A Great Weekend

Last weekend I had the privilege of attending two excellent concerts. The first was on Saturday night, with Greater Vision. I hadn't seen Gerald and the guys for quite a while, so I was ready to see them again. Gerald's MC work was flawless. He knew when to make us laugh, and yet also knew when to turn our thoughts to an intimate moment with God. We got to hear some of their old favorites, but also got to hear some new material too. It was just an enjoyable evening of great Gospel Music.

Sunday afternoon and evening, I spent with one of the most under-rated Bass singers in the business. Hovie Walker could well be the lowest Bass singer in the business, maybe even in the world. This man can hit the flat bottom of the barrell. He was singing with the Hymnsmen, and these guys were awesome. They have a great program, yet made you feel relaxed and able to enjoy the evening. The let everyone have a time to show their wares. I love the edge of the Tenors voice, and the Lead singer gives it all he's got. The Baritone, well, he did what all good Baritones do, he kept that harmony together. They also let Hovie shine and you could see the men in the audience poking their wives saying, "That's how a Bass singer is supposed to sound". It was nearly a two hour trip, and if you know Hovie Walker, he has more stories form traveling with Willie Wynn, the Thrasher Brothers, and Leon Russell to keep you in stitches all the way there and back.

So, Saturday and Sunday nights were really great times for me. If you get a chance to see Greater Vision or the Hymnsmen, by all means it will be worth your trip. If you see Hovie Walker, tell him I have a few more vocal pointers for him.