Southern Harmony Quartet

In the month of May in 2004 five men with a desire to share the love of Jesus Christ in song joined together and formed a quartet. They shared a love of traditional, Southern Gospel music and four part harmony. The group was named Southern Harmony Quartet. Mark Hayes sang bass, Randy Pope baritone, Keith Renfroe lead, and Ronnie Douglas sang tenor. Paul Wallace used his talent to bring life to the piano.

The Quartet was a blessing to many as they endeavored to lift high the name of Jesus and His saving power. They traveled across Western Tennessee boldly sharing the Gospel in song. The Quartet was formed and based in Darden, Tennessee.

In the fall of 2006 Keith and Randy felt God leading them in a different direction, and they resigned their positions within the group. With heavy hearts the Quartet bade them farewell, and they began to ask God to provide two men to help continue the ministry.

In late July of 2007, Southern Harmony Quartet was privileged to have Morris Rogers join as the lead singer. His talented lead vocals were a much needed addition.

Two weeks later Derek Simonis was asked to handle the baritone part. Although he is the youngest member of the group, Derek feels extremely blessed to be able to take part in the ministry.

The Lord has blessed the group as they have traveled across Tennessee singing His praises. They have won the hearts of those who have come to listen. Accolades include a first place finish in the 2007 West Tennessee Quartet Convention Group Talent Competition.

While some of the faces have changed, the mission of Southern Harmony Quartet has remained the same. They still have the same attention to detail which results in beautiful harmony. The Quartet continues to sing traditional Southern Gospel, the greatest music in the world. Most of all, however, Southern Harmony Quartet is committed to lifting high the precious name of Jesus that lost souls might be saved.

Mark Hayes

Mark Hayes, the bass singer, is from Parsons, TN. For many years Mark was a lost church member, but on April 30, 2000 during a tent revival he gave his life to Jesus Christ. Singing bass in a Southern Gospel quartet fulfills a dream that Mark has had since he was a child. Mark's desire is to praise God through song. Mark firmly believes in what Jesus said in Luke 19:40, "If these should hold their peace, the stones would immediately cry out." Mark and his wife, Beverly, live in Darden, TN. He enjoys farming and spending time with Eddie his Jack Russell Terrier.

Mark@southernharmonyquartet.com

Derek Simonis

The youngest member of the group, Derek Simonis, handles the baritone vocals. Originally from Milan, Illinois, he now resides in Clarksville, TN. Derek vividly remembers the day when God convicted and saved his soul. He grew up singing in church with his family. He owes his love of music to his mother and favorite piano teacher, Linda. He is also extremely grateful for the wonderful spiritual example of his father, Darrell. Being able to sing with such a spiritual group of guys is a dream come true for him. Derek’s deepest desire is that Christ be glorified in every song that the group sings, and that lost souls might find hope. He enjoys working out, spending time with his family, and singing the greatest music in the world, Southern Gospel. His accomplishments include placing first in the West Tennessee Quartet Convention Adult Solo Competition in October 2007.

Derek@southernharmonyquartet.com

Paul Wallace

The pianist for the group, Paul Wallace, was born, raised, and currently resides in Darden, TN. He surrendered his life to Jesus at the age of 8. Paul and his wife Susan have three children and three grandchildren. Paul has been a minister of music for 36 years. He has played the piano since the age of eight, and he holds a degree in piano with a minor in voice from Union University in Jackson, TN. Paul enjoys working in the garden, spending time with his grandchildren and of course playing the piano. Paul's main goal is to for others to experience the joy of the Lord through Southern Gospel music.

Paul@southernharmonyquartet.com

Morris Rogers

Southern Harmony Quartet's lead singer is a man who has many great loves in his life, but his love for "Southern Gospel Music" is one of his greatest. Having started his singing career at the tender age of three, he's continued to sing and grows more thankful each day for the opportunity that God has given him to share the wonderful "Love of God" in song. One of the greatest days of his life was April 14, 1971 when he accepted Jesus Christ into his heart and life as his personal savior. Morris has been married for 23 years to his lovely wife Penny and they have been blessed with two beautiful daughters, Tara and Brenna, both of which attend the University of Tennessee at Martin.

Morris@southernharmonyquartet.com

Ronnie Douglas

Tenor for the group is Ronnie Douglas. Ronnie is a native of Parsons, TN. He has been singing all his life due to the influence of a Christian Mom. His Christian journey began at age 17 when he was saved at a youth revival. Ronnie has worked in a number of churches across Tennessee from Crossville to Jackson. He became a Minister of Music after graduating from Union University in Jackson, TN. Ronnie is an outdoor enthusiast, who loves camping, hiking, etc. He devotes most of his time to singing with the group and helping to spread the Word of God through song.

Ronnie@southernharmonyquartet.com

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prayer@southernharmonyquartet.com