Marcellus Sommerville
Marcellus Sommerville
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Marcellus Sommerville was a renowned American gospel music composer and arranger.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on January 26, 1911, in Baltimore, Maryland. He passed away on May 28, 2004.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American, Composer and Arranger
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in a devout Christian family, Sommerville's musical talents were nurtured from an early age. His mother, a church organist, introduced him to the world of gospel music. Marcellus's dedication to music led him to study at the Baltimore Institute of Sacred Music.
Major Accomplishments
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Gospel Music Pioneer: Sommerville played a pivotal role in shaping the sound and style of modern gospel music. His compositions, including "The Lord's Prayer" and "For the Sake of the Children," have become staples in the genre.
Awards and Recognition: Marcellus received numerous accolades for his contributions to gospel music, including multiple Grammy nominations and a lifetime achievement award from the Gospel Music Association.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Sommerville's most notable works include:
Compositions: "The Lord's Prayer," "For the Sake of the Children"
Collaborations: Worked with artists such as Mahalia Jackson, Sam Cooke
Impact and Legacy
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Marcellus Sommerville's influence on gospel music is immeasurable. His innovative compositions have inspired generations of musicians and helped shape the genre into what it is today.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Sommerville's quotes, often focusing on his faith and dedication to music, serve as a testament to his enduring legacy:
> "Music should be used to uplift and inspire."
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> "Gospel music is not just about singing; it's about praising God with your whole being."
These words reflect the passion and conviction that defined Marcellus Sommerville's life and work.
Quotes by Marcellus Sommerville
I'm from Peoria so I've heard about (Bradley basketball). Never have I heard the amount of volume that's been going around Peoria.
They were really aggressive and up on you. They were reaching a lot. They never adapted to the way the game was being called.
They came out really aggressive. They allowed themselves to get easy buckets to start the game.
They can't say now, with two teams in the Sweet 16, that we're overrated with too many (four) bids. We proved by our teams that we're successful.
There were a lot of people writing us off, who didn't think we should be here. But we're still standing.
You never want it to end. Now that it has, you feel really down that you couldn't get that one more game. But it was a privilege to have this opportunity, and I'm proud Bradley basketball has done what it's done.
We feel like we have a little more desire than to win just one game. We want to show the world what we can do.
We knew we could guard them, if we just worked on their tendencies and made them go to their weaknesses. We know they were scoreless for a while and that was definitely a confidence builder.
That was the coaches' idea for us to go up and thank them. It was a great feeling to let them know we appreciate their coming all this way, staying with us during the season.