. Now, for the first time in almost two decades, these Cathedral Alumni as well as their current groups come together for an unforgettable event, reliving the music and memories from the Golden age of the Cathedrals.

An exciting 3 session, 2 day event featuring:

Performances from current alumni artists
Cathedral Reunion segments from the 80’s and 90’s era
Cathedral Road Stories Segment / Answers with Audience
Cathedral Memorabilia on Display
Opportunity to walk through and tour the Cathedrals' Last Tour Bus
And so much more!


REGISTRATION
Advance - 2 Day Pass Package $59 (BEST VALUE!!)
Individual Session Seating now Available!
Starting at just $28

Additional Ticketing fees will be applied from ticketing agency.
Hotel information available at www.cathedralsfamilyreunion.com

For more information visit www.cathedralsfamilyreunion.com or call 800.965.9324

CATHEDRALS FAMILY REUNION ORGANIZERS ANNOUNCE SING WITH US CONTEST

Nashville, TN – Organizers of the Cathedrals Family Reunion event announced a very special contest today. The "Sing With Us" contest will give one special winner the chance of a lifetime - to sing onstage at the Cathedrals Family Reunion with Scott Fowler, Danny Funderburk, Ernie Haase, Mark Trammell and Gerald Wolfe.

"This is a very special contest," shares Landon Beene (IMC Concerts) "and will give one special person the chance to sing onstage to honor the legacy of the Cathedrals, joining their voice with the five voices of former Cathedrals members."

The contest, open to all voice parts (Lead, Baritone, Tenor and Bass), starts immediately and will end at Midnight CST on September 16, 2013. The winner will be announced on September 18, 2013.

CONTEST WINNER PACKAGE:
• 2 Roundtrip Tickets to Fort Worth TX from anywhere in the United States
• On-Site Premium Lodging
• Seating in the family section
• Passes for VIP Reception with artist during the event
• Sing one song on stage with the Cathedrals Family Reunion during the event


HOW TO ENTER:
Submit a video or MP3 of you singing a Cathedrals song by the following methods:
• Post a video to the Cathedrals Family Reunion Facebook page wall or post a link to Twitter using ‪#‎SingWithUs‬
• Send an MP3 or video to CathedralsContest@gmail.com

Tickets for this special weekend are on sale now at www.CathedralsFamilyReunion.com.

Connect Online:
www.Facebook.com/FormerCathedrals
www.CathedralsFamilyReunion.com

Cathedrals Family Reunion!---GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!!

The Cathedral Quartet was the most loved gospel quartet of their generation. Their legacy continues with some of today’s most popular gospel artists. Cathedral Quartet Alumni know they have something special in common . . . they are part of what Glen Payne and George Younce called the CATHEDRAL FAMILY.

Scott Fowler, Danny Funderburk, Ernie Haase, Mark Trammell, and Gerald Wolfe traveled with the Cathedrals during the height of the Cathedrals’ popularity. Now, for the first time in almost two decades, these Cathedral Alumni as well as their current groups come together for an unforgettable event, reliving the music and memories from the GOLDEN AGE of the CATHEDRALS.

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS HERE!

MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND THIS EXCITING & HISTORIC
3 SESSION, 2 DAY EVENT FEATURING:

PERFORMANCES FROM CURRENT ALUMNI ARTISTS
REUNION SEGMENTS FROM THE 80’S AND 90’S ERA
ROAD STORIES SEGMENT & QUESTION / ANSWERS WITH AUDIENCE
OPPORTUNITY TO WALK THRU & TOUR THE CATHEDRALS LAST TOUR BUS
AND SO MUCH MORE!

FRIDAY NOV 8TH | 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 NOV 9TH | 10:00 AM
(DOORS AT 9:00 AM)
Cathedral Road Stories and a time of Question and Answers featuring Ernie Haase, Scott Fowler, Mark Trammell, Gerald Wolfe, and Danny Funderburk, and "special surprise guests"!

SATURDAY NOV 9TH | 7:00 PM
(DOORS AT 6:00 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 multi-media presentation of Roger, Glen and George.

Greater Vision News

From Greater Vision's email newsletter of June 27, 2013:

We're getting ready to leave East Tennessee for three great concerts this weekend in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. Before we leave the state, we're stopping in Nashville to pick up our bus! We've been riding in "the silver Sprinter" for the last two weeks, and we're blessed to have it, but we're older than we were when we started out in a van in 1990! We're ready to get back on the bus!

Check out our schedule, and if you see an area listed where you have friends or family... let them know about the concerts! Every week, several people tell us they wouldn't have known about our concert, if they hadn't gotten an email about it.

Thanks for helping us get the word out!

This Week...

Friday - Deatsville, AL
Saturday - Panama City, FL
Sunday - Albany, GA

Next Week...

Friday (7/5) - Gatlinburg, TN
Saturday (7/6) - Walnut Creek, OH
Sunday (7/7) - Hopkins, MI

To see our complete Concert Schedule, click HERE.

Another Review Just In...
We read another review of our latest CD this week, and thought you might want to read it too. Click HERE to see the review.

If you haven't ordered your copy of "For All He's Done," click HERE.
Thanks for taking a break from your busy day to read our Email Update. We hope it will remind you to pray for us this week. We really do appreciate your prayers and your friendship.

Have a blessed weekend!

Gerald Wolfe and Greater Vision

We're not joking when we tell you our 7-night Caribbean Cruise will be sold out soon! Join Greater Vision, and our friends, the Booth Brothers, Legacy Five, The Collingsworths, Triumphant Quartet, and more for this great trip!
Click HERE for more information.

Greater Vision Heads To Praisefest Niagara

From Greater Vision's email newsletter of May 23, 2013:


I'm writing this week's Update as we're rolling toward our first-ever Praisefest Niagara in Niagara Falls, Ontario! We're anticipating a great event, and we're so excited to be bringing Praisefest to Canada for the first time!

Earlier today, we recorded for a new Gospel Music TV Show that will be coming to a television near you... SOON! Keep watching our Email Updates for more information to become available.

When you see our Schedule below, you might think it's a misprint... but it's not. We're really covering a lot of miles over the next four days... both on land and in the air. Check it out to see if we're coming to your area!

Ready, Set... Go!

Thursday & Friday - Praisefest Niagara
Saturday - Carnesville, GA
Sunday (am) - Conroe, TX

To see our complete Concert Schedule, click HERE.

Now Available on iTunes!

We've received quite a few emails, Facebook comments, and "tweets" on Twitter, asking when our new CD, "For All He's Done", would be available on iTunes. Well... today is the day! Click on the CD cover to purchase our new recording for your iPod or other mp3 device, through iTunes.
If you're like the guys on our bus, and prefer to have a CD, you can order that by clicking HERE.

Less Than 200 Seats Remaining!

We're told that the Great Smokies Praisefest is once again nearing an early sell-out! If you've been putting off making your reservations for our favorite week of the year... don't put it off much longer! Once the remaining seats are "spoken for," we'll being a Waiting List.

For complete information about this year's Great Smokies Praisefest, click here...then, call (910) 458-3539 to make reservations for yourself or your Church Group. Don't wait too late!

This Monday marks the Annual Celebration of Memorial Day in the United States. Millions of brave men and women have given their lives so we can enjoy the freedoms we take for granted every day. Over this weekend, please pause for a moment to remember their sacrifice, and to thank God for the liberty you enjoy.

This weekend would also be a great time to reflect on the sacrifice that was made to purchase our forgiveness. Please take some time to thank The Lord for His sacrifice on your behalf.

Thank you for taking the time to keep up with us through our Email Updates. We appreciate your prayers and your friendship.

Have a blessed weekend.
Greater Vision

Greater Vision Radio Broadcast Alert

SPECIAL RADIO BROADCAST ALERT!


Tonight at 10pm (Eastern) and again on Saturday at Noon (Eastern), you can listen to a special edition of "Daniel Britt & Friends" featuring interviews with Chris, Gerald, and Rodney, and songs from the new "For All He's Done" CD!

"Daniel Britt & Friends" can be heard on the Enlighten Channel on Sirius/XM Radio (Channel 65) and on Dish Network Satellite receivers (Channel 6065).

If you don't have your "For All He's Done" CD, click here.




A New Home for Gospel Music!

If you have a Sirius/XM Radio in your car, the Sirius/XM App on your "SmartPhone", A Dish Satellite Receiver on your TV, or access to the Internet in your home, you can listen to Gospel Music every minute of every day on a channel called "Enlighten." Earlier this week, Enlighten moved to its new, permanent home on Sirius/XM Channel 65 and on Dish Network Channel 6065.




Praisefest Niagara Falls Only 2 Weeks Away!

Two weeks from today, we'll kick-off the first-ever Praisefest Niagara Falls in Niagara Fall, Ontario! At the time of this writing, there are still some Single-Session seats available, but you need to act quickly to reserve yours!

Join Greater Vision, Legacy Five, The Hoppers, Triumphant Quartet, Dr. David Jeremiah, Tim Lovelace, and some of Ontario's favorite Gospel Artists for this very special Memorial Day Weekend event at one of the most awe-inspiring places in the world... Niagara Falls!

Click here for more information.

CATHEDRALS FAMILY REUNION EVENT ANNOUNCED

Iconic Quartet Celebrated During Once-In-A-Lifetime Event


April 16, 2013 (Nashville, TN) – IMC Management in association with Showcase Management announced today plans for the Cathedrals Family Reunion event to be held November 8-9, 2013 in Fort Worth, TX at the MacGorman Performing Arts Center. For the first time ever, the event will feature Scott Fowler, Danny Funderburk, Ernie Haase, Mark Trammell and Gerald Wolfe together on one stage singing the classic songs of The Cathedrals. In addition, the weekend will feature appearances by Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Legacy Five, Greater Vision, Mark Trammell Quartet and Danny Funderburk.

In a video press conference, Landon Beene, CEO of IMC Management made the announcement along with Scott Fowler, Danny Funderburk, Ernie Haase, Mark Trammell and Gerald Wolfe. Les Butler (Singing News/Solid Gospel) began the press conference, introduced Beene, and then each individual was asked to share their favorite memory from their time with the legendary quartet.


Ernie Haase, Scott Fowler, Gerald Wolfe, Landon Beene, Danny Funderburk, Mark Trammell and Les Butler pause for a photo during the press conference.

Celebrating the legacy of the iconic Cathedral Quartet, the event will feature music from each of the current artists as well as special once-in-a-lifetime “reunion moments” during every unique session of the event. Several surprises and activities are scheduled including an exhibit of Cathedrals’ memorabilia and a very special chance to see and tour “Silhouette,” the last touring bus George Younce, Glen Payne, Roger Bennett and all The Cathedrals traveled millions of miles in. A Q&A session with The Cathedrals alumni will be a special highlight of the event and is sure to delight fans with a "behind-the-scenes" look into the world of The Cathedrals.

“It has been a personal dream of mine, and countless Cathedral aficionado’s, to see all of these men come together again,” said Landon Beene. “Since the farewell concert in 1999, they have not shared the stage together. Now, this dream will become a reality. You don't want to miss this!”

To see the full video press conference, click HERE.

Tickets for this special weekend will go on sale Monday, June 3, 2013 at 10:00 AM CST. More information can be found online at www.CathedralsFamilyReunion.com

Really Big News From Greater Vision

From Greater Vision's email newsletter of April 16, 2013:

We've got LOTS of BIG NEWS in this Update! The release of our brand-new "For All He's Done" CD and the release of the most anticipated "Jubilee" DVD ever... "Jubilee 3!"

Read on to learn all about it!

Brand New CD & DVD!!!

You've been reading about our new CD, and you may have even heard some audio clips, like the ones posted here.

Now, you can order our brand-new CD, "For All He's Done", and receive it before it's ever released to the General Public! Click here to place your pre-order before Friday at 5pm (Eastern), and shipping is FREE!
"For All He's Done" features new songs written by Chris Allman, Jim Brady, Rodney Griffin, Lanny Wolfe, and more! The first "radio song" from the new CD, "Looking For The Grace" is already playing on Christian radio stations across the country, and getting great reviews. To hear samples from the new recording, click here. To order your CD today, with FREE Shipping, click here.

Also Available...
The most anticipated "Jubilee" DVD ever, is now available for ordering! The latest in the "Jubilee" Series, this LIVE Concert DVD features the whole Jubilee Gang... The Booth Brothers, Greater Vision, and Legacy Five, on stage together in Branson, Missouri, for almost ninety minutes of music, worship, and fun! This is a "must have" for your DVD collection, and if you order before 5pm on Friday, you will receive FREE Shipping! To place your order, click here!

*The FREE Shipping offer is only available for orders placed using our Online Ordering System before 5pm (Eastern) Friday April 19, 2013, and shipped to addresses within the United States. International orders (including Canada) must be placed by phone by calling (423) 586-4952. We cannot provide free shipping to addresses outside the USA.
Where We're Going...
Tuesday - Charlotte, NC
Wednesday - Myrtle Beach, SC
Thursday - Roanoke, VA
Friday - Bath, NY
Saturday - Bath, NY

Next Week...
Great Western Fan Festival

To see our complete Concert Schedule, click here.

This is certainly a busy and exciting time for us, but we don't want to forget to pray for the victims and families of yesterday's horrific terrorist attack in Boston, Massachusetts. Even though you and I may live a long way from Boston, all of us are affected when something like this happens. Join us in praying for healing for the injured, and comfort for the families. Also pray that these circumstances will help people around the world see the need of a personal relationship with Christ. Events like the one in Boston show us how helpless we are, and how much we need the Lord.

Have a blessed evening.

Greater Vision



Here's a very Special Announcement from our friends at IMC Concerts!

Click here to see the Announcement and the Video!
Greater Vision
P.O. Box 1172
Morristown, Tennessee 37816-1172

Greater Vision's Weekend Schedule

From Greater Vision's email newsletter of February 21, 2013:


We'll be heading out tonight for a full weekend of concerts in the great state of Illinois! We'll be starting in the South, and ending up in the North, so be sure to check out the schedule to see if we'll be close to you, if you live in "the land of Lincoln."

I've also included next week's schedule, plus some other great news in this edition of our Email Update! Thanks for taking the time to read it!
The Schedule...
Friday - Marion, IL
Saturday - Hoopeston, IL (See AD)
Sunday - Wauconda, IL (847)-526-8254

Next Week...
Friday (3/1) - Ft. Worth, TX
Saturday (3/2) - Austin, TX
Sunday (3/3) - Deer Park, TX

To see our complete Schedule, click HERE.

Earlier today, I had the opportunity to approve the final song sequence for our new CD, which is scheduled for release in late April. I'll write more about it in the next Update, but I did want to say how blessed and thankful we are to have some GREAT new songs I believe will be a blessing and encouragement to you! I'm going to ask Ben to put together a "audio preview" together that I can include in an upcoming Update! I think you're really going to enjoy the new CD!

As always, thank you for your prayers and your friendship. You are a very important part of what we do. We are thankful for YOU!

Have a blessed weekend!
Gerald Wolfe
Greater Vision
http://greatervisionmusic.com/

Greater Vision In Studio

From Greater Vision's email newsletter of February 7, 2013:

We finished up last weekend in Florida, and we're still in Florida... headed to Palmetto for two great events today!

On Monday, we'll be back in the recording studio, finishing the vocals for our brand-new CD, which is scheduled for release in late April. Rodney, Chris, Jim Brady, Lanny Wolfe, and several other great writers have contributed some great new songs, and we're ready for you to hear them! One of my favorite parts of the recording process will be on Tuesday, when Lari Goss returns to the studio to conduct the Orchestra Session for our recording! Hearing all that great music come together to help carry the message of the songs is a great experience. After that, Bob Williams will begin the "mix" process (putting it all together), and Ben Wolfe will begin working on the art for the CD cover. It will all come together to produce a great CD! Keep watching our Updates for more information, and a chance to get your CD before it's released to the general public!

To see our complete Concert Schedule, click HERE.

We have a sound-check at 11am, so I need to close.

All of us hope you have a great remainder of the week, and we hope to see you SOON!

As always, thank you for your prayers and your friendship. You are a blessing to us!


Blessings,
Greater Vision
greatervision.com
Greater Vision | P.O. Box 1172 | Morristown | TN | 37816-1172

Greater Vision Are Barely Touching The Ground

From Greater Vision's email newsletter of January 31, 2013:

We're still recovering from our three-week trip, and getting ready to head out for a great week of concerts!

On Tuesday, we traveled to Nashville to be a part of the Harmony Honors program. The Southern Gospel Music Guild honored several legendary Gospel songwriters, and Rodney was one of them! He was honored for his 21-year career of writing more than 400 songs! The other honorees were Mosie Lister, Dianne Wilkinson, Ronny Hinson, Squire Parsons, and Phil Cross. The program was recorded, and is scheduled to air on Trinity Broadcasting Network on February 8th. Look for more information in our next Email Update.

Be sure to check out our schedule below to see if we're coming to your area on this trip!


Where We're Headed...
Friday - Waco, TX
Saturday - Hudson, FL
Sunday (am) - Jacksonville, FL
Monday - Inverness, FL

To see our complete Concert Schedule, click HERE.


Our Friend Needs Your Prayer Support

Most of our friends have heard the news about our friend, Tracy Stuffle, who suffered a stroke last week. Tracy is the Bass Singer and Emcee for The Perrys, and has been in the Intensive Care Unit of Baptist Hospital in Nashville since his stroke.

We are asking our friends to join us in praying for Tracy, and for his wife, Libbi, and their son, Jared, during this very difficult time. We also hope you will pray for the rest of the group, Joseph Habedank, Bryan Walker, and fill-in Alto, Leah Page, as they continue to travel.

Libbi is posting regular updates on the Caring Bridge website page that has been set up for Tracy. If you would like to follow her updates, you can visit the site by clicking HERE.

All of us have much to pray about these days, and as you pray, we hope you will remember to pray for us.
As always, we are very grateful for your prayers and your friendship.

We hope to see you soon.


Blessings,
Gerald Wolfe
Greater Vision
http://greatervisionmusic.com/
Greater Vision | P.O. Box 1172 | Morristown | TN | 37816-1172

Happy New Year From Greater Vision

From the Greater Vision email newsletter of January 7, 2013:

2013 is off to a great start, and we're in the studio today, working on some new songs for our upcoming CD release! We think you're really going to like all these new songs...our problem is... narrowing it down to the final 10 for the CD!

Today is the first day of a 3-week trip that will take us from coast-to-coast, and even out of the country for several days. Be sure to check our schedule to see if we're going to be in your area.

Also in this Update, we've included "2012: The Year In Review" for our friends who like to keep up with some "GV Trivia."
Let's Roll!

Friday - Mesa, AZ
Saturday - Highland, CA
Sunday - San Diego, CA
Monday - Yuma, AZ
Wednesday 1/16 - Warner Robins, GA
Thursday 1/17 - Jacksonville, FL (Jubilee!)
Friday 1/18 - Ocala, FL (Jubilee!)
Jan. 19 thru 25 - Gospel Music Celebration Cruise
Saturday 1/26 - Orlando, FL (Jubilee!)
Sunday 1/27 - Titusville, FL

To see our complete Concert Schedule, click HERE.
The Jubilee Tour Comes To Florida!

The Jubilee Gang is heading to Florida this month!
Click here for details about our three concerts in the Sunshine State in January!

2012: The Year In Review
At just about every concert, someone will ask a question like, "How many days are you on the road?" Or "What kind of mileage do you get with that bus?" Or "How many miles to you have on the bus?" So, we thought it would be a good idea to include a little "GV Trivia" about 2012 in this Email Update.

Concerts: 177
Total Travel Days: 213
Bus miles: 75,328
Gallons of fuel purchased: 12,214
Airmiles: Unknown
Number of states traveled: 31
Other countries: 3 (Canada, Israel, Bahamas)
Estimated number of songs sung: 3,186

Let's see what's in store for 2013!

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If you looked at our schedule for this trip, I'm sure you've noticed we'll be covering a LOT of miles over the next several days. We appreciate your prayers on our behalf, and we hope you'll also pray for those who will be attending the concerts. Pray the Lord would use us, and our music, to touch the lives of the people in the audiences.

Thank you for keeping up with us through our Email Updates. We really appreciate your friendship and your prayers.

Have a blessed week!
Greater Vision
http://greatervisionmusic.com/
Greater Vision | P.O. Box 1172 | Morristown | TN | 37816-1172