The story began when Archie Dotson came to Brighton Church of God, in Alabama, for a "Singin'". He was playing guitar and mandolin with a group of singer/musicians when he saw the church pianist, Christine Hannah. It was love at first sight. Three months later on May 13 1961, they stopped a "Singin'" long enough to get married.
This began a journey, to follow God's will and a calling to sing. The Dotson Family’s story is unique, and little did the family know how God would direct their footsteps, or where He would lead them. All they really knew, was that there was a song and a dream in their heart. It was melody that started early on, as loving, Godly parents introduced their daughters Chrysta and Alicia to Southern Gospel music. And so they set out, leaving behind them their family, their friends, and everything they knew to follow that calling. Their journey led them to perform in many distant states, often with very little money in their pockets, but with a smile in their hearts. The group stayed this way until the daughters left for college, then marriage.
Brand new doors continue to open for the Dotson Family everyday.
Today, The Dotson Family is made up of Christine and Archie and "adopted" family members Carol Hutto, Ken Dunkin and Darrell Hawkins. These 3 might as well be adopted as they spend alot of time together. They have been blessed to have such talented Christian friends. God, no doubt put this group together for His glory and purpose!
We now offer Southern Gospel with a touch of Bluegrass - Quartet Style!! They praise the Lord with Christine at the piano, Darrell at bass guitar and Archie playing everything he can get his hands on. They sing the old gospel favorites to perfection with perfect harmony and most of their other songs are originals written by Archie Dotson himself. Their popularity, is growing steadfastly and winning the hearts of Southern Gospel Music fans all over the country.
God's desire for us, and our prayer for you, is that God will use our music ministry to bring the light, to be that reflection of God's light, and to share the riches and freedom of God's love through Jesus to each life we have the opportunity to touch. Although the Dotson Family sings in various venues, it's the local church that has been heartbeat of their music ministry since the beginning. Pastor's agree, that their ministry is perfectly suited for the needs of their congregations.
No matter what the situation, or venue, the music ministry of the Dotson Family has a reputation for winning hearts and touching lives. Many miles traveled, and many more to go, the Dotson Family is ready to continue the journey set before them, singing all along the way.
We are a "regional" quartet located in the Central, Alabama area. We sing/perform primarily on Saturdays and Sundays. Our travel is focused primarily in Alabama and the states surrounding Alabama (GA, TN, NC, SC, MS & FL) but that does not mean that we will not travel further.
Click on the Contact link to schedule The Dotson Family and experience Southern Gospel-Quartet Style!
We will sing at your church, group function, fund-raiser, special event, service, or occasion.
There is no charge or fee for the group to participate in your special event. Any special donations or love offerings will be accepted to offset expenses.
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