Wayne Morris Appalachian Express LP Gospel Bluegrass Lark 1979 Virginia

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Step into the Appalachian hills with this rare 1979 gospel bluegrass LP from Dr. Wayne Morris with The Appalachian Express. Released on Lark Records and recorded at Major Recording Studios in Waynesboro, Virginia, this album showcases heartfelt spiritual vocals backed by award-winning Appalachian musicians. Featuring classic hymns like “Amazing Grace,” “I’ll Fly Away,” and “One Day at a Time,” this uplifting release blends bluegrass instrumentation with sincere Southern gospel faith. A prized addition for collectors of Virginia gospel, Appalachian regional music, and vintage Christian vinyl.

Track List:

Side One:

1. Amazing Grace – 2:56

2. Just a Closer Walk With Thee – 3:36

3. Mansion Over the Hilltop – 3:33

4. Precious Lord Take My Hand – 2:28

5. How Great Thou Art – 3:01

Side Two:

1. Wasted Years – 4:10

2. He Looked Beyond My Fault – 2:30

3. Build My Mansion – 3:24

4. One Day at a Time – 3:05

5. I’ll Fly Away – 3:03

Back Jacket Transcription:

Dr. Wayne Morris with The Appalachian Express
GOSPEL

A special note of thanks to the Appalachian Express for their excellent accompaniment in making this album. The Appalachian Express is an award-winning band, having won the Virginia Folk Music’s “Best Bluegrass Band in Virginia” contest and also receiving the “Ginny Award” as King’s Dominion winner of the East Coast Championship.

The Appalachian Express was my choice to accompany me in cutting my first album. They are a very talented band of one young lady and five young men and it’s been a pleasure to cut this album with them.
Praise The Lord!
Wayne Morris

I wish you all could meet my family who have stood with me in prayer and support: my wife, Robin, and my three sons, Jeff, age 12, Chris, age 10, and Kendall, age 9 months.

It is my prayer and desire that this album will be a witness to the saving grace of my Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. I love the Lord and I love to sing and Praise His Name, so let the Holy Spirit guide you as we “Praise The Lord” in this album. Romans 10:9
In His Love,
Wayne

The Appalachian Express:
Pictured above left to right:
Buddy Taylor (Banjo & Lead Guitar)
Harold Jones (Fiddle)
Cindy Baisey (Tenor & Alto Vocal)
Bobby Thompson (Rhythm Guitar)
Earl West (Bass & Bass Vocal)
Ricky Slaughter (Mandolin & Baritone Vocal)
Wayne Morris (Front Center) – Lead Singer

This album by Dr. Wayne Morris and the Appalachian Express is a first.
This album is spiritual in nature, and we truly believe it will be a blessing to you and yours as you travel down the path of time and as you search for the Peace that passeth understanding. As you listen to this album, may your thoughts dwell on the Master, the Lord Jesus Christ, even as Wayne sings for His honor and His glory and dedicates this album to Him.
His, and Yours, U. B. Morris

Photos: Gene Clark, Blackstone, Va.
For information, contact: Dr. Wayne Morris
P.O. Box 599
South Hill, Virginia 23970

Recorded by Major Recording Studios, Waynesboro, Va. 22980.
Lark Records – LRLP-3054 – 1979
Stereo