Merlin and Sandy
The last year has been the most difficult and trying time for the Merlin and
Sandy. It has also been one of the most rewarding ones too. Merlin has had
a litany of health problems beginning with an Aortic Dissection in October of
06 which has caused strokes among other problems. They have also
welcomed new grandchildren and have seen the music grow in ways they
never imagined. Check out what else they have been up to
Tobey & Erin
Tobey plays the bass, is the MC, and writes a number of the songs the
family plays. His writing credits include The Inspirations & Malachi among
others. His wife Erin and son Logan make his life complete and he loves
the opportunity to share the gospel with others. Oh, and his two year old
Logan loves riding in the bus with grandpa Schwartz who affectionately
calls "papa bus"
Jesse & Laura
Jesse is the drummer and sings lead on several songs for the group. Not
only has God blessed him with an incredible voice and the talent to sing
and drum he can also write. His song "It's Just Goodbye for Now" reached
the #4 spot on the PowerSource Christian Country Bluegrass Charts. Click
on the link to learn a little more about Jesse and his family.
Gabe & Rita
Rita & Gabe are a vital part of the group and its success. Rita sings lead
on several songs and her husband Gabe runs the sound for the group.
Rita also penned the song "I Said Yes Lord" which is on the Let it Rain
album and the group is currently working on her new song "Your my Sweet
Baby Doll" which they plan to record on their next project. Hit the link above
to learn more about Rita, Gabe and their two boys.
Jayson & Carma
Jayson and Carma are a vital part of the Schwartz Family's success.
Jayson manages the group and when Merlin suffered an aortic
dissection Jayson picked up the flat top and started playing. Carma
writes a number of the songs that the group sings, she plays piano, and
gives the group another beautiful singer.
Jay & Laura
Jay is a welcome addition to the Schwartz Family. His ability to play
compliments the groups writing and style perfectly. Jay, plays lead guitar,
banjo, mandolin, sings, and the group is currently working on a song he
wrote that will be on their next project. He is talented and gifted and the
Schwartz Family is privileged to have him be a part of the group. Thank
goodness Carma married a boy who has a dad who likes to play music.
The Schwartz Family
The Schwartz Family is a family gospel group from the Sturgis Michigan
area that loves to write, sing, and tell others about Jesus. They have a
band and love doing live shows and playing live music. They write the
majority of the songs they play on stage and record. Get to know the
family a little better by checking them out below.
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The Schwartz Family