Heritage Singers are an American gospel group founded by Max 0Mace and his wife Lucy, with their two children, Val and Greg. Based near Placerville, California, the group has traveled to over 65 countries, performed over 7,000 concerts, produced 200 television programs, and recorded over 100 albums. In 2014 the Loma Linda Broadcasting Network began re-playing their 30-minute shows three times each week with the new title of Heritage Singers Classics.
History
After four years of performing with a patriotic/folk singing group to promote Portland-based United Medical Laboratories named Rose City Singers, the Maces decided to resign and form a Christian group in 1971. Jerry Leiske named the group based on Bible scripture equating saints with God's "Heritage ... objects of His special care."The first year, they released two albums (Come Along with the Heritage Singers and Hymns We Remember), and performed their first public concert in June. Early accompanists included Bob Silverman on piano and Pete McLeod and Jeff Wood on guitars. In 1974 the Heritage Singers collaborated with Ron Huff, who arranged their first albums with full orchestration.As their popularity grew (along with a television series, Heritage Singers Presents), they formed a second group in September 1974, dubbed Heritage II, (subsequently named New Creation) to perform mostly at cities located in the eastern half of the United States; and a third group, Heritage Singers en Espanol, which tours South America singing Spanish versions of the group's signature songs. More than 250 people (including Chris Willis) have performed as members of Heritage Singers; however, the Mace family has remained at its core. As for the religious affiliation of its members, Max Mace has stated that while a majority of them are Seventh-day Adventists, that's not in itself a requirement. "They have to be a born-again Christian and receptive to the Adventist message."
Reunions
Celebratory reunion concerts have been held in 1979 (Swing Auditorium), 1986 (Anaheim Convention Center), 2001 (Ontario Convention Center), and 2005 (Crystal Cathedral). A final 45th anniversary reunion was held at the Citizens Business Bank Arena on July 30, 2016 with 126 singers on stage.
Discography
Studio albums
Live albums
Videos
Recent members
Singers
Typically 7 to 10 singers perform at each concert, and the line-up varies depending on the location and availability.Denar Almonte
Ted Atwood
Dave Bell
Rob Burkey
Tim Calhoun
Marcelo Constanzo
Melody Davis
Tim Davis
Kevin Dumitru
Garth Gabriel
Cindy Haffner
Lisa Jensen
Shani Judd Diehl
John Lomacang
Adriane Mace
Amber Mace
Max Mace
Val Mace Mapa
Chloe Mallory
Darrell Marshall
Jaclyn Pruehs
Shastin Rains
Scott Reed
Frank John Salas
Becki Trueblood Craig
Miguel VerazasBand
The recording musicians vary on each CD, and the band usually does not perform at concerts except for special occasions.Gary Hemenway - keyboards
Art Mapa – guitars
Austin Mapa – drums
Art Munar – keyboards
Nino Ocampo – bass
Dani Stromback – keyboards
Joel Umali – keyboardsTechnicalTim Davis – vocal arranger and producer
Greg Mace – sound engineer
Lucy Mace - tour manager
Max Mace – director
Art Mapa – arranger, producer, programmer Source:
External links
Official website
Firsthand biography by Dan Shultz in 2009-2010
Heritage Singers Classics programming schedule on LLBN
Heritage Singers discography at AllMusic.com
Heritage Singers discography at CrossRhythms.com
Heritage Singers discography at Discogs.com
Me and My House - Heritage Singers
He Touched Me - Heritage Singers
Side By Side - Heritage Singers
God's Wonderful People - Heritage Singers
Jesus Makes Everything Good - Heritage Singers
Heaven is for Kids - Heritage Singers
We Are All HIs Children - Heritage Singers
Redeemer - Heritage Singers
God Will Take Care of You - Heritage Singers
Because of Love - Heritage Singers
I Surrender All - Heritage Singers
Your Grace - Heritage Singers
Maranatha! - Heritage Singers
There Is A River - Heritage Singers
Thank You For Your Love - Heritage Singers
Heaven's Mountain Band - Heritage Singers
Adonai - Heritage Singers
Just a Little More Time - Heritage Singers
Somebody Sing Me a Gospel Song - Heritage Singers
A Song Was Born - Heritage Singers
I Tremble - Heritage Singers
One Fine Day - Heritage Singers
Without Him - Heritage Singers
Live for Jesus - Heritage Singers
At The Cross - Heritage Singers
I Bowed On My Knees and Cried Holy - Heritage Singers
Tears Are a Language - Heritage Singers
His Strength Is Perfect - Heritage Singers
I Am Willing Lord - Heritage Singers
Alone In His Presence - Heritage Singers
He Is Able - Heritage Singers
Yes I Am - Heritage Singers
Peacespeaker - Heritage Singers
We Are The Reason - Heritage Singers
The King Is Coming - Heritage Singers
Mansion Over The Hilltop - Heritage Singers
Be Strong - Heritage Singers
When Sparrows Fall - Heritage Singers
Through The Fire - Heritage Singers
What God Can Do - Heritage Singers
Hide Thou Me - Heritage Singers
I Touched His Garment - Heritage Singers
Jesus Is All I Need - Heritage Singers
I Will Glory In The Cross - Heritage Singers
Break Me Lord - Heritage Singers
No More Night - Heritage Singers
Breathe On Me - Heritage Singers
Little Flowers - Heritage Singers
I'm Gonna Get Up - Heritage Singers
Bryan's Hymn (When I Turn To You) - Heritage Singers
Total Praise - Heritage Singers
Because I'm Forgiven - Heritage Singers
Surely The Presence - Heritage Singers
Savior Came - Heritage Singers
Special Delivery - Heritage Singers
Mi Corazon - Heritage Singers
I Can Only Imagine - Heritage Singers
Renew Me - Heritage Singers
Does Jesus Care - Heritage Singers
So Amazing - Heritage Singers
He Still Speaks - Heritage Singers
My Lord and I - Heritage Singers
One More Song for You - Heritage Singers
I Am Not Ashamed - Heritage Singers
Go - Heritage Singers
Whatever It Takes - Heritage Singers
Pass Me Not - Heritage Singers
One Day At A Time - Heritage Singers
Because He Lives - Heritage Singers
I Need A Miracle - Heritage Singers
I Believe In A Hill Called Mount Calvary - Heritage Singers
What a Day That Will Be - Heritage Singers
Sinner Saved By Grace - Heritage Singers
God Keeps A Candle - Heritage Singers
Forgive Me - Heritage Singers
My God's Really A Big God - Heritage Singers
Where Could I Go But To The Lord - Heritage Singers
Song of Glory - Heritage Singers
Beulah Land - Heritage Singers
Child Forgiven - Heritage Singers
Do You Remember The Time - Heritage Singers
Jesus Will Still Be There - Heritage Singers
We Are the Band, But He Is the Music - Heritage Singers
Learning To Lean On Jesus - Heritage Singers
Can You Reach My Friend - Heritage Singers
Loving God, Loving Each Other - Heritage Singers
Hosanna - Heritage Singers
Farther Along - Heritage Singers
Come Along With Me - Heritage Singers
These Are They - Heritage Singers
Give It Away - Heritage Singers
The Word Is Mercy - Heritage Singers
I Got Jesus Right Here in My Heart - Heritage Singers
Moment of Mercy - Heritage Singers
Plenty of Room in the Family - Heritage Singers
Come Holy Spirit - Heritage Singers
You Gave Me Love - Heritage Singers
You Saved Me - Heritage Singers
Holy Ground - Heritage Singers
A Quiet Place - Heritage Singers
Strike Up The Band - Heritage Singers
I Give You Worship - Heritage Singers
Great Is Thy Faithfulness - Heritage Singers
I Give You Praise - Heritage Singers
Grandma's Bible - Heritage Singers
I Am Not Alone - Heritage Singers
Oh Happy Day - Nothing But The Blood - Heritage Singers
It Is Finished - Heritage Singers
Set Me On The Rock - Heritage Singers
Nobody Knows Me Like You - Heritage Singers
When I Get Carried Away - Heritage Singers
It Is No Secret - Heritage Singers
When We All Get Together With the Lord - Heritage Singers
Holy Spirit Rain Down - Heritage Singers
Holy Spirit Come Fill This Place - Heritage Singers
It Is Well With My Soul - Heritage Singers
There's Always A Place At The Table - Heritage Singers
In Awe - Heritage Singers
Hey - Heritage Singers
Depend Upon His Love - Heritage Singers
The Savior Is Waiting - Heritage Singers
Ho, Ho, Ho - Heritage Singers
Dear Jesus - Heritage Singers
Naught Little Boys - Heritage Singers
Picnic in Heaven - Heritage Singers