In the early 1980s, Carol and George
Kline began singing with a gospel/prison ministry group from Harrisburg, PA. When the group disbanded, they formed a small
gospel string group featuring George's talent on the five-string banjo. Because of increased interest in hearing "the
soft sounds" and low register of Carol's voice, she continued to enlarge her repertoire, singing on her own using professionally
recorded accompaniment music.
Again, because of increased interest, Carol continued to add old-time
country favorites to honor requests for popular music programs. She included the songs of Tammy Wynette, Patsy Cline, Jim
Reeves, and many others. Carol's popularity continued to grow and, in April 1999, she performed her first full tribute to
Patsy Cline, receiving a standing ovation. Eventually, she added a mixed music program (she calls it her Cabaret-style show)
to include Big Band and other old-time popular favorites.
Originally from Delaware, Carol moved to Pennsylvania
in 1970. She married George Kline, a Lebanon, Pennsylvania native, in 1981, and believes their relationship is "a precious
gift from God!" George is an accomplished musician, but fully enjoys his role as sound technician and musical advisor
for his wife, especially since his retirement in March 2001. The Klines now make their home in Sebring, Florida.
Through
the years, Carol Kline has worked in promotional design, public relations, holds a certificate in non-fiction writing, worked
as a radio personality with her own country music show, served as public relations director in health care settings for almost
20 years, and is a certified activities director. As an entertainer, she has five recordings to her credit. The first,
"Blue Moon Of Kentucky," is a compilation of Patsy Cline favorites, and the second, "Touch Through Me,"
offers some of the best loved old-time gospel favorites. Both include numerous duets with George. A Christmas
recording ("Christmas With Carol") was followed by "A Sweet Mix," which features two duets with George.
"Love Songs & Praise," produced in 2003, is a compilation of love songs and gospel favorites featuring four
duets and two original gospel songs written by Carol Kline herself. Their newest release -- "I'll Need Time"
-- is due to be produced in May, 2010, and features the songs of some of the greatest in country favorites: Jim Reeves,
Tammy Wynette, George Jones, Dottie West, Kenny Rogers, and others. Numerous duets and even a solo by "Love Bucket"
will highlight this latest release.
After 34 years, George
retired from the electric company in Lebanon, Pennsylvania in 2001, and the couple took their part-time singing career to
full time status. His interest and talent in music and sound technology has proven invaluable to their on-stage performances,
and his deep bass voice lends itself to what some consider to be a Jim Reeves sound!
The
Klines have performed extensively in Pennsylvania and Florida, in addition to gospel concerts and/or shows in Ohio, Iowa,
Kentucky, Indiana, Delaware, Virginia, Maryland, New York, and Michigan, as well as several appearances at resorts in Branson,
MO. In addition, they have performed three shows on the Carnival Cruise ship, Inspiration (January 2003),
three shows on Carnival's, Glory, (January 2004), and four shows on the Carnival cruise ship, Liberty
(February, 2009). Their next show cruise is now booked for March, 2011 on Carnival's Miracle, and reservations are filling
fast. (See Coming Events page.)
In September, they will debut out west at
the beautiful El Dorado of Sun City Resort in Sun City, Arizona. Other shows in Arizona are now being planned with one
more confirmed for November, 2011. Keep watching the schedule. Carol and George are excited about this new
venture: performing in the western U.S. It's another milestone and one they have looked forward to for a number
of years.
The Klines travel in their RV, performing wherever bookings or invitations take them. With
their passion for singing still rooted in gospel music, they have touched congregations as well as audiences everywhere. Whether
they perform old-time gospel, or their newest country show, whether they sing patriotic or popular favorites, they wrap their
hearts around every song. You are sure to enjoy their marvelous harmony and, most of all, you will long feel the warmth of
their love for God, Country, and each other!