The Klaudt Indian Family - Peace On Earth; Christmas Greetings


The Klaudt Indian Family was a southern gospel group whose origins began in the badlands of North Dakota. As the family grew, the parents (Lillian (Little Soldier) and Vernon Klaudt) wanted their children to get a proper Christian
education.

So they headed south to Cleveland, Tennesse where the pentecostal Church of God had its headquarters and biblical school named Lee College (noted for its regarded musical program). As the kids grew and got their education, they joined the family on the road and established scholarships at Lee College in their name.

From 1929 to 1982, the Klaudt Indian Family toured across the United States and around the world - playing nearly 400 dates a year! It has been said that the Klaudts were the first nationally known gospel music group, due to their engagements throughout the country.

In addition to gospel concerts and church venues, they played engagements in Las Vegas, state fairs, professional sports games, and theme parks.

This album was recorded at the height of their popularity in 1964. Their first song, "Indian Christmas Carol" is the only song that has an Indian flavor. The rest is a nice mix of Christmas, organ, and perfectly blended voices.


The Klaudt Indian Family - Peace On Earth; Christmas Greetings


Postscript - my eldest brother Rafael attended and graduated from Lee College (now University) and resides in Cleveland, TN to this day with his wife Joy Lynn (the very definition of a Southern belle).

Happy listening...


Capt

Comments

M said…
This is great - my father grew up in Oklahoma City and I've got to play this for him. Thanks!
11/29/2008 01:13:00 PM
CaptainOT said…
M - Hope you dad likes the album! Thanks for sharing!


Capt
12/04/2008 06:36:00 AM
Ernie said…
I found three LPs yesterday by The Klaudt Indian Family. I dug and dug and dug hoping to come up with their Christmas LP, but to no avail… :(
12/08/2013 07:13:00 PM
Ernie said…
I finally found this album on Saturday, along with about eight more of their LPs. However, the record in the sleeve wasn't the right one. I dug and dug and dug but couldn't find it. So now I have a mint sleeve, but no vinyl. I'll keep trying.
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