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::: The Gospel Disciples Biography :::

January 2009 New Article

During the winter of 1980 five members of the Shiloh Baptist Church Male Chorus met after rehearsal in the home of the late Matthew McDonald (bass singer) in an effort to form what is now known as the Gospel Disciples. The late Harvey King (bass guitar/lead vocals) was the originator of this idea. Arnold McDonald (lead guitar/singer), Israel Wells (lead/2nd tenor), and Joseph Hollman (lead/2nd tenor and baritone) were the other members of the group. After a few meetings, the group decided to enrich the harmony of the group and added another voice, Edward Majors, (lead/1st tenor). Then the group added Leon Hayward (percussionist) and finally George Ackerson (keyboards).

In June 1981, the Gospel Disciples celebrated their first anniversary at then Ranges Temple Christ of God in Christ. In the past 20 plus years, the Gospel Disciples have traveled up and down the east coast spreading the gospel mid west far as Detroit Michigan, north far as Connecticut and as far south as Georgia and every state in between, Within our history, with faith and determination, we were very proud to record. Our first recording was written by the late Harvey King entitled ''Wait on the Lord''. Arnold McDonald wrote the second recording entitled "Keep Your Hands In God's Hands". The group recorded its first live CD in 2001 entitled "Lord Have Mercy''. The Gospel Disciples have been blessed to appear on services with the Mighty Clouds of Joy, Wilmington/Chester Mass Choir, The Soul Stirrers, Gospel Keynotes, The Gospel Pearls of Philadelphia, The Gospel Jazz Ensemble, The Temptations and many other recording artists. The group has received numerous awards and citations for its community excellence.

Lead / 1st , 2nd tenor & baritone:
Edward Majors (Vice President)

Lead /1st and 2nd tenor:

William Hall

Lead / 2nd tenor & baritone:
Joseph Hollman (President)

Lead / bass singer:

Joseph Morse

2nd tenor:

Frank Waller

Bass:
Michael Briggs

Rhythm and Lead Guitar/ 2nd tenor:
Pastor Lee Wright

Piano/Keyboard:
Sylvester Cuff

1^st Bass Guitar:

Brian Vick

2^nd Bass Guitar:

Frank Mallory

Percussions:

Sam Jackson

Ralph DueWhite

Songwriters and Executive Producers:
Pastor Lee Wright and Edward Majors

Producers:
The wRight Advantage Group, LLC

Webmaster:
MainLinePros, Inc.

Public Relations and Business Manager:
Michael Wright, 610-864-4683

Also many thanks to the following radio personalities, DJs and Promoters:

David Grimm of Player Entertainment

Jackie Oblinger of Entertainment Cruises
Jo Gamble of Clear Channel
Bill Jolly of Jolly Music

The Thomas & Barbara Latimer Foundation

TTyme Production

We give thanks to the Lord who is the head of our lives.

::: The Gospel Pearls of Philadelphia Biography :::

January 2009 New Article

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In 1998, the spirit moved upon evangelist Rosalie Long (Founder) to bring the word of the Lord through the gift of song. Several friends & relatives were gathered to form this unique group, “The Gospel Pearls of Philadelphia”. The group is comprised of five members, who believe God's name is to be praised. We have sung on programs with: The Mighty Clouds of Joy, The Gospel Keynotes, Lee Williams & The Spiritual QC's, The Dixie Hummingbirds, The Soul Stirrers, The Sensational Nightingales, The Swanee Quintet, The Gospel Disciples, and Tommy Ellison & The Five Singing Stars. God has blessed us to provide inspirational and uplifting songs of praise from Chicago, to The Academy of Music in Philadelphia. We believe in God, and his promise of abundant life.

Through our music we want to enlighten souls and our salvation within Christ. Therefore, keeping our faith in God; realizing, with Christ we can do all things.

Lead / 2nd Soprano:
Cherron Long (Executive Manager)

11 years with the group

1st Soprano:
Rosalie Long (Founder)

1^st / 2nd Soprano:
Sylvia Long

11 years with the group

Alto:
Dorene Abbott

11 years with the group

1^st / 2nd Soprano / Alto:
Mary Thomason

11 years with the group

Rhythm and Lead Guitar/ 2nd tenor:
Pastor Lee Wright
Three years with the group

1^st Bass Guitar:

Norman Long

11 years with the group

2^nd Bass Guitar:

Frank Mallory, Brian Vick

Percussions:

Sam Jackson

Three years with the group

Songwriters and Executive Producers:
Pastor Lee Wright and Edward Majors

Producers:
The wRight Advantage Group, LLC

Webmaster:
MainLinePros, Inc.

Public Relations and Business Manager:
Michael Wright, 610-864-4683

Also many thanks to the following radio personalities, DJs and Promoters:

David Grimm of Player Entertainment

Jackie Oblinger of Entertainment Cruises
Jo Gamble of Clear Channel
Bill Jolly of Jolly Music

The Thomas & Barbara Latimer Foundation

TTyme Production

Continue to praise the Lord for it is good to sing praises to our God. (Psalms 147:1)

Holy Matrimony is a husband and wife team that brings about a unique expression of praise and worship that can touch the very soul of their listeners young and old. Rev. Robert & Michele Scott have their own style of music with a cross of Contemporary/Pop and a blend of R&B/Gospel to inspire the hearts and minds of the nations. Ministering throughout the U.S. for over 16 years, they are now looking forward to an international ministry. Michele is from Pittsburgh and Robert is from Melbourne, FL. Together, they are Holy Matrimony.body as I pass along, then my living shall not be in vain.”