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So, with his dream of singing Southern gospel music seemingly out of reach, Gaither went home and began writing. More than songs and dozens of popular videos later, Gaither and his wife, Gloria, were named Christian Songwriters of the Century in So I started writing songs.

I never realized it would become this popular. Writing came naturally to me. The Gospel Music Hall of Famers together penned songs that are mainstays in hymnals around the world.

He, Gloria and his brother Danny founded the Bill Gaither Trio in the s, and later he formed the award-winning Gaither Vocal Band in which he still sings bass.

What has become an international phenomenon actually started with an impromptu taping in a Nashville studio in You'll get additional more performances from artists like the Gaither Vocal Band and all of your Homecoming Friends. Click here to learn more about the Deluxe Edition. Help Contact. About Us Affiliate Program. Add to Cart. Upgrade to the Deluxe Edition! Customer Reviews. Customer Service Help Contact. One Day at a Time Lynda Randle. The Eastern Gate Sheri Easter. Give the World a Smile The Cathedrals.

Happy Am I Homecoming Friends. Softly and Tenderly Cynthia Clawson. Satisfied Gaither Vocal Band. People don't leave their problems at the door, so music, which he calls art, can be a powerful way to reach a tender soul.

People respond to different genres, be it country, classical or, he said, "the power of rock music. It's something to be shared, and he is pleased that his songs resonate around the world and between faiths. But we zero in on the son of God, who lived, died and rose again.

Those are principal Christian themes. Bill Gaither said he will do his part to get folks to heaven, until earthly Bill Gaither has left the building. Bill Gaither's valentine is his wife, Gloria, "the love of my life" whom he married in They were teachers, and he fell for "this beautiful girl" and they bonded over coffee.

So perhaps that's the secret to a long, strong relationship: Caffeine. Gaither believes a Christ-centered couple has a better chance of making it work. He said there are studies to prove it. But he's a realist. Sometimes, he said, "forever doesn't work" but there is a safety net. The kind of faith that someone who sings "Amazing Grace" on Earth believes it will be more amazing in Heaven, he said.

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