There have been a lot of great bass singers in southern gospel music, but George Younce will always be my favorite. He could go really, really low and still sound smooth. He also had a warm, friendly tone and could put a lot of emotion into a song. And he was a real gentleman!
Last time I saw them in Kansas City, they walked out to a standing ovation that lasted nearly five minutes, and they hadn't even sung a note. Concert was sold out six weeks in advance. When they finally got to sing, this was how they opened the night. After intermission, George announced that they were so overwhelmed by the way they were greeted that they booked another date for November before retiring in Stow in December. We left the concert that night thinking that we shouldn't come to the return concert because George looked like his health wasn't going to hold out much longer. Who would have ever guessed that Glen, a man who was never sick a day in his life, would contract pancreatic cancer and be gone by October? RIP to the best quartet in my lifetime!
Finding out that Glen Payne had somehow gotten cancer was bad enough. Then, if I remember right, he died not long afterwards. That sent a huge shockwave through the Southern Gospel community and fan base! It was like getting hit by an earthquake! I, myself, was in shock for quite a while after that. They had announced that they would be disbanding at the end of 1999. They had to disband in, I believe, the fall of that year, months before they had scheduled to retire. George Younce died in 2005, I think it was. Roger Bennett died in either 2007 or 2008 from leukemia. He'd been battling that for a long time, & finally died from that. Ernie Haase has, of course, had Ernie Haase and Signature Sound since 2002 or so. Scott Fowler has Legacy Five. Gerald Wolfe has Greater Vision. Mark Trammell has his group. One point that I'll make is this:these 4 guys make it a point to model their groups to honor, and I guess somewhat, imitate the sound that The Cathedrals had. As long as they're living for the Lord, may God bless their efforts!
Always dreamed of having the cathedrals in our church during my college days when I was still actively ministering to our young people, daydreamed of having my own quartet just like the cathedrals, george and glenn did not just sang gospel music because its their profession, they ministered because not only they talked the talk, they walked the walk, looking forward to having that good ole' chat in heaven when we meet someday 😊
Bet you didn't know Ernie was married to George's daughter. I just learned recently. Have tickets to go see Ernie Haas and Signature Sound for this weekend and am beyond excited! Praise God for Men of God who use their talents to uplift Him and carry our His message in song!
Totally a fantastic song...everyone was really into it....and Roger was busy on that piano...fantastic..every little tickle of those keys was electric!!
I seen them many times and My mother and I was at this taping. She’s with the Lord now but brings great memories every time I see this. George Younce was one of a kind...a GREAT SINGER WHO HAPPENED TO SING BASS is best description I’ve heard said about him.
saw and heard the Cathedral Quartet several times, with all the different changes they made over the years, they were still the best S.G. quartet there ever was or will be (in my humble opinion) :)
Moses stood on holy ground Far from God descended down Set the roadside bush on fire (bush on fire) Then the Lord did there explain Through His servant should remain All the echoes from the bush on fire (the bush on fire) Oh the echoes from the bush (I hear those lovely echoes from the burning bush) How they thrill my soul (how they thrill my soul) Oh the echoes from the bush (I hear those thrilling echoes from the burning bush) Point me to the goal (point me to the goal) I no more am doubting, but with joy I'm shouting With no thought of shame to blush (no shame to blush) This my song shall ever be, words that are so sweet to me Echoes from the burning bush (the burning bush) God sent down His only Son Just to ransom everyone By the echoes from the fire (from the fire) God of every earthly land Would not pick nor choose a man For His blood will save us from the fire (eternal fire)
I had this live album on cassette tape and I grew up playing this over and over and over still do as a teen and I absolutely love them and miss them so much!!
Nowadays, though, there's a lot of a country music influence in so-called Southern Gospel Music that just doesn't belong there. I get so sick and tired of hearing that stuff that I just flat out turn my car stereo off when that junk comes on!!!
I think it's more of a contemporary influence in modern southern gospel. It's really sad cause although I like contemporary Christian music too, there's something so much more special seems like in this old southern gospel music. It just really restores the soul.
Well and thank you Jesus is all I can say about this song.I got to see the cathedral's one time in concert. I will never ever ever forget how they touch my life that day, and helped me engulf myself in God. Thank you Lord, for sending us wonderful people that bring us to you.
I never had the privilege of being in concert with The Cathedrals. George, Glen, and Rodger are all in heaven singing. Ernie Hasse is a joy to listen to. I love this group I watch them on RUclips almost every night.
Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, & Scott Fowler's group, Legacy Five, are two of the best groups out there today! Listen to Signature Sound sing "Jesus changed everything", and Legacy Five singing songs such as "When they found nothing, they found everything", and "I stand redeemed", and I believe they'll bless your heart and soul, just like they do mine! I'm glad that are still people out there, that will still stand for Almighty God in this dark and evil, sin-cursed world! Let's hold them up in prayer, and let's see what God will do through them, and through us, too!!!
SO Many now...George, Glenn, Jake, Rosie, Big Chief, Doy...and the list goes on...but they still live in our hearts...here in the Heart of Texas, and indeed, the whole world! Was blessed to be with the Statesmen and Cathedrals and the Blackwood Brothers, and Florida Boys and many more, in Concert. Always, the large auditoriums were packed with SRO... George Younce, the best bass ever. Well, Heaven Bound and Signature Sound bass are a close match...IMO... & Still love the "old convention" songs!!! Back in the 50's those Quarterly Conventions were "Events" not to be missed...
I wrote Echoes From the Burning Bush in January of 1988. I was taking a college class in Old Testament Survey and reflecting on the meaning of Moses and the burning bush. That Easter I wrote Road to Emmaeus.
Catch Mark Trammell Quartet if you can, they do a lot of this kind of singing especially in the second half there's not going to be another Cathedral Quartet but I believe the industry is in God's hands and there's plenty of blessings to come
Oraleeee!!!, cuartetazo!!! #1 a nivel mundial!!!, cuando estemos en el cielo me gustaria tener la voz del bajo!!!, que hermosa voz!!! Dios los bendiga!!!
Very nice! The bass singer is such an essential note in the harmony and it's rarely used these days! I love my Oak Ridge Quartet, Golden Gate Quartet, Statemen Quartet, Pilgrim Travelers records... The best!
Moses stood on holy ground C Far from God descended down G D7 Set the roadside bush on fire (bush on fire) G Then the Lord did there explain C Through His servant should remain G D7 G C G All the echoes from the bush on fire (the bush on fire) C G Oh I can hear those lovely echoes from the burning bush D7 G C G How they thrill my soul (how they thrill my soul C G Oh I can hear those thrilling echoes from the burning bush A7 D7 Point me to the goal (point me to the goal) G I no more am doubting but with joy I'm shouting D7 G With no thought of shame to blush (no shame to blush) C This my song shall ever be words that are so sweet to me G A7 D7 G Echoes from the burning bush (the burning bush) God sent down His only Son C Just to ransom everyone G D7 By the echoes from the fire (from the fire) G God of every earthly land C Would not pick nor choose a man G D7 G For His blood will save us from the fire (eternal fire)
This song my Grandfather sang on a tape he recorded with three of my first cousins and Sam Wallace in 1993 this is my favorite song the one that is singing bass reminds me of my grandfather singing bass and how he gets so low pop could sing out of any song books
George is my favorite based on his general character as well as talent. Top 5 for me.... George Younce J.D. Sumner Tim Riley Thurl Ravenscroft Geoff (Jeff) Castellucci
You would have to dig a hole in the stage to go any lower than that !! I too sing bass, and love to match his low low bass notes. Great singing as always from the Cathedrals !!
Yes, J.D. had a super low note octave range. Tim Foust of Home Free is another great bass. Probably a couple you haven't heard about, C.G. (Papa) Dabbs and Ronald Pearlman. They can match anyone in bass notes also, but yes, that J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Baxter Quartet were excellent. They even backed up Elvis Presley in some of his songs. Loved them all Clarissa
Oh YES Jake and The Statesmen !!!! LOL No you are not too young to say this.. You were raised right sounds like, listening to the best in Music this side of the Pearly Gates.~!!! I would assume that I am much older than you, but that sort of music feeds the old people, and gives suit to hopeful youth. such as yourself. Theres a list as long as this page of Quartets that I were raised up with, and listened to on a regular basis. Still love them even now. but I do so love George Younce's and the Cathedrals. Been singing bass myself for more than forty five years now, and I still try to lead singing also. Not as strong as I used to be, but still love singing so much. ! God Bless you !!
I'm 16. I was born and raised in the Gaither homecoming videos. When I was a baby I couldn't get to sleep without my parents putting in a VHS tape. Being Pentecostal myself, I loved the happy Goodmans. I personally loved the tapes "Oh, what a time!" "down by the tabernacle" and "whispering hope" among many others. I have a collection of 20+ homecoming dvds and hope to get more when we have the extra money. I also loved the statesmen and the cathedrals. I could name almost every homecoming friend while watching a tape if you asked me.
There have been a lot of great bass singers in southern gospel music, but George Younce will always be my favorite. He could go really, really low and still sound smooth. He also had a warm, friendly tone and could put a lot of emotion into a song. And he was a real gentleman!
My favorite bass singer as well. JD Sumner was lower, but not as smooth.
What you both said. He's my favorite as well.
Good music doesn't die even when the singers die, living their memories behind.
Love these guys. Miss them. Want to see them in glory singing their hearts out!
Last time I saw them in Kansas City, they walked out to a standing ovation that lasted nearly five minutes, and they hadn't even sung a note. Concert was sold out six weeks in advance.
When they finally got to sing, this was how they opened the night.
After intermission, George announced that they were so overwhelmed by the way they were greeted that they booked another date for November before retiring in Stow in December.
We left the concert that night thinking that we shouldn't come to the return concert because George looked like his health wasn't going to hold out much longer. Who would have ever guessed that Glen, a man who was never sick a day in his life, would contract pancreatic cancer and be gone by October?
RIP to the best quartet in my lifetime!
Finding out that Glen Payne had somehow gotten cancer was bad enough. Then, if I remember right, he died not long afterwards. That sent a huge shockwave through the Southern Gospel community and fan base! It was like getting hit by an earthquake! I, myself, was in shock for quite a while after that. They had announced that they would be disbanding at the end of 1999. They had to disband in, I believe, the fall of that year, months before they had scheduled to retire. George Younce died in 2005, I think it was. Roger Bennett died in either 2007 or 2008 from leukemia. He'd been battling that for a long time, & finally died from that. Ernie Haase has, of course, had Ernie Haase and Signature Sound since 2002 or so. Scott Fowler has Legacy Five. Gerald Wolfe has Greater Vision. Mark Trammell has his group. One point that I'll make is this:these 4 guys make it a point to model their groups to honor, and I guess somewhat, imitate the sound that The Cathedrals had. As long as they're living for the Lord, may God bless their efforts!
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This was one of the Greatest quartets ever !!
The Cathedrals was a top-notch gospel quartet. I was privileged to see this group back in the day. This comment was written by Gary.
Heard this on the radio and was blown away by the bass. Had to come and find it. This one won't be forgotten, brothers
George Younce was one of the very best bass singers of all time.
Neil Hockaday .. he was the best.. his bass was loud and clear...
Neil Hockad
George was my favorite also!
Neil Hockaday ,
Great!
This rendition richly blessed my soul. God bless you ALL 🙏
Always dreamed of having the cathedrals in our church during my college days when I was still actively ministering to our young people, daydreamed of having my own quartet just like the cathedrals, george and glenn did not just sang gospel music because its their profession, they ministered because not only they talked the talk, they walked the walk, looking forward to having that good ole' chat in heaven when we meet someday 😊
The first time he sang this song I was 5 years old. I am 77 years now.
Doesn't time fly when you are having fun.
george was the best
Que chulada de bajo!!! Y el 1°tenor igual! Simplemente no hay otro igual!
George your bass singing is the best in southern gospel music. I know you are in God's choir singing now. I can't wait to see you there.
i m too
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The Cathedrals forever, and George is the best ever!
I love the clarity of the voice of the tenor: Ernie Haase. His voice is super clear .
Bet you didn't know Ernie was married to George's daughter. I just learned recently. Have tickets to go see Ernie Haas and Signature Sound for this weekend and am beyond excited! Praise God for Men of God who use their talents to uplift Him and carry our His message in song!
The cathedrals have made me cried a lot of times . I adore Glen and George voice .
I am so glad these gospel songs are on youtube
Dean Carter Me too!
Yip
George Younce is and always was my favorite bass singer...there will never be another
Totally a fantastic song...everyone was really into it....and Roger was busy on that piano...fantastic..every little tickle of those keys was electric!!
And today, at least two of these four gentlemen are singing in God's choir in glory
Praise God, I love this song.
Would have loved to have got to hear them in person but never got the chance. Looking forward to singing with George and Glen in Heaven!
I seen them many times and My mother and I was at this taping. She’s with the Lord now but brings great memories every time I see this. George Younce was one of a kind...a GREAT SINGER WHO HAPPENED TO SING BASS is best description I’ve heard said about him.
saw and heard the Cathedral Quartet several times, with all the different changes they made over the years, they were still the best S.G. quartet there ever was or will be (in my humble opinion) :)
I totally agree!
I do think they are great, but I personally prefer the Gaither Vocal Band.
Edit: not the current lineup.
Moses stood on holy ground
Far from God descended down
Set the roadside bush on fire (bush on fire)
Then the Lord did there explain
Through His servant should remain
All the echoes from the bush on fire (the bush on fire)
Oh the echoes from the bush (I hear those lovely echoes from the burning bush)
How they thrill my soul (how they thrill my soul)
Oh the echoes from the bush (I hear those thrilling echoes from the burning bush)
Point me to the goal (point me to the goal)
I no more am doubting, but with joy I'm shouting
With no thought of shame to blush (no shame to blush)
This my song shall ever be, words that are so sweet to me
Echoes from the burning bush (the burning bush)
God sent down His only Son
Just to ransom everyone
By the echoes from the fire (from the fire)
God of every earthly land
Would not pick nor choose a man
For His blood will save us from the fire (eternal fire)
I had this live album on cassette tape and I grew up playing this over and over and over still do as a teen and I absolutely love them and miss them so much!!
Wish southern gospel music still was like this. Never better than this.
Nowadays, though, there's a lot of a country music influence in so-called Southern Gospel Music that just doesn't belong there. I get so sick and tired of hearing that stuff that I just flat out turn my car stereo off when that junk comes on!!!
So do I. Nor do I like contemporary.
I think it's more of a contemporary influence in modern southern gospel. It's really sad cause although I like contemporary Christian music too, there's something so much more special seems like in this old southern gospel music. It just really restores the soul.
Amen! There only a handful of groups doing this kind of singing anymore! A very small handful at that! Mark Trammell Quartet still does it though!
Well and thank you Jesus is all I can say about this song.I got to see the cathedral's one time in concert. I will never ever ever forget how they touch my life that day, and helped me engulf myself in God. Thank you Lord, for sending us wonderful people that bring us to you.
One of their best songs! Fantastic harmony! And who sings lower than George?
This music sure takes me back to where it all began. I love all this music. It Blesses my soul and keeps me going
I never had the privilege of being in concert with The Cathedrals. George, Glen, and Rodger are all in heaven singing. Ernie Hasse is a joy to listen to. I love this group I watch them on RUclips almost every night.
Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, & Scott Fowler's group, Legacy Five, are two of the best groups out there today! Listen to Signature Sound sing "Jesus changed everything", and Legacy Five singing songs such as "When they found nothing, they found everything", and "I stand redeemed", and I believe they'll bless your heart and soul, just like they do mine! I'm glad that are still people out there, that will still stand for Almighty God in this dark and evil, sin-cursed world! Let's hold them up in prayer, and let's see what God will do through them, and through us, too!!!
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Music that talks to the heart..... soothing every hurt .... Hopefully the world will not ambandon Quartet music...
Quarteto Gileade has a song called “Sou Feliz” that uses this tune. A wonderful song that features their impressive bass Aluísio Junior.
southern gospel quartet music at its best :)
SO Many now...George, Glenn, Jake, Rosie, Big Chief, Doy...and the list goes on...but they still live in our hearts...here in the Heart of Texas, and indeed, the whole world! Was blessed to be with the Statesmen and Cathedrals and the Blackwood Brothers, and Florida Boys and many more, in Concert. Always, the large auditoriums were packed with SRO... George Younce, the best bass ever. Well, Heaven Bound and Signature Sound bass are a close match...IMO... & Still love the "old convention" songs!!! Back in the 50's those Quarterly Conventions were "Events" not to be missed...
Glen Payne sings so good! As well as George Younce. Praise God.
Listen to Glen sing " if I can help somebody "
George Younce is my best bass singer and has a great sense of humour.
Forever a Cathedral fan! Miss these men of God!
woahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh excellent ohh i wish to hit those bass notes. You guys give joy to my soul . All praises to our Lord Jesus
These are blessed men.
Yes, they were. I have loved their music for many, many years !!
Joshua Muzaaya You have no clue.
I wrote Echoes From the Burning Bush in January of 1988. I was taking a college class in Old Testament Survey and reflecting on the meaning of Moses and the burning bush. That Easter I wrote Road to Emmaeus.
The bass is amazing! Congratulations to all! Wonderful song!
Oh it wonderful to have Jesus, I commented before the video ended but the base part, won it all, am blessed, glory hallelujah
Good Godly singers.Amen.
This was Gospel music at it's best. The stuff we hear now can never come close to this sound. Those were the days of real singers!
Catch Mark Trammell Quartet if you can, they do a lot of this kind of singing especially in the second half there's not going to be another Cathedral Quartet but I believe the industry is in God's hands and there's plenty of blessings to come
George was SO solid on those high notes, and OBVIOUSLY solid on the low!!!
Wow I sure do miss these guys!! No better harmony anywhere! And they lived what they sung
I LOVE IT!!!! George never disappoints!!!
Oraleeee!!!, cuartetazo!!! #1 a nivel mundial!!!, cuando estemos en el cielo me gustaria tener la voz del bajo!!!, que hermosa voz!!! Dios los bendiga!!!
Very nice!
The bass singer is such an essential note in the harmony and it's rarely used these days!
I love my Oak Ridge Quartet, Golden Gate Quartet, Statemen Quartet, Pilgrim Travelers records... The best!
In The Netherlands they are appreciated as well. I love all their songs!
Hi Caroline i m from Rio de Janeiro -Brasil. I love cathedral too. God bless you
SO AMAZING!!!
Just nothing like this these days....LORD....I miss this true WORSHIP music!!
I love, love, love everything about this...…their harmony, the piano....everything...!
👍👌👏 Simply fantastic, all of them. But the bass singer does an outstanding performance.
My kind of quartet singing---Love the harmony.some great music.
I. Love this. Song. And. Thank. You. For. The. Video ❤️💕♥️❣️
I luv quartets. So much talents interweaving in each and every note.
this was the best combination of folks, the music is sweet and good also a blessing
Beautyful Harmony Beautyful Song
George is my VERY ALL TIME FAVORITE
Saw them several years ago at Furman university. A great on stage and back stage. Great bunch of guys.
Amen
I could listen to them over and over
LOVE this..... just makes you feel good to hear them........!!
I love this song! I'm doing it with my quartet!!!
Excellent absolutely excellent!!!
Rest In Peace George Younce. One of the greatest Christian singers. 75 years young.
used to hear the Cathedrals on Friday Night Sings at Lima High School in the 60s. Loved it--loved this
Moses stood on holy ground
C
Far from God descended down
G D7
Set the roadside bush on fire (bush on fire)
G
Then the Lord did there explain
C
Through His servant should remain
G D7 G C G
All the echoes from the bush on fire (the bush on fire)
C G
Oh I can hear those lovely echoes from the burning bush
D7 G C G
How they thrill my soul (how they thrill my soul
C G
Oh I can hear those thrilling echoes from the burning bush
A7 D7
Point me to the goal (point me to the goal)
G
I no more am doubting but with joy I'm shouting
D7 G
With no thought of shame to blush (no shame to blush)
C
This my song shall ever be words that are so sweet to me
G A7 D7 G
Echoes from the burning bush (the burning bush)
God sent down His only Son
C
Just to ransom everyone
G D7
By the echoes from the fire (from the fire)
G
God of every earthly land
C
Would not pick nor choose a man
G D7 G
For His blood will save us from the fire (eternal fire)
Thank you for your post
Ernie is a fantastic tenor.
This song my Grandfather sang on a tape he recorded with three of my first cousins and Sam Wallace in 1993 this is my favorite song the one that is singing bass reminds me of my grandfather singing bass and how he gets so low pop could sing out of any song books
Eterno George Yonce.
Quero cantar com ele no céu.
I sure miss seeing them.
Great Singers for GOD.Praise GOD!
was always soooo greatful i got to see them in person 3 times and yes ladies Scott was a DDG doll and still is
Another good song thank you! Maranatha!
No one like ol' George!!! Love the man.
love this song. and this group.
I absolutely love this song, it reminds me of my grandfather
Every beautiful memory of my daddy singing this!
I love their songs I wish I could sing I love the. Lord God.keep up the good shinning. And God. Bless ypu
Keep doing the gift God gave you keep on sinning
Yeah remind me of my Abba too
Always happy to hear my late cousin George sing .
George and Glenn were the best!!
i love the bass singer
George is my favorite based on his general character as well as talent. Top 5 for me....
George Younce
J.D. Sumner
Tim Riley
Thurl Ravenscroft
Geoff (Jeff) Castellucci
You would have to dig a hole in the stage to go any lower than that !! I too sing bass, and love to match his low low bass notes. Great singing as always from the Cathedrals !!
Mark W. Mullins ever heard J.d. Sumner?
Yes, J.D. had a super low note octave range. Tim Foust of Home Free is another great bass. Probably a couple you haven't heard about, C.G. (Papa) Dabbs and Ronald Pearlman. They can match anyone in bass notes also, but yes, that J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Baxter Quartet were excellent. They even backed up Elvis Presley in some of his songs. Loved them all Clarissa
I also loved the statesmen with James "big chief" Whetherington. Loved big chief. I'm too young to be saying this, lol
Oh YES Jake and The Statesmen !!!! LOL No you are not too young to say this.. You were raised right sounds like, listening to the best in Music this side of the Pearly Gates.~!!! I would assume that I am much older than you, but that sort of music feeds the old people, and gives suit to hopeful youth. such as yourself. Theres a list as long as this page of Quartets that I were raised up with, and listened to on a regular basis. Still love them even now. but I do so love George Younce's and the Cathedrals. Been singing bass myself for more than forty five years now, and I still try to lead singing also. Not as strong as I used to be, but still love singing so much. ! God Bless you !!
I'm 16. I was born and raised in the Gaither homecoming videos. When I was a baby I couldn't get to sleep without my parents putting in a VHS tape. Being Pentecostal myself, I loved the happy Goodmans. I personally loved the tapes "Oh, what a time!" "down by the tabernacle" and "whispering hope" among many others. I have a collection of 20+ homecoming dvds and hope to get more when we have the extra money. I also loved the statesmen and the cathedrals. I could name almost every homecoming friend while watching a tape if you asked me.
AWESOME!!!!!
Great group and a great song. See Glen and George in Heaven one day.
So the short guy sings down low and the tall guy sings up high, and the other two sing right in the middle. Seems about right
RedfishCarolina =(
Amazing!
Oh God pleas let your spirit continue to flow
Loved this version. Too bad some of the country music stations around the country don't play some gospel music.
Great!
I love this song!!
It gets no better than this!
George Younce. & Echoes ERNIE HAASE Burning Bush
Eu amo este quarteto ,Brasil 2021 novembro dia 28
This was a beautiful "remake" of The Chuck Wagon Gang classic.
I like how Scott has to keep moving his guitar around Glenn all the time so he doesn't hit him with it!
I love the papas bass missed him in the group.
At rock mountain lake church of God that is how are choir use to sing when my mother was playing
Heavenly song...
God bless you