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Dianne Wilkinson
Dianne Wilkinson (''née'' Branscum; December 7, 1944 - November 30, 2021) was an American southern gospel singer, songwriter, and pianist. She was nominated in the Songwriter of the Year non-artist category at the 46th GMA Dove Awards. Wilkinson was born Dianne Branscum, in Blytheville, Arkansas, during 1944, to her parents Marvin O. "Buster" and Blanche Branscum (''née'', Ross), while she has a brother Rev. James Branscum. She is a 1962 graduate of Blytheville High School. She retired from healthcare work from Dyersburg, Tennessee, where she resided with her husband, Timothy, who married in March 11, 1972, at Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee. She was a member of Springhill Baptist Church in her hometown, where she played the piano during their worship services. Dianne died November 30, 2021 in Dyersburg, Tennessee, and is buried at the Elmwood Cemetery at Blytheville, Mississippi County, Arkansas. She had a long storied career as a southern gospel songwriter fo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Southern Gospel
Southern gospel music is a genre of Christian music. Its name comes from its origins in the southeastern United States. Its lyrics are written to express either personal or a communal faith regarding biblical teachings and Christian life, as well as (in terms of the varying music styles) to give a Christian alternative to mainstream secular music. Sometimes known as " quartet music" for its traditional "four men and a piano" set up, southern gospel has evolved over the years into a popular form of music across the United States and overseas, especially among baby boomers and those living in the Southern United States. Like other forms of music, the creation, performance, significance, and even the definition of southern gospel varies according to the cultural and social context. It is composed and performed for many purposes, ranging from aesthetic pleasure, religious or ceremonial purposes, or as an entertainment product for the marketplace. Origins The date of southern gos ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |