May God Bless You and Yours." Make sure that the file is a photo. Sumner surrounded himself with some of the most talented young people in the gospel music field. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet as one of the most successful groups gospel music had ever experienced. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet a coveted spot on the Elvis Presley show. In 1936, he was a founding father of the National Singing Convention, an organization which has convened annually ever since. Stamps Music Company in Jacksonville, Texas, and published their first song book, Harbor Bells. They were the first group in gospel music to use four microphones. The Stamps Quartet provided the ideal promotional vehicle through which to advertise the companys songbooks through their daily broadcasts on KRLD radio in Dallas. The Stamps Quartet has been honored with induction into the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame, and the group has won both Grammy and Dove awards for best gospel group and best gospel album. Learn more about merges. He was a former deacon at the Second Baptist Church and Fellowship Baptist Church, both of Bridge City.He is survived by three daughters, Kathy Waldrip of Midlothian, Texas, Susan Meyer and her husband Fred of Sherman, and Janice Renee Stamps Anderson of Sherman; one son, David Earl Stamps and wife Elizabeth of Houston; nine grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; one great great grandson; one brother, Virgil Stamps and his wife Ann of Houston; two sisters-in-law, Avis Stamps of Timpson and Elizabeth Stamps of Round Rock, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Stamps, 87, passed away Sunday December 2 at Texoma Medical Center.Frank was born February 11, 1925 in Timpson, Texas to the late Fred and Amy (Stilley) Stamps. 901 Camino del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108. February 24 - 26, 2023. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Frank Howard Stamps I found on Findagrave.com. Please enter your email and password to sign in. The groups served a purpose that ultimately benefited from all the sharing, though. Try again later. We want to fit in and compliment the look of your event. One name is synonymous with the other. Handbook of Texas Online, 11/25/1929: Reapers be true: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group : Victor: Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Frank Stamps (29484015)? Gaither Homecoming Videos, Elvis He Touched Me Videos. Gospel music would never be the same again. You can always change this later in your Account settings. No recordings issued from other masters. APA Style = Recordings were issued from this master. (from Paul, Karen, & Katherine)The following letter of condolence, and "letter of intent", from J.D. Mister Frank, as he was affectionately called, traveled the length and breadth of the United States promoting gospel music, participating in gospel singings local, county, state, and on the national level. That longevity would have been impossible without the blood, sweat and tears of J. D. Sumner. Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) He is a member of the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music . Our loss has certainly been Heaven's gain. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Every dollar helps. Sumner were implemented by his group. Add to your scrapbook. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Sumner appears in the May 1965 issue of Gospel Music Hi-Lites. Stamps School of Music in 1924, and his brother Frank (born around 1890 in Gilmer, Texas) established the first Stamps Quartet around the same time. Chicago Style business hours We can get the job done! Frank was born February 11, 1925 in Timpson, Texas to the late Fred and Amy (Stilley) Stamps. Try again later. Stamps' brother Frank Stamps formed the Frank Stamps Quartet around the same time. The Stamps Quartet became the first Southern gospel quartet to sign with a major label when it recorded Give the World a Smile for the Victor label in the late 1920s. Even though J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet worked with Elvis Presley, they maintained a full gospel itinerary, which presented the best of both worlds. Your loss is far greater than ours. Frank worked as a pumper for Texaco for over 40 years and was actively involved in their union. In 2014 and 2015 the group toured Europe to perform in ElvisThe Musical. 1-800-373-5614 In today, Out tommorow California Stamp Co. You can reach us during Monday - Friday has unbeatable prices. Upon his retirement in 1962 Frank Stamps sold his publishing interests. Feel free to contribute! Home | Contact Us | Terms of Use | Accessibility, https://adp.library.ucsb.edu/names/316190, Male vocal quartet, with piano (takes 3 and 4), Male vocal solo, with male vocal accompaniment and piano, Male vocal quartet, with male vocal solo and piano. Sumner, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. By this point, the Stamps publishing company operated by Frank's brother had merged with a company operated by J R Baxter to become Stamps Baxter Music . After V O Stamps death, Frank Stamps became J R Baxters partner and took over his brothers duties in the company. MLA Style. With verified reviews and thousands of ratings, it's easy to book the perfect vendor for all types of eventsno matter how big or small. The group continued to perform, although only one of the current members, Enoch, owner and manager, remained from the quartets golden years with Elvis. Weve updated the security on the site. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. This account has been disabled. By that time V. O. Stamps had partnered with J. R. Baxter to form the Stamps-Baxter Music and Printing Company, which was instrumental in the development of the various Stamps Quartets over the years and also became one of the most successful printers of shape note hymnbooks in the United States. Have a question? Stamps, died in the early 40's, Frank and Sally found themselves with the large responsibility of the Stamps Quartet Radio Show, publishing company and singing schools. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. In 1948 they moved to WSPA radio Spartanburg, SC and dropped the "Stamps" name. accessed March 04, 2023, The following, adapted from the Chicago Manual of Style, 15th edition, is the preferred citation for this entry. It was this quality, uniqueness and expertise that won J.D. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Records would show that in the time frame they were working both arenas, they had the opportunity to present gospel music to more audiences and a larger number of people than anyone had, before that time. Enter your email address*. Stay up to date with Christian Music Archive via E-Mail! Ed Enoch and members of the world-famous Stamps Quartet were inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1997. This is a 69 selection softback song book published by Stamps Quartet Music Company, Inc. San Diego Mission Valley Hilton. Frank Stamps, one of gospel music's foremost singers, recording artists, music publishers, broadcasters, masters of ceremony, and through the Stamps Quartet School of Music, educators. JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. Drag images here or select from your computer for Frank Howard Stamps memorial. "We will never hear his deep bass voice again; but, we know his work will never be forgotten. They set trends and helped broaden the scope of gospel music. The Gospel Side of Elvis recording featuring the Stamps Quartet. Television specials: CBS NBC - TNN TBN - GMT - PBS. V. O. Stamps founded the V.O. We are the Firefly Jazz Quartet and it is our mission to supply classy, hip, live music to all of San Diego County. Learn more about this vendor for your event. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Frank Stamps All Star Quartet. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Truly the Lords ambassador whose heart and voice had wings. ). A few years later in the early 1960s, the quartet was reborn, again as an outreach of the publishing company. Just his name told all. Southern Gospel History, JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet (http://www.sghistory.com/index.php?n=J.JD_Sumner_And_The_Stamps_Quartet), accessed June 25, 2011. (16 October 2011), http://www.sghistory.com/index.php?n=J.JD_Sumner_And_The_Stamps_Quartet. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. He formed the Stamps Quartet Music Company. Most notable was their launch into global stardom as the key backup group for Elvis Presley. All Rights Reserved.Funeral Home Website by Batesville | Funeral Planning and Grief Resources. Resend Activation Email. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Recent projects have included backup vocals for Alan Jacksons Precious Memories Volume II, recorded in 2013. Then in 1926, VO partnered with J R Baxter to form the Stamps Baxter Music And Printing Company. This partnership became the most successful publisher of shape note hymn books in the United States. Year should not be greater than current year. "He was the leader of the convention singing too. Virgil and Frank Stamps were inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Associations Hall of Fame in 1997. The members of Firefly Jazz Quartet have been playing all over America's Finest City. Groups using various versions of the Stamps name were active until V Os death in 1940. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Frank formed the V.O. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Try again later. He also, recorded on the first major record label with the Stamps Quartet. During the ensuing years more personnel changes occurred. 1981). knew Elvis loved gospel music as much as he did. = Recordings were issued from this master. They also had the first ever Southern Gospel hit single with Give The World A Smile. Christian Music Archive is not responsible for the content of external internet sites. "Give The World A Smile" became the group's first major hit and later became their signature song. In 1927, the Frank Stamps Quartet signed a recording contract with Victor records, making them the first Southern Gospel quartet to sign on a major label. "Mister Frank", as he was affectionately called, traveled the length and breadth . Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. By working with Elvis Presley, J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet created a whole new fan base for gospel music. Following Presleys death, numerous personnel changes resulted in an overall decline in the groups popularity, despite performing at various Elvis tribute events and gospel concerts. He moved to Grayson County in 2005 where he enjoyed gardening and woodworking in his retirement. Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group : Victor: BVE-56590: 10-in. Failed to delete memorial. . The Stamps continue to make recordings, are regularly seen on television and constantly tour the United States, Canada, Hawaii, European and Asian countries performing Gospel, Secular, and. They were already touring in their custom bus since 1962. There is a problem with your email/password. JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. Our Story Request a Quote Shipping Info Find Us Here. 0 cemeteries found in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, USA. Ready for retirement, Frank Stamps sold his business to James Blackwood and J D Sumner a year or two later. Sumner & The Stamps Quartet [1965-98], Golden Covenant [1998-2003], The Stamps Genres Southern Gospel, Vocal Group Share Tweet Follow 16 followers ADVERTISEMENT Discography 71 Credits 45 Filmography 1 Album Showing all (40) Issues If you change your mind, you can easily unsubscribe. Check out these verified reviews from bookings on The Bash. No albums list this artist in credits. Get a feel for the songs performed by this vendor. When Dwight Brock (brother to Lena "Mom" Speer) joined the group at the piano, he was one of the first to introduce instrumental turnarounds between the verses. Contact them directly for special requests. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet was the first quartet to add a band to the sound. Photo slide show of 1961 Frank Stamps QuartetMusic: "I'm Rejoicing" Learn more about managing a memorial . Part of the deal also consisted of J D giving up his ownership of the Blackwood Brothers and James giving up his ownership of the Stamps. They had regular programs on Dallas radio stations WFFA and KRLD and performed in churches and other venues in the Dallas area. He was named after his uncle Frank Stamps, the founder and lead singer of the original gospel singing Stamps Quartet. During their years backing Elvis, Sumner had some health issues, so Richard Sterban and others were used to sing bass at times. First Rebirth (1962) 8:30am - 4:30pm PST Give us a try! If my owner doesn't like you, neither do I. Their opportunity and experience working with Elvis, established a platform enabling them to reach a broad section of the music fan as a whole, not just those who attended church on Sunday. = Recordings were issued from this master. Finally, the All Star designation was dropped and the group that had been the Stamps All Stars had come to be commonly known as The Stamps Quartet. The Stamps have received numerous Grammy and Dove awards for The Best Gospel Group, and The Best Gospel Album of The Year.. Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. Under Franks influence, the publishing company began to arrange deals with many popular quartets of the day to sell Stamps-Baxter songbooks. No man has ever done more than he in all fields of Gospel Music. The name, Frank Stamps, in our world of music was like water to a thirsty man..was like food to a hungry man. At times, as many as 100 groups were using the word Stamps in their name. You remember that a mantle was passed from Frank Stamps to J. D. Sumner, as far back as the 1920s, when a four-year old, after hearing Frank Stamps sing at a Wimauma, Florida camp meeting, told his mama that he knew he was going to be a bass singer like Mr. Frank Stamps. Try again later. Frank Stamps decided to narrow his attention to publishing songbooks around 1950. We can dress in all black, cocktail, formal, theme it's up to you. Thanks for your help! The register book can be signed online at waldofuneralhome.com. Oops, we were unable to send the email. J. D. Sumner and the Stamps blazed a new path in the gospel music field, when Sumner committed his group to taking gospel music into the secular arena, working with Elvis Presley. 11/25/1929: I'm on the right road now: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet . [In the early 1940's, the Blackwoods were known as "The Blackwood Brothers' Stamps Quartet.] / "Sally and Frank worked side by side building great singing schools every year. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Rick Strickland later replaced Warren on tenor and Jerry Kelso became the pianist. It was also during this period that the Stamps had their only female vocalists, Sandra Steele who was later replaced by Jennifer OBrien. 25 Stamp Dealers - Nationwide Participation 157 Competitive Exhibit Frames. URI: https://adp.library.ucsb.edu/names/316190. Numerous performances at state and county fairs - festivals throughout the United States, Canada, Hawaii, and International festivals. We have set your language to I tried to sing like him. Copyright 2014 - 23 WALDO FUNERAL HOME. The partnership lasted five years until Frank Stamps left his position with Stamps-Baxter and began a new company called Stamps Quartet Music Company. Warren returned to sing tenor while Toney and Hill remained with the group during the name change. 11/25/1929: Living for Jesus: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group : Victor: BVE-56591: 10-in. Please reset your password. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. To the last and some of the longest standing members of J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet who were there until they sang the last song with this most distinguished organization were: Ed Enoch, Ed Hill, Rick Strickland and Jerry Kelso. J. D. enjoyed getting the attention of his audiences with a familiar song, be it gospel, an Elvis hit or a country and western ballad, and then reaching their hearts with the music he loved the most (gospel music). GREAT NEWS! Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. When J D Sumner passed away in 1998, the final members of the group were Sumner, Strickland, Ed Enoch, Hill, and Kelso. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. It's free to book and make secure online payments through The Bash. Retrieved March 3, 2023, from https://adp.library.ucsb.edu/names/316190. It all started in 1924 when V O Stamps formed the V O Stamps School Of Music. It all started in 1924 when V O Stamps formed the V O Stamps School Of Music. Brock originated the \"turn-around,\" which is another intro played after the first verse and chorus has been sung. The Stamps Quartet is a gospel quartet originally founded in 1924 in Dallas by Virgil Oliver Stamps. No one is more dedicated nor knows more about the organization. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Published by the Texas State Historical Association. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group : Victor: BVE-70693: 10-in. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. The Stamps All Stars were promoted as the top group in the Stamps family, so any time a member would quit, the next best man was immediately moved into his place. Stamps School of Music in 1924, and his brother Frank (born around 1890 in Gilmer, Texas) established the first Stamps Quartet around the same time. Compare us to other. Discography of American Historical Recordings. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Friday, February 24 10 AM - 6 PM Saturday, February 25 10 AM - 6 PM Sunday, February 26 10 AM - 3 PM. "Frank Stamps All Star Quartet," accessed March 3, 2023, https://adp.library.ucsb.edu/names/316190. We have our own sound system, a BOSE L1, which sounds clear and lovely from anywhere in the room. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. In 1946, Sally says the attendance was over 1,100. The Stamps Quartet was a Southern Gospel group from Two Stamps and A Baxter A series of significant events in the 1920s launched a legendary name in gospel music. Frank Stamps Quartet, Stamps All Stars, Old Original Stamps Quartet, Old Gentlemen, The Stamps Quartet (with Frank Stamps) History (1920-1962) While Frank Stamps and his brother, V O Stamps, worked for the Vaughan Music Company around 1920, Frank originated the first Stamps Quartet. All rights reserved, Appalachian State University/Boone, North Carolina, Good things come to those who hustle while they wait"- Ben Franklin, "Don't ever look down on someone unless you plan on helping them up", If youre not first youre last Ricky Bobby, "I always shoot for the stars, and if I miss, i land on the moon.. ", " Woof!!! Try again. Performer: Frank Stamps and his QuartetWriter: Thomas BentonMale voices with piano.Digitized at 78 revolutions per minute. Nobody can do what he did, but we will try with your prayers and your support. That format also established another first for J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. We will be on time and we will be pleasant, attentive, and easy to work with. V. O. Stamps founded the V.O. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Burl Strevel joined the quartet in 1947 to sing bass, and they moved over to WDBB radio in Burlington, NC. He was named after his uncle Frank Stamps, the founder and lead singer of the original gospel singing Stamps Quartet. We're no strangers to performing. By that point, the group included Big John Hall, Jim Hill, and Mylon LeFevre. The quartet broke up in 1979, but by the late 1980s J. D. Sumner decided to revive the group. Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1927 - 1932, Roles Represented in DAHR: Vocal group, Musical group. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. In exchange, groups were allowed to use Stamps or Stamps-Baxter as part of their own name. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Their unique blend, close harmony and excitement, won them fans everywhere. Artist descriptions on Last.fm are editable by everyone. The Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Hall, Memphis, TN. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. This move also established the now revered four guys and a piano configuration for male quartet singing. We have arrangements for over 100+ great songs from the 1920's through the 1960's. Texas Gospel Music Museum and Hall of Fame. . Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. California Stamp Company. The company also launched a number of groups with the Stamps name. Sumner left the Blackwood Brothers Quartet and became the bass singer with the Stamps, creating what would be forever recognized as J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/stamps-quartet. This browser does not support getting your location. Christian Music Archive is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. Group members were Palmer Wheeler, Roy Wheeler, Dwight Brock, . A system error has occurred. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Former Lone Star Quartet lead and baritone Clarence Turbyfill joined to sing tenor. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. The Stamps Quartet was a Southern Gospel group from Two Stamps and A Baxter A series of significant events in the 1920s launched a legendary name in gospel music. 11/25/1929: I'm only here on a visit: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: vocalist, bass vocal : Victor: BVE-56593: 10-in. Sumner remained as the bass singer with the Blackwood Brothers until 1965, when he made the decision that would prove to be the most pivotal point in the destiny of the Stamps Quartet. The Stamps-Baxter company published songbooks, and selling them was a key source of revenue for the groups and for the company in turn. Frank Stamps Quartet Give The World a Smile 1927 9,127 views May 17, 2014 The first recording on a major label by any quartet. He joined the US Navy in February 1942 and proudly served in the South Pacific and off China and Korea while aboard the USS Whitney and USS Guam. The remaining members of the group, however, continued to record as the Stamps Quartet for a short time thereafter but soon changed the name to the Plainsmen Quartet. Frank Stamps, one of gospel music's foremost singers, recording artists, music publishers, broadcasters, masters of ceremony, and through the Stamps Quartet School of Music, educators.In 1936, he was a founding father of the National Singing Convention, an organization which has convened annually ever since. The remaining group members recorded as the Stamps for a few years, but ultimately changed the group name to the Plainsmen Quartet and parted ways with the publishing company. Having the opportunity of bringing southern gospel music to fans, that may have not had the exposure to gospel music, was huge. One of the last statements made by J. D. Sumner was that he hoped we would hear his music after he was gone.
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