Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. accessed March 04, 2023, Nobody can do what he did, but we will try with your prayers and your support. No man has ever done more than he in all fields of Gospel Music. JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. Established 1892. 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. This browser does not support getting your location. Use facets below to limit or refine search. Your guests, no matter what their age, will identify with these timeless classics performed well. Photo slide show of 1961 Frank Stamps QuartetMusic: "I'm Rejoicing" 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. JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. The register book can be signed online at waldofuneralhome.com. 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. 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 . You can always change this later in your Account settings. The Stamps-Baxter Quartet (sometimes called the Stamps-Baxter "Male" or "Men's" Quartet) was one of those groups. Gaither Homecoming Videos, Elvis He Touched Me Videos. UC Santa Barbara Library, 2023. Your loss is far greater than ours. 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. Oops, something didn't work. Stamps brother Frank Stamps formed the Frank Stamps Quartet around the same time. His theme song and motto, "Give the World A Smile," became as well known as The . Every penny counts! Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Then in 1926, VO partnered with J R Baxter to form the Stamps Baxter Music And Printing Company. "- Me, Likes long walks on the beach when life gets ruff. In 1924, he founded the Frank Stamps Quartet to represent a publishing company formed by his brother, V O Stamps. At times, as many as 100 groups were using the word Stamps in their name. Please reset your password. (Signed) J.D. On most of the recordings from this era, he would stop at the end of his intro, and then play the partsthe same notes the singers were singing. No diva attitude in this band. He was named after his uncle Frank Stamps, the founder and lead singer of the original gospel singing Stamps Quartet. You are able to edit albums and add credit info if you have created an account. Search above to list available cemeteries. Christian Music Archive is not responsible for the content of external internet sites. Weve updated the security on the site. We want your guests to have a memorable experience, to enjoy the vibe you have created by hiring a live band. 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. Texas State Historical Association (TSHA). Stamps' brother Frank Stamps formed the Frank Stamps Quartet around the same time. Once his father-in-law, Rev. Bill Baize was soon singing tenor, and Ed Hill later came to the Stamps from the Prophets. Mr. Stamps, 87, passed away Sunday December 2 at Texoma Medical Center. 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. We thank you for everything. Resend Activation Email. 2/15/1932: Troubles all will end: Piedmont Melody Boys: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group, Musical group : Victor: BVE-70694: 10-in. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Frank Howard Stamps was born in Upshur, Texas. During the ensuing years more personnel changes occurred. He moved to Grayson County in 2005 where he enjoyed gardening and woodworking in his retirement. "Give The World A Smile" became the group's first major hit and later became their signature song. V. O. Stamps founded the V.O. with Elvis-The Concert - performing, live, sold-out concerts in prestigious venues ( 2004): Forest National Arena, Brussels, Belgium; NEC Arena, Birmingham, England; Sheffield Arena, Sheffield, England; Telewest Arena, Tyne, England; SECC, Glasgow, Scotland; Appollo Hammersmith, Hammersmith, London; Evening News Arena, Manchester, England; Winbleon Arena, London, England; Neil Blaisdell Center, Honolulu. Donnie Sumner became the piano player in 1966 and then moved to the baritone slot when it opened up. Recent projects have included backup vocals for Alan Jacksons Precious Memories Volume II, recorded in 2013. He was finally home! This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Sumner were implemented by his group. By working with Elvis Presley, J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet created a whole new fan base for gospel music. Of course, no professional quartet since then has ever been without a piano. Working for the King (1971-1977) Frank Stamps decided to narrow his attention to publishing songbooks around 1950. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. .more .more 97 Dislike Share Save Mister Elkin 4.26K. Stamps Quartet, There are no volunteers for this cemetery. cemeteries found in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. 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. 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. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Enter your email address*. 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. Frank Stamps Quartet [1924-26], Frank Stamps All Star Quartet [1926-40], Old Original Stamps Quartet [1941-47], J.D. As the 1970s rolled around, the Stamps saw a number of changes. One of the last statements made by J. D. Sumner was that he hoped we would hear his music after he was gone. 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. We look good too! 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. 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. I am sure the magazine will be filled with the things he stood for and with the great things he did; but, I know words at our disposal will not express how great he was. The Stamps Quartet is a gospel quartet originally founded in 1924 in Dallas by Virgil Oliver Stamps. 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). Web. Founder of the Frank Stamps Quartet, the first southern gospel group to sign with a major recording label, RCA Victor, and the first to have a gospel hit single with "Give the World a Smile". (2023). 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. 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. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. It all started in 1924 when V O Stamps formed the V O Stamps School Of Music. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. 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. He served in World War I, then attended the Vaughan School Of Music where he developed his skills as a bass singer. Albert Goldman, Elvis (New York: McGraw-Hill Book Company. Over the years the Stamps Quartet also underwent both high and low points in terms of their popularity. Failed to report flower. "He was the leader of the convention singing too. The Gospel Side of Elvis recording featuring the Stamps Quartet. J. D. Sumner not only remained as the visionary leader of the Stamps Quartet, he helped create the groundbreaking sound that would ear mark J.D. During the final years of the group, they toured the United States and Europe, appearing at numerous Elvis tribute events in addition to headlining on the gospel concert circuit. 11/25/1929: I'm on the right road now: Frank Stamps All Star 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. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/stamps-quartet. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Thanks for your help! 1-800-373-5614 In today, Out tommorow California Stamp Co. You can reach us during Monday - Friday has unbeatable prices. View a list of services offered by this vendor. GREAT NEWS! The following, adapted from the Chicago Manual of Style, 15th edition, is the preferred citation for this entry. This is a portion of a song recorded by Frank Stamps \u0026 His All-Star Quartet in the late 1920s. February 24 - 26, 2023. That format also established another first for J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. Copyright 2014 - 23 WALDO FUNERAL HOME. Try again later. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. "We will never hear his deep bass voice again; but, we know his work will never be forgotten. 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. "Mister Frank", as he was affectionately called, traveled the length and breadth . No albums list this artist in credits. They would hit the stage running with excitement and energy, enabling them to transcend the boundaries of age and style. We have arrangements for over 100+ great songs from the 1920's through the 1960's. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. In 1950 Frank Stamps decided to focus his attention solely on publishing songbooks. My words to express what Mr. Frank did and what he was to Gospel Music are inadequate. They had regular programs on Dallas radio stations WFFA and KRLD and performed in churches and other venues in the Dallas area. By that point, the group included Big John Hall, Jim Hill, and Mylon LeFevre. We want to fit in and compliment the look of your event. After purchasing the historic company, immediate plans were put in motion to once again give rebirth to the Stamps Quartet name. Every tour, every night, opening the Elvis Presley shows with gospel music had been the dream of J. D. Sumner and behind his decision to work with Elvis Presley. The song continues on the original recording, but this sample I have uploaded to YouTube ends after Brock's turn-around. Learn more about merges. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet as one of the most successful groups gospel music had ever experienced. This entry belongs to the following Handbook Special Projects: We are a community-supported, non-profit organization and we humbly ask for your support because the careful and accurate recording of our history has never been more important. Group members were Palmer Wheeler, Roy Wheeler, Dwight Brock, Odis Echols and Frank Stamps. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. I tried to sing like him. The members of Firefly Jazz Quartet have been playing all over America's Finest City. Second Rebirth (1988-1998) Beginning in 1971 and lasting for over half a decade, the Stamps Quartet reached its greatest popularity as the main backup group for Elvis Presley until his death in 1977. Feel free to contribute! Compare us to other, 8:30am - 4:30pm PST Give us a try! Gospel music pioneer, publisher. This move also established the now revered four guys and a piano configuration for male quartet singing. 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. Truly the Lords ambassador whose heart and voice had wings. Past appearances include San Diego Wild Animal Park, LEGOLAND, SeaWorld, San Diego Convention Center, San Diego State University, University of San Diego, Admiral Kid Club, The Art Institute, San Diego Museum of Art, San Diego Visual Arts Network, Sushi Visual and Performing Arts, Balboa Theatre, Old Globe Theatre, Birch North Park Theatre, San Diego Repertory Theatre, Cygnet Theatre, San Diego Opera, Mainly Mozart, Orchestra Nova, Sacra/Profana, Full Measure Carolers, San Diego Wedding Singers, Robert Mondavi Vineyard in Napa Valley, House of the Future art benefit parties, The Athenaeum Music and Arts Library, Kinsella Library, La Jolla Country Club, Rancho Santa Fe Country Club, Del Mar Country Club, Fairbanks Ranch Country Club, U.S. Grant Hotel, The Westgate Hotel, Catamaran Hotel, Ritz Hotel in Laguna, and The Lodge at Torrey Pines. After V O Stamps death, Frank Stamps became J R Baxters partner and took over his brothers duties in the company. Failed to remove flower. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. A system error has occurred. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Friday, February 24 10 AM - 6 PM Saturday, February 25 10 AM - 6 PM Sunday, February 26 10 AM - 3 PM. This is a carousel with slides. 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. No headaches, no problems, just great music! The Stamps have received numerous Grammy and Dove awards for The Best Gospel Group, and The Best Gospel Album of The Year.. Frank Stamps All Star Quartet. 11/25/1929: Reapers be true: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group : Victor: He is a member of the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music . Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group : Victor: BVE-70693: 10-in. He was named after his uncle Frank Stamps, the founder and lead singer of the original gospel singing Stamps Quartet. That moment in time, began in 1962, when business partners; J. D. Sumner and James Blackwood of the famed Blackwood Brothers Quartet, purchased the Dallas-based, Stamps Quartet Music Company from Mr. Frank Stamps. Find local vendors to bring your celebration to life. Add to your scrapbook. The name, Frank Stamps, in our world of music was like water to a thirsty man..was like food to a hungry man. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. 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. Former Lone Star Quartet lead and baritone Clarence Turbyfill joined to sing tenor. Two Stamps and A Baxter We have footsteps to follow. "As you know, we have lost the Leader, the Pusher, and the Father of Gospel Music. Recordings First Rebirth (1962) 25 Stamp Dealers - Nationwide Participation 157 Competitive Exhibit Frames. Frank Stamps All Star Quartet - Discography of American Historical Recordings Frank Stamps All Star Quartet Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1927 - 1932 Roles Represented in DAHR: Vocal group, Musical group See Also: Stamps Quartet = Recordings are available for online listening. (from Paul, Karen, & Katherine)The following letter of condolence, and "letter of intent", from J.D. Stamps Music Company in Jacksonville, Texas, and published their first song book, Harbor Bells. The groups served a purpose that ultimately benefited from all the sharing, though. 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. Virgil Stamps died in 1940, and with his death Frank took over the partnership with J. R. Baxter and allowed several groups to use the Stamps name in exchange for their selling of the Stamps-Baxter songbooks. Once the booking is confirmed, it's covered by Our Guarantee. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. The quartet broke up in 1979, but by the late 1980s J. D. Sumner decided to revive the group. 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. business hours We can get the job done! No recordings issued from other masters. It was this quality, uniqueness and expertise that won J.D. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Frank Howard Stamps I found on Findagrave.com. In 1949, Kenny Gates became the Blue Ridge Quartet's pianist. Ed Enoch and members of the world-famous Stamps Quartet were inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1997. Discography of American Historical Recordings, s.v. based on information from your browser. The Frank Stamps Quartet signed a recording contract with Victor in 1927. In addition to their recordings, they were introducing innovative practices for the time. 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. They also had the first ever Southern Gospel hit single with Give The World A Smile. For the thousands of miles traveled, for the inspirational performances you shared, for the companionship and love for one another. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. A few years later in the early 1960s, the quartet was reborn, again as an outreach of the publishing company. We will be on time and we will be pleasant, attentive, and easy to work with. Try again later. In 1946, Sally says the attendance was over 1,100. After Sumners death, quartet member Ed Enoch officially trademarked the Stamps Quartet name in 2003. Information displayed on this page is courtesy of. May the grace of God be with you Mrs. Stamps. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Verify and try again. Hawaii, (2005) and Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore - (2005). San Diego Mission Valley Hilton. By 1980, J D himself was filling in with Hovie Lister and the Statesmen. Handbook of Texas Online, knew Elvis loved gospel music as much as he did. This is a 69 selection softback song book published by Stamps Quartet Music Company, Inc. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. A new version of Last.fm is available, to keep everything running smoothly, please reload the site. Drag images here or select from your computer for Frank Howard Stamps memorial. They were the only major southern gospel group whose repertoire included, in addition to gospel music, a healthy portion of secular standards, and country/western tunes. Groups using various versions of the Stamps name were active until V Os death in 1940. Try again later. Group members were Palmer Wheeler, Roy Wheeler, Dwight Brock, . All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1927 - 1932, Roles Represented in DAHR: Vocal group, Musical group. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet was the first quartet to add a band to the sound. He also left his own group, the Stamps All Stars, to sing in the group his brother had owned, the Old Original Stamps Quartet. A series of significant events in the 1920s launched a legendary name in gospel music. It was also during this period that the Stamps had their only female vocalists, Sandra Steele who was later replaced by Jennifer OBrien. Get a feel for the songs performed by this vendor. This was partly due to their performance venues including; conventions, special events, fairs, Graceland/Elvis related performances, and traveling abroad. Rick Strickland later replaced Warren on tenor and Jerry Kelso became the pianist. The Stamps Quartet were back up vocalists for: The worlds greatest entertainer.Elvis Presley, First Lady of Country MusicTammy Wynette, Country Bluegrass Artist..Ricky Skaggs, Country Music ArtistBrenda Lee, Country Music ArtistJerry Lee Lewis, Country Music Artist.Willie Nelson, Pop ArtistLeslie Ughams, The Singing Governor of LouisianaJimmie Davis, ******************************************************************************, Ed Enoch - Owner Manager Lead Vocalist. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? He formed the Stamps Quartet Music Company. Innovations from the creative mind of J.D. One name is synonymous with the other. The Stamps Quartet was special guests performing on various television shows: The Crook and Chase Show, the Ralph Emery Show, Nashville Now, The Grand Ole Opry, Nashville, TN., and NBC Dateline News Special - 2002 Numerous performances at state and county fairs - festivals throughout the United States, Canada, Hawaii, and International festivals. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. We can dress in all black, cocktail, formal, theme it's up to you. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? 3 March 2023. Failed to delete memorial. This account has been disabled. Copyright 1999 2023 Dave Maurer All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. The Stamps Quartet is a gospel quartet originally founded in 1924 in Dallas by Virgil Oliver Stamps. Our Story Request a Quote Shipping Info Find Us Here. He is a member of the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame in 1997. Texas Gospel Music Museum and Hall of Fame. "We of the Stamps Quartet Music Company love and appreciate all of you for your kindness. In ministering their own way, they held true to the belief of reaching people with the gospel to the ends of the earth. Performer: Frank Stamps and his QuartetWriter: Thomas BentonMale voices with piano.Digitized at 78 revolutions per minute. MLA Style. Ed Enoch and The Stamps Quartet performances also include. Contact Firefly Jazz Quartet from San Diego on The Bash. / "Sally and Frank worked side by side building great singing schools every year. "When I was a boy, Frank Stamps was my idol. = Recordings were issued from this master. Have a question? The quartet underwent numerous personnel changes from its beginning in 1924 to the present, and in fact some other gospel groups used the Stamps name whether or not they actually had any direct affiliation with the original Stamps brothers. . Numerous performances at state and county fairs - festivals throughout the United States, Canada, Hawaii, and International festivals. 2008-2023 Regents of the University of California, All Rights Reserved. Jimmy Blackwood went to work for J D in the Stamps at the same time. Please try again later. He formed the Stamps Quartet Music Company. "As you know, the Blackwood Brothers were chosen by Mr. Frank to carry on his great work. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. V O Stamps also formed a quartet of his own. Burl Strevel joined the quartet in 1947 to sing bass, and they moved over to WDBB radio in Burlington, NC. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Frank Stamps is also pictured in the front. . 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. We'll send you a couple of emails per month, filled with fascinating history facts that you can share with your friends. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Having the opportunity of bringing southern gospel music to fans, that may have not had the exposure to gospel music, was huge. We have our own sound system, a BOSE L1, which sounds clear and lovely from anywhere in the room.