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BIOGRAPHIES

 

HOWARD AUSTIN, a former MCA staff songwriter, brings depth and meaning to the songs he writes. He's been writing songs for approximately 30 years. Ranging from very gentle songs like "Little One" to a very upbeat contemporary "Sweet Inspiration" which he wrote with Susan Dixon. He is co-author of the instructional course "Born To Sing". He's been composing music with Susan for the past 14 years and "A Celebration of Life" is their first instrumental album.

SUSAN DIXON, with a rich heritage from her grandfather who composed and arranged music in England for his Liverpool band, has been writing songs for 16 years. Her songs are from the heart and experiences of her life. In 1996 she co-wrote, with Howard Austin, two songs in memory of her beloved Aunt Kath and Uncle Bert which are recorded on "A Celebration of Life" album. She has sung on 10 Religious albums and also in a movie.

CHUCK GIRARD, known all over the world for his songs "Sometimes Alleluia" and "The Name Above All Names". Formerly with the group "Love Song" as lead singer, Chuck has made a name for himself as a solo artist as well as an anointed worship leader and minister. Chuck travels all over the world in concerts, evangelistic meetings and speaking engagements.

HIS MAJESTY'S MUSICIANS, formed in 1995 by George Heibling, Rick Martin and Mark Mc Cormick to produce their first album "Lord of All Ages" after much prompting from family and friends to contribute something permanent. After the great success of that album, they have gone on to produce other very fine albums. All excellent quality from dedicated individuals to "express the inexpressible" in their music. They disbanded in 2012 but there are still a few albums available on the order form.

BOB KILPATRICK, composer of "(In My Life) Lord Be Glorified", which has become a standard (one of the top 25 Christian songs worldwide), included in millions of hymnals and songbooks on every continent and recorded too many times to mention. Bob's travels have taken him to Europe, Africa, Central America, Asia, India and Australia/New Zealand in addition to accepting 125-150 engagements each year in America and Canada. These days, Bob is still willing to sing anywhere to anyone about Jesus. You might find him in an auditorium or in an inner city park or sharing his songs in Church. Wherever and however you hear him, Bob's message is clear... it's Jesus.

DANIEL KOBIALKA, world renown violinist, at age eight made his solo debut at Carnegie Hall in 1963 to critical acclaim and has subsequently performed as soloist with the orchestras of Boston, Atlanta, and Oakland. Leonard Bernstein said "he is a musician of unusual strength and devotion, a natural leader and soloist". And Seiji Ozawa is quoted as saying "Kobialka will bring to the audience a talent still fresh and new, and filled with enthusiasm and love for the music he performs so brilliantly." Mr. Kobialka is a graduate of the Hartt College of Music, University of Hartford and has received his Masters Degree and Doctorate of Musical Arts from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. He is Principal Second Violinist for the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra. "Living With Christ" his newest recording of Pachelbel's Canon is simply beautiful.

ROBERT and ROBIN KOCHIS have been recording since 1988. Some of their recordings feature all traditional hymns or a combination of contemporary and traditional songs. The appeal of their albums has been attributed to their vocal blend, the right choice of songs, and superb arrangements by the talented David Philllips. The combination of real instruments and keyboard sounds has created a fresh approach, while still preserving the integrity of each of these cherished hymns and songs.

DAVID PHILLIPS is an accomplished and very talented musician. He's also a composer, producer and arranger of some of the most beautiful music ever recorded. His compositions bring a sense of peace and serenity to the listener. Because of the gentle way he produces each project from advising the artist on which songs to use, arrangements to use and gathering talented musicians and singers, many artists have hired him to produce their albums. Each album has been a success due to the care and dedication Dave brings to each project. He currently has produced over 45 albums. He has won two prestigious awards for his work and most recently has branched out into movie making with his own original music as a background. He lives in Oregon and is the Music Director at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Eugene, Oregon.

JANICE ROPER, a former Helen Reddy Music Director brings to her music a sense of happiness and caring. A singer/songwriter and musician she has a contemporary and refreshing outlook at the world around us through the music that she composes. Jan's song "Challenge Me" is featured in the album "Celebrate with Susan Dixon".

 

The artists featured in this website have joined together to bring beautiful music for all who would like to feel refreshed, soothed, and loved by a very loving God. May God bless you as you listen.