The Bill Gaither Trio, originally simply The Gaither Trio, was an American gospel music group, last consisting of Bill, his wife Gloria Gaither, and Michael English. History By 1957, The Gaither Trio—consisting of siblings Bill, Danny, and Mary Ann—was singing at churches and religious events. In 1962, Danny graduated from college and went to Ohio to teach. His move brought about a change in the trio, as Gloria began "singing with the trio in the place of Dan." At that time, Bill and Gloria were high school teachers; Mary Ann was a college freshman. By 1966, Danny had rejoined the trio, with Gloria having had a baby. Recognition Among the honors of the group, include two Grammys and 17 Dove Awards. The group was inducted into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame in 1999. They were also nicknamed the masters of gospel "feel-good music". - Receiving 17 Dove Awards from Gospel Music Association of the United States to recognize outstanding achievement in the Christian music industry. - The Gaither Trio is recognised as the most influential christian artists from 1950's to the present day. - Their songs touched so many that had hearts of stone, it was obvious that the Gaither Trio was more than a singing group...It was a family of warm blooded hearts, loving each other and all, emotionally physically, and mentally. Loving all under the wings of the Gaither extended family. Members Lead Danny Gaither (1956–1962, 1966–1977) (died April 6, 2001) Gary McSpadden (1977–1988) (died April 15, 2020) Michael English (1989–1991) Alto Mary Ann Gaither (1956–1964; 1965–1966) (died April 25, 2018) Gloria Gaither (1964–1991) Sherry Slattery (1966–1967) Betty Fair (1967–1970) Baritone Bill Gaither (1956–1991) Discography 1966: Sincerely (Heartwarming Records) 1966: When God Seems So Near (Bill, Danny & Mary Ann) 1967: Happiness (Bill, Danny & Sherry Slattery) 1968: I'm Free (Bill, Danny & Gloria) 1969: He Touched Me (Heartwarming) 1969: Sings Warm (Heartwarming) 1970: At Home In Indiana 1971: The King Is Coming 1972: Live (2 LPs) 1972: Christmas...Back Home In Indiana 1972: My Faith Still Holds 1973: Especially For Children Of All Ages 1973: Let's Just Praise The Lord 1974: Something Beautiful: An Evening With The Bill Gaither Trio (Live; 2 LPs) 1974: Because He Lives 1974: Thanks For Sunshine 1975: I Am A Promise 1975: Jesus, We Just Want To Thank You 1976: Praise 1977: My Heart Can Sing – The Inspiring Songs of