One of the last statements made by J. D. Sumner was that he hoped we would hear his music after he was gone. ). It all started in 1924 when V O Stamps formed the V O Stamps School Of Music. He also, recorded on the first major record label with the Stamps Quartet. We have set your language to The members of Firefly Jazz Quartet have been playing all over America's Finest City. = Recordings were issued from this master. 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. In 1936, he was a founding father of the National Singing Convention, an organization which has convened annually ever since. This is a 69 selection softback song book published by Stamps Quartet Music Company, Inc. 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. 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. Contact Firefly Jazz Quartet from San Diego on The Bash. V. O. Stamps founded the V.O. Chicago Style accessed March 04, 2023, Sumner went to the Stamps and John Hall came to the Blackwood Brothers. knew Elvis loved gospel music as much as he did. He served in World War I, then attended the Vaughan School Of Music where he developed his skills as a bass singer. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? 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. Add to your scrapbook. You will be hiring degreed professionals with many years of experience playing weddings, concerts, casuals, musical theatre, corporate events, church jobs, public events, and private parties. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Texas State Historical Association (TSHA). San Diego Mission Valley Hilton. Texas Gospel Music Museum and Hall of Fame. Established 1892. Discography of American Historical Recordings. The Stamps-Baxter Quartet (sometimes called the Stamps-Baxter "Male" or "Men's" Quartet) was one of those groups. The Frank Stamps Quartet signed a recording contract with Victor in 1927. He was named after his uncle Frank Stamps, the founder and lead singer of the original gospel singing 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. UC Santa Barbara Library, 2023. The group continued to perform, although only one of the current members, Enoch, owner and manager, remained from the quartets golden years with Elvis. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. The Stamps Quartet was honored as special guests appearing on the. In 1948 they moved to WSPA radio Spartanburg, SC and dropped the "Stamps" name. We have arrangements for over 100+ great songs from the 1920's through the 1960's. Their office was headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Frank Howard Stamps I found on Findagrave.com. 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. 3341 Hancock St. San Diego, CA 92110 (800)373-5614 Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Gospel music would never be the same again. Frank Stamps is also pictured in the front. The division did not bring about the end of the various quartets, however. We want to fit in and compliment the look of your event. Then in 1926, VO partnered with J R Baxter to form the Stamps Baxter Music And Printing Company. As the 1970s rolled around, the Stamps saw a number of changes. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Stamps Quartet - Discography of American Historical Recordings Stamps Quartet Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1927 - 1929 Roles Represented in DAHR: Vocal group See Also: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet = Recordings are available for online listening. URI: https://adp.library.ucsb.edu/names/316190. 3 March 2023. No one is more dedicated nor knows more about the organization. (from Paul, Karen, & Katherine)The following letter of condolence, and "letter of intent", from J.D. Warren returned to sing tenor while Toney and Hill remained with the group during the name change. Contact them directly for special requests. Performer: Frank Stamps and his QuartetWriter: Thomas BentonMale voices with piano.Digitized at 78 revolutions per minute. May the grace of God be with you Mrs. Stamps. Because of his great work we have a guide to go by. We look good too! Your Scrapbook is currently empty. 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. "We of the Stamps Quartet Music Company love and appreciate all of you for your kindness. 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. One name is synonymous with the other. Stay up to date with Christian Music Archive via E-Mail! This move also established the now revered four guys and a piano configuration for male quartet singing. Donnie Sumner became the piano player in 1966 and then moved to the baritone slot when it opened up. After eight years with the Masters V, James Blackwood and Jake Hess exited and the underlying concept of that group was significantly diluted. Eventually J. D. Sumner purchased some interest in the company and became manager of the Stamps Quartet. J.D. "He started the quartet field of music as we know it today. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/29484015/frank-howard-stamps. = Recordings were issued from this master. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? 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. 1-800-373-5614 In today, Out tommorow California Stamp Co. You can reach us during Monday - Friday has unbeatable prices. We can dress in all black, cocktail, formal, theme it's up to you. If my owner doesn't like you, neither do I. Frank Howard Stamps was born in Upshur, Texas. 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. Stamps brother Frank Stamps formed the Frank Stamps Quartet around the same time. Information displayed on this page is courtesy of. 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. (16 October 2011) Southern Gospel History. We will be on time and we will be pleasant, attentive, and easy to work with. But, we know Mr. Frank is in heaven and will be awaiting us. No albums list this artist in credits. Rick Strickland later replaced Warren on tenor and Jerry Kelso became the pianist. Over the years the Stamps Quartet also underwent both high and low points in terms of their popularity. https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/stamps-quartet. He also left his own group, the Stamps All Stars, to sing in the group his brother had owned, the Old Original Stamps Quartet. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. We recommend that you contact the vendor to confirm that the event date is open. In Discography of American Historical Recordings. 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!!! No diva attitude in this band. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. 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. Search above to list available cemeteries. He moved to Grayson County in 2005 where he enjoyed gardening and woodworking in his retirement. It's free to book and make secure online payments through The Bash. 11/25/1929: Reapers be true: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group : Victor: Try again later. Numerous performances at state and county fairs - festivals throughout the United States, Canada, Hawaii, and International festivals. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Learn more about this vendor for your event. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. The company also launched a number of groups with the Stamps name. Marks, after hearing me sing, told me he would get me a job with his son-in-law, Mr. Frank Stamps; and, I was thrilled to death. After Elvis death, the group was unstable with several members coming and going. 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. He is a member of the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music . The Stamps-Baxter company published songbooks, and selling them was a key source of revenue for the groups and for the company in turn. Ready for retirement, Frank Stamps sold his business to James Blackwood and J D Sumner a year or two later. APA Style The Official Website of the Stamps Quartet (http://www.thestampsquartet.com), accessed August 26, 2015. Second Rebirth (1988-1998) "Frank Stamps All Star Quartet," accessed March 3, 2023, https://adp.library.ucsb.edu/names/316190. 25 Stamp Dealers - Nationwide Participation 157 Competitive Exhibit Frames. That is a part of gospel music history and cannot be ignored. A system error has occurred. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. "Frank Stamps All Star Quartet." Retrieved, November 17, 2011 from http://www.sghistory.com/index.php?n=J.JD_Sumner_And_The_Stamps_Quartet. Frank was born February 11, 1925 in Timpson, Texas to the late Fred and Amy (Stilley) Stamps. Frank worked as a pumper for Texaco for over 40 years and was actively involved in their union. The Stamps Quartet is a gospel quartet originally founded in 1924 in Dallas by Virgil Oliver Stamps. In 1950 Frank Stamps decided to focus his attention solely on publishing songbooks. For the thousands of miles traveled, for the inspirational performances you shared, for the companionship and love for one another. J D and Hovie carried on for a while with Shaun Nielsen, Jack Toney, and Ed Hill, but ultimately J D decided to revive the Stamps name. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Your loss is far greater than ours. Try again later. 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. 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. 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. Copyright 2014 - 23 WALDO FUNERAL HOME. The Stamps Quartet has performed with Elvis The Concert - at such prestigious venues as the, Radio City Music Hall, New York City; Madison Square Garden, New York City; The Astrodome, Houston, Texas; The Silver Dome, Pontiac, Michigan. Year should not be greater than current year.