Bill Gaither Trio
| 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 |
| Associated acts | Gary McSpadden, Michael English |
The Bill Gaither Trio, originally simply The Gaither Trio, was a gospel music group, last consisting of Bill, his wife Gloria Gaither, and Michael English.
History
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
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] |
Members
Lead
- Danny Gaither (1956–1962, 1966–1977)
- Gary McSpadden (1977–1988)
- Michael English (1989–1991)
Alto
- Mary Ann Gaither (1956–1964; 1965–1966)
- Gloria Gaither (1964–1991)
- Sherry Slattery (1966–1967)
- Betty Fair (1967–1970)
Baritone
- Bill Gaither (1956–1991)
Discography
- 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
References
- ↑ "Wheelersburg Board Acts on Teachers". Ohio, Portsmouth. Portsmouth Times. May 31, 1962. p. 14. Retrieved March 6, 2016 – via Newspaperarchive.com.
- 1 2 "The Gaither Trio To Give Concert". Indiana, Anderson. Anderson Herald Bulletin. April 19, 1964. p. 7. Retrieved March 6, 2016 – via Newspaperarchive.com.
- 1 2 "Alexandria Teacher Wins Recognition As Composer". Indiana, Anderson. Anderson Daily Bulletin. October 12, 1966. p. 4. Retrieved March 7, 2016 – via Newspapers.com.
- 1 2 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on Google Archives
- ↑ Bill Gaither Trio
- 1 2 "("Gaither" search results)". The Grammys. Retrieved 8 March 2016.