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Allison
Durham Speer was raised in the Bluegrass fields of Kentucky, and even
a land as vast as that was not big enough to contain her talent. Introduced
to Christian music at a concert by The Imperials, she watched as Russ
Taff perform the songs, "Praise
the Lord" and "New
Creation," and was instantly passionate about the gospel word set
to song.
The passion she felt that night has taken her to the stage as
a regular on the Gaither Homecoming videos and tours, and in mega-churches
such as First Baptist Atlanta (Dr. Charles Stanley), The Brooklyn Tabernacle,
First Baptist Woodstock (Rev. Johnny Hunt), as well as small rural churches. She
has also been a featured artist for many Bible study cruises with Charles
Stanley and D. James Kennedy, a guest soloist at the national Southern
Baptist Convention, the Nazarene General Assembly, and numerous Praise
Gatherings and Family Fest Events hosted by Bill Gaither.
This talented
woman's unique gift of storytelling embraces you with the comfort of
a good friend. Allison says, "One of the multitude
of things that I learned from my years touring with Bill and Gloria Gaither
- and am still learning - is that the warmth and comfort of your own
living room is a wonderful atmosphere to strive for in a concert."
Allison is a regular instructor at Ben Speer’s Stamps-Baxter School
of Music, held annually in Nashville, TN. Her daily Performance Training
and Vocal Technique classes are favorites among the students. She
also consults with groups and soloists as a communication and performance
coach. The conviction of her heart is to prepare servants for ministry
in the church. “God has blessed me with the ability to minister
to the church and I want to pass along what I’ve learned over the
years. I want to help raise up a group of leaders who will serve
the church with excellence in communication.”
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I
could talk for days about the lessons learned in Allison's training: "Be
a servant," "learn your Bible," "love on your audience." But
the lesson that rises above them all is, "Communicate the Gospel." Allison
teaches us to break through the invisible wall that often divides the performer
from the audience. She encourages us not to sing to a 'crowd', but to sing
to hearts and souls. Great songs, perfect pitch, and beautiful tones mean
nothing if we're not using it all to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
I completely recommend Allison's training to anyone seeking to build an
honest, inspiring, life-changing music ministry.
Allison Lynn, Nashville, TN |
Allison Durham Speer is one of the most incredible people I have
ever had the chance to meet. I have seen her on the Gaither stage and was
blown away by her voice. However her voice is only an extension of her
heart. She is wise in so many areas of music and technique, but the way
she teaches with such love and patience is what stands out the most. Brian
and Allison are the kind of people you can walk up and talk to like you've
known them for years. I highly value their professional opinions and Godly
teaching. Since my time with them, I have not only gained more confidence
and ability on stage but have been blessed with two great friends.
Miles Pike, Jacksonville, TX |
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