Soloists in order of appearance: Alan Johnson, Twilla Watkins, John Courtney, Jeanne Fuller, Bryan Merrill, Dena Brady, Joanna Oyler, Brenda House, Kelli Niles, Robert Cook, Barbara Harrell, Michelle Ross, Tim Hursh, Kerri Edwards.
]]>Bethany Nazarene College Choral Society & Orchestra present Handel's Messiah. Performed and recorded in Herrick Auditorium on the campus of Bethany Nazarene College on 07 December 1981 at 8:00PM. This recording of the Messiah was Conducted by Dr. Dwight L. Uphaus with Continuo by Mark Reighard. Jaleen Morgan served as rehearsal accompanist.
Soloists in order of appearance: Alan Johnson, Twilla Watkins, John Courtney, Jeanne Fuller, Bryan Merrill, Dena Brady, Joanna Oyler, Brenda House, Kelli Niles, Robert Cook, Barbara Harrell, Michelle Ross, Tim Hursh, Kerri Edwards.
"THE "COLLEGIATE" QUARTET is a name which symbolizes enjoyment, music, and a spiritual blessing to thousands of people throughout the Midwest. Under the direction of the Public Relations Department of Bethany Nazarene College, this quartet has traveled since October of 1958 representing the college in churches and other groups across its educational zone.
During its career with the college the quartet has sung predominantly in churches and youth gatherings of the Church of the Nazarene. These presentations have included the "Showers of Blessing" radio broadcast of the Church of the Nazarene, the "Texas Holiness Convention," revivals, youth camps, memorial services, dedication services, and college inspirational services. Some of its outside appearances have been "The International Convention" in Dallas, Texas, several District Kiwanis conventions, and innumerable local Kiwanis Club meetings. Outstanding times in other religious groups take in, the "Texas Baptist Laymen's Convention," and several "Youth For Christ" meetings. Whether singing in the home of one sick friend or in a municipal auditorium to fifteen thousand Kiwanians, there has always been a song to fit the need and the occasion.
Singing with the quartet on the song "How Great Thou Art" will be heard the familiar voice of Rev. Curtis Smith, the Public Relations Director of Bethany Nazarene College. His life and testimony add a spirit to this song which cannot be replaced.
Miss Sandra Browning, a music major from Tulsa, Oklahoma, accompanies the quartet in many appearances and is heard at the piano in the album.
The baritone and anchor man for the quartet is Steve Brown from Bethany, Oklahoma. Steve also comes from a family of singers and is well versed in the music area. At present he is majoring in music education and plans to go into the field of teaching. Steve's sincerity and warmth of spirit have given him many friends wherever he has gone.
The youngest member of the group is Harrell Lucky from Little Rock, Arkansas, singing second tenor. Harrell's enthusiasm and zeal have made his Christian testimony burn into the hearts of many young people. He received the call into religious music while a senior in high school, and is now studying in that field. At the end of his freshman year Harrell exhibited his potential by receiving the award for All-Around Freshman of his class.
Danny Steele, from Coffeyville, Kansas presently occupies the first tenor position in the foursome. Although coming from a musical family and having much experience in that field, Danny has planned from early childhood to enter the ministry. While in college he has held several student offices including the Student Council Presidency in "the year 1959-60. Danny and Marshall, the bass, traveled together for four years in quartet work.
Singing bass is Marshall Pryor from Shreveport, Louisiana. Marshall has been described by many as the "little man with the big voice". Being small of stature but big in heart and voice, he has won his way into the hearts of multitudes wherever the quartet has sung. Entering college in 1956, Marshall soon felt the call to preach and later to the mission fields for which he is now preparing.
On this album the song styles are not professional nor are the voices highly trained. Most of the arrangements are original with this quartet. In devotion, in praise, or in testimony, whatever constitutes the message of the song, it is sung the way it is felt. These songs were recorded for one specific purpose: To preserve that which has once been a blessing in anticipation that it will again and again be a source of inspiration to those who listen.
Side 1:
I. How Great Thou Art
2. At The Altar
3. A Mighty Fortress
4. For All My Sin
5. Do You Know My Jesus
6. Glory, Glory, Clear The Road
Side 2:
l. 'Tis Burning In My Soul
2. Precious Lord, Take My Hand
3. I Am A Pilgrim
4. I'll Tell It Wherever I Go
5. God Leads Us Along
6. At The End Of The Road
With the sincere attempt to bless the hearts of many and with a consciousness of its limitations, the members of the "Collegiate" Quartet dedicate this album to the Glory of God, the building of His Kingdom, and the blessing of those who hear it."
]]>From the album's back cover:
"THE "COLLEGIATE" QUARTET is a name which symbolizes enjoyment, music, and a spiritual blessing to thousands of people throughout the Midwest. Under the direction of the Public Relations Department of Bethany Nazarene College, this quartet has traveled since October of 1958 representing the college in churches and other groups across its educational zone.
During its career with the college the quartet has sung predominantly in churches and youth gatherings of the Church of the Nazarene. These presentations have included the "Showers of Blessing" radio broadcast of the Church of the Nazarene, the "Texas Holiness Convention," revivals, youth camps, memorial services, dedication services, and college inspirational services. Some of its outside appearances have been "The International Convention" in Dallas, Texas, several District Kiwanis conventions, and innumerable local Kiwanis Club meetings. Outstanding times in other religious groups take in, the "Texas Baptist Laymen's Convention," and several "Youth For Christ" meetings. Whether singing in the home of one sick friend or in a municipal auditorium to fifteen thousand Kiwanians, there has always been a song to fit the need and the occasion.
Singing with the quartet on the song "How Great Thou Art" will be heard the familiar voice of Rev. Curtis Smith, the Public Relations Director of Bethany Nazarene College. His life and testimony add a spirit to this song which cannot be replaced.
Miss Sandra Browning, a music major from Tulsa, Oklahoma, accompanies the quartet in many appearances and is heard at the piano in the album.
The baritone and anchor man for the quartet is Steve Brown from Bethany, Oklahoma. Steve also comes from a family of singers and is well versed in the music area. At present he is majoring in music education and plans to go into the field of teaching. Steve's sincerity and warmth of spirit have given him many friends wherever he has gone.
The youngest member of the group is Harrell Lucky from Little Rock, Arkansas, singing second tenor. Harrell's enthusiasm and zeal have made his Christian testimony burn into the hearts of many young people. He received the call into religious music while a senior in high school, and is now studying in that field. At the end of his freshman year Harrell exhibited his potential by receiving the award for All-Around Freshman of his class.
Danny Steele, from Coffeyville, Kansas presently occupies the first tenor position in the foursome. Although coming from a musical family and having much experience in that field, Danny has planned from early childhood to enter the ministry. While in college he has held several student offices including the Student Council Presidency in "the year 1959-60. Danny and Marshall, the bass, traveled together for four years in quartet work.
Singing bass is Marshall Pryor from Shreveport, Louisiana. Marshall has been described by many as the "little man with the big voice". Being small of stature but big in heart and voice, he has won his way into the hearts of multitudes wherever the quartet has sung. Entering college in 1956, Marshall soon felt the call to preach and later to the mission fields for which he is now preparing.
On this album the song styles are not professional nor are the voices highly trained. Most of the arrangements are original with this quartet. In devotion, in praise, or in testimony, whatever constitutes the message of the song, it is sung the way it is felt. These songs were recorded for one specific purpose: To preserve that which has once been a blessing in anticipation that it will again and again be a source of inspiration to those who listen.
Side 1:
I. How Great Thou Art
2. At The Altar
3. A Mighty Fortress
4. For All My Sin
5. Do You Know My Jesus
6. Glory, Glory, Clear The Road
Side 2:
l. 'Tis Burning In My Soul
2. Precious Lord, Take My Hand
3. I Am A Pilgrim
4. I'll Tell It Wherever I Go
5. God Leads Us Along
6. At The End Of The Road
With the sincere attempt to bless the hearts of many and with a consciousness of its limitations, the members of the "Collegiate" Quartet dedicate this album to the Glory of God, the building of His Kingdom, and the blessing of those who hear it."
"THE "COLLEGIATE" QUARTET is a name which symbolizes enjoyment, music, and a spiritual blessing to thousands of people throughout the Midwest. Under the direction of the Public Relations Department of Bethany Nazarene College, this quartet has traveled since October of 1958 representing the college in churches and other groups across its educational zone.
During its career with the college the quartet has sung predominantly in churches and youth gatherings of the Church of the Nazarene. These presentations have included the "Showers of Blessing" radio broadcast of the Church of the Nazarene, the "Texas Holiness Convention," revivals, youth camps, memorial services, dedication services, and college inspirational services. Some of its outside appearances have been "The International Convention" in Dallas, Texas, several District Kiwanis conventions, and innumerable local Kiwanis Club meetings. Outstanding times in other religious groups take in, the "Texas Baptist Laymen's Convention," and several "Youth For Christ" meetings. Whether singing in the home of one sick friend or in a municipal auditorium to fifteen thousand Kiwanians, there has always been a song to fit the need and the occasion.
Singing with the quartet on the song "How Great Thou Art" will be heard the familiar voice of Rev. Curtis Smith, the Public Relations Director of Bethany Nazarene College. His life and testimony add a spirit to this song which cannot be replaced.
Miss Sandra Browning, a music major from Tulsa, Oklahoma, accompanies the quartet in many appearances and is heard at the piano in the album.
The baritone and anchor man for the quartet is Steve Brown from Bethany, Oklahoma. Steve also comes from a family of singers and is well versed in the music area. At present he is majoring in music education and plans to go into the field of teaching. Steve's sincerity and warmth of spirit have given him many friends wherever he has gone.
The youngest member of the group is Harrell Lucky from Little Rock, Arkansas, singing second tenor. Harrell's enthusiasm and zeal have made his Christian testimony burn into the hearts of many young people. He received the call into religious music while a senior in high school, and is now studying in that field. At the end of his freshman year Harrell exhibited his potential by receiving the award for All-Around Freshman of his class.
Danny Steele, from Coffeyville, Kansas presently occupies the first tenor position in the foursome. Although coming from a musical family and having much experience in that field, Danny has planned from early childhood to enter the ministry. While in college he has held several student offices including the Student Council Presidency in "the year 1959-60. Danny and Marshall, the bass, traveled together for four years in quartet work.
Singing bass is Marshall Pryor from Shreveport, Louisiana. Marshall has been described by many as the "little man with the big voice". Being small of stature but big in heart and voice, he has won his way into the hearts of multitudes wherever the quartet has sung. Entering college in 1956, Marshall soon felt the call to preach and later to the mission fields for which he is now preparing.
On this album the song styles are not professional nor are the voices highly trained. Most of the arrangements are original with this quartet. In devotion, in praise, or in testimony, whatever constitutes the message of the song, it is sung the way it is felt. These songs were recorded for one specific purpose: To preserve that which has once been a blessing in anticipation that it will again and again be a source of inspiration to those who listen.
Side 1:
I. How Great Thou Art
2. At The Altar
3. A Mighty Fortress
4. For All My Sin
5. Do You Know My Jesus
6. Glory, Glory, Clear The Road
Side 2:
l. 'Tis Burning In My Soul
2. Precious Lord, Take My Hand
3. I Am A Pilgrim
4. I'll Tell It Wherever I Go
5. God Leads Us Along
6. At The End Of The Road
With the sincere attempt to bless the hearts of many and with a consciousness of its limitations, the members of the "Collegiate" Quartet dedicate this album to the Glory of God, the building of His Kingdom, and the blessing of those who hear it."
]]>From the album's back cover:
"THE "COLLEGIATE" QUARTET is a name which symbolizes enjoyment, music, and a spiritual blessing to thousands of people throughout the Midwest. Under the direction of the Public Relations Department of Bethany Nazarene College, this quartet has traveled since October of 1958 representing the college in churches and other groups across its educational zone.
During its career with the college the quartet has sung predominantly in churches and youth gatherings of the Church of the Nazarene. These presentations have included the "Showers of Blessing" radio broadcast of the Church of the Nazarene, the "Texas Holiness Convention," revivals, youth camps, memorial services, dedication services, and college inspirational services. Some of its outside appearances have been "The International Convention" in Dallas, Texas, several District Kiwanis conventions, and innumerable local Kiwanis Club meetings. Outstanding times in other religious groups take in, the "Texas Baptist Laymen's Convention," and several "Youth For Christ" meetings. Whether singing in the home of one sick friend or in a municipal auditorium to fifteen thousand Kiwanians, there has always been a song to fit the need and the occasion.
Singing with the quartet on the song "How Great Thou Art" will be heard the familiar voice of Rev. Curtis Smith, the Public Relations Director of Bethany Nazarene College. His life and testimony add a spirit to this song which cannot be replaced.
Miss Sandra Browning, a music major from Tulsa, Oklahoma, accompanies the quartet in many appearances and is heard at the piano in the album.
The baritone and anchor man for the quartet is Steve Brown from Bethany, Oklahoma. Steve also comes from a family of singers and is well versed in the music area. At present he is majoring in music education and plans to go into the field of teaching. Steve's sincerity and warmth of spirit have given him many friends wherever he has gone.
The youngest member of the group is Harrell Lucky from Little Rock, Arkansas, singing second tenor. Harrell's enthusiasm and zeal have made his Christian testimony burn into the hearts of many young people. He received the call into religious music while a senior in high school, and is now studying in that field. At the end of his freshman year Harrell exhibited his potential by receiving the award for All-Around Freshman of his class.
Danny Steele, from Coffeyville, Kansas presently occupies the first tenor position in the foursome. Although coming from a musical family and having much experience in that field, Danny has planned from early childhood to enter the ministry. While in college he has held several student offices including the Student Council Presidency in "the year 1959-60. Danny and Marshall, the bass, traveled together for four years in quartet work.
Singing bass is Marshall Pryor from Shreveport, Louisiana. Marshall has been described by many as the "little man with the big voice". Being small of stature but big in heart and voice, he has won his way into the hearts of multitudes wherever the quartet has sung. Entering college in 1956, Marshall soon felt the call to preach and later to the mission fields for which he is now preparing.
On this album the song styles are not professional nor are the voices highly trained. Most of the arrangements are original with this quartet. In devotion, in praise, or in testimony, whatever constitutes the message of the song, it is sung the way it is felt. These songs were recorded for one specific purpose: To preserve that which has once been a blessing in anticipation that it will again and again be a source of inspiration to those who listen.
Side 1:
I. How Great Thou Art
2. At The Altar
3. A Mighty Fortress
4. For All My Sin
5. Do You Know My Jesus
6. Glory, Glory, Clear The Road
Side 2:
l. 'Tis Burning In My Soul
2. Precious Lord, Take My Hand
3. I Am A Pilgrim
4. I'll Tell It Wherever I Go
5. God Leads Us Along
6. At The End Of The Road
With the sincere attempt to bless the hearts of many and with a consciousness of its limitations, the members of the "Collegiate" Quartet dedicate this album to the Glory of God, the building of His Kingdom, and the blessing of those who hear it."
Bethany Nazarene College, as it is known at the present time, developed through the merging of six educational institutions with the college located at Bethany. This year we are celebrating the Fiftieth Anniversary of the school located at Bethany, Oklahoma.
The primary purpose of Bethany Nazarene College is to foster, in a world of uncertainty and unrest, a faith in the spiritual and enduring values of Christianity. In these fifty years, the College has outgrown buildings and added new ones. She has not outgrown - and praises God, never shall outgrow - her high tradition of sincerity, faith, conviction, and service. B. N.C. is a college of liberal arts with an emphasis thoroughly Christian. The Division of Fine Arts at B. N.C. was designed from the beginning as an integral part of the liberal arts program. It is not organized as a separate school, but as a Division within the liberal arts college. The department of Music offers a major in the field of applied music, church music, and music education. The work that is given is of high quality, and it is under the supervision of a highly trained and competent music staff.
The A Cappella Choir was first organized in 1938. Since that time, it has appeared in annual concerts over the entire West Central Educational Zone of the Church of the Nazarene. We take pleasure in presenting Professor Lester Dunn and the 1959-60 A Cappella Choir, the Oratorio Chorus and Orchestra, and the A Cappella Choir and Band.
We are happy to present Professor Reuben Rodeheaver and the B. N.C. Band, Professor David Uerkvitz at the Piano, Professor Chambers as Tenor Soloist and Carolyn Swigart at the Organ. The art work on the front cover was done by the art department.
We feel that the history of the past of B.N.C. is a prophecy of the future. We dedicate ourselves to our unfinished task.
50th Anniversary Record
Side 1
1. By the Water of Babylon – Howe
H. Eugene Chambers, Tenor
2. Praise the Lord – Clarum
A Cappella Choir; Lester L. Dunn, Director
3. I Fell on My Knees and Cried “Holy” – Cantwell arr. Lester L. Dunn
A Cappella Choir; Lester Dunn, Tenor
4. God of Our Fathers – Warren
A Cappella Choir and Band; Lester L. Dunn, Conductor
5. Hallelujah Chorus
Oratorio Chorus and Orchestra; Lester L. Dunn, Conductor
Side 2
6. Scherzo, from “Sonata in F# Minor Op. 2” – Brahms
David Uerkvitz, Pianist
7. Hymn of Glory (dedicated to the American Legion) – Pietro Yon
Carolyn Swigart, Organist
8. Panis Angelicus – Cesar Franck
9. Ariosa – Williams
Band; Reuben E. Rodeheaver, Conductor
This record is recorded on clear red vinyl.
Notes from the Album Cover:
Bethany Nazarene College, as it is known at the present time, developed through the merging of six educational institutions with the college located at Bethany. This year we are celebrating the Fiftieth Anniversary of the school located at Bethany, Oklahoma.
The primary purpose of Bethany Nazarene College is to foster, in a world of uncertainty and unrest, a faith in the spiritual and enduring values of Christianity. In these fifty years, the College has outgrown buildings and added new ones. She has not outgrown - and praises God, never shall outgrow - her high tradition of sincerity, faith, conviction, and service. B. N.C. is a college of liberal arts with an emphasis thoroughly Christian. The Division of Fine Arts at B. N.C. was designed from the beginning as an integral part of the liberal arts program. It is not organized as a separate school, but as a Division within the liberal arts college. The department of Music offers a major in the field of applied music, church music, and music education. The work that is given is of high quality, and it is under the supervision of a highly trained and competent music staff.
The A Cappella Choir was first organized in 1938. Since that time, it has appeared in annual concerts over the entire West Central Educational Zone of the Church of the Nazarene. We take pleasure in presenting Professor Lester Dunn and the 1959-60 A Cappella Choir, the Oratorio Chorus and Orchestra, and the A Cappella Choir and Band.
We are happy to present Professor Reuben Rodeheaver and the B. N.C. Band, Professor David Uerkvitz at the Piano, Professor Chambers as Tenor Soloist and Carolyn Swigart at the Organ. The art work on the front cover was done by the art department.
We feel that the history of the past of B.N.C. is a prophecy of the future. We dedicate ourselves to our unfinished task.
50th Anniversary Record
Side 1
1. By the Water of Babylon – Howe
H. Eugene Chambers, Tenor
2. Praise the Lord – Clarum
A Cappella Choir; Lester L. Dunn, Director
3. I Fell on My Knees and Cried “Holy” – Cantwell arr. Lester L. Dunn
A Cappella Choir; Lester Dunn, Tenor
4. God of Our Fathers – Warren
A Cappella Choir and Band; Lester L. Dunn, Conductor
5. Hallelujah Chorus
Oratorio Chorus and Orchestra; Lester L. Dunn, Conductor
Side 2
6. Scherzo, from “Sonata in F# Minor Op. 2” – Brahms
David Uerkvitz, Pianist
7. Hymn of Glory (dedicated to the American Legion) – Pietro Yon
Carolyn Swigart, Organist
8. Panis Angelicus – Cesar Franck
9. Ariosa – Williams
Band; Reuben E. Rodeheaver, Conductor
This record is recorded on clear red vinyl.