In the world of Gospel music we are mostly familiar with quartets and quintets singing four part harmony or the full choir recordings which can be found fairly readily. The Master's Men have created a unique niche. In the world of barbershop you have the quartets and then the barbershop chorus. Now we have a wonderful men's Gospel chorus, which like their barbershop counterparts, sing in the four part harmonies of the traditional smaller group but with eighteen voices rather than the 'quartet's' four or five. Now our analogy breaks down for not only do you find four part harmony, but the chorus expands beyond the traditional limitations and sing five and even six part harmonies. Their inspiration to song has been fostered by the fact that all these men live in central North Carolina, a central repository of old mountain gospel, old Southern gospel, and old traditional hymns. Add to that base their love of newer inspirational work and you have a recording in which you will find solemn, reflective, and exuberant messages of inspiration. (For those who happen have radio shows you will find a joyous version of 'Turn Your Radio On.') The Master's Men were formed in August of 1995 with a stated goal to 'provide inspirational music for the glory of God, which will enhance Christian church worship services and other programs.' Because each of the men has his own church work, family, and location they are only able to perform once or twice a month, yet they have performed in most of central North Carolina's churches.The director of this unique group of wonderful singers is Mr. Rudy Partin who also creates most of the arrangements. If you wish to hear a fresh inspiration, here it is. |
