In the early 1980s, Carol and George Kline began singing with a gospel/prison ministry group from Harrisburg, PA. When the group disbanded, the Klines helped formed a small gospel string group at their church 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 area 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 enjoyed his role as sound technician and musical advisor for his wife, especially since his retirement in March 2001 from First Energy Electric Company. During a practice session one day, howevver, George was harmonizing with Carol, and the idea of adding a few duets to various programs caught on!  The two became even more popular as a husband and wife singing team from then on!

The Klines moved to Sebring, Florida in 2002, but returned to Pennsylvania 17 years later (in 2018).  Through the years, Carol Kline has worked in promotional design and public relations, holds a certificate in non-fiction writing, had her own column in local newspapers, including The Lebanon Daily News in Lebanon, PA.  She also worked for a short time as a radio personality with her own country music show at WWSM 1510, Annville, PA, until their move to Florida.  She served as public relations director in health care settings for almost 20 years, and is a certified activities director.  

As of February, 2013, Carol Kline became a correspondent and feature writer for The News-Sun ( www.newssun.com ), a local newspaper in Sebring, FL.  In addition to numerous feature stories, she wrote a four-part series about their daughter (Major Kristine Ratliff, RN, USAF, Retired) concerning the need for more specialized care of our men and women veterans today.  "Nursing homes are not the answer," she declared.  A book entitled "Home Of the Brave" is based on these articles.  It was published in December 2013, and is available on Amazon.  In addition, she has written and illustrated three children's books: "An Unlikely Pair," "Miss Maggie Down On Main Street," and "Ananais and the Sawgrass Mysteries."  All are available on Amazon.com as well as on Kindle.com.  Look for all of her books by name and author on Amazon.com.  You may also order signed copies from Carol Kline directly by emailing her at cakl45@comcast.net.

As an entertainer, she has six 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 hubby, George "Love Bucket" (a stage nickname he acquired through the years!).  A Christmas recording ("Christmas With Carol") was followed by "A Sweet Mix," which features some of your favorite pop songs and includes two duets with George.  "Love Songs & Praise," produced in 2003, is a collection of beautiful love songs and gospel favorites featuring four duets in addition to two original gospel songs written by Carol Kline herself.  Their newest recording -- "I'll Need Time" -- was released in May, 2010, and features the songs of some of the greatest names in country music: Jim Reeves, Tammy Wynette, George Jones, Dottie West, Kenny Rogers, and many others.  Numerous duets and even a solo by George highlights this latest release.

The Klines have performed extensively in Pennsylvania and Florida, in addition to gospel concerts and/or shows in Texas, Ohio, Iowa, Kentucky, Indiana, Delaware, Virginia, Maryland, New York, Tennessee, and Michigan, as well as several appearances at resorts in Branson, MO. In addition, they have performed three show cruises with Carnival: Inspiration (January 2003),  Glory, (January 2004), Liberty (February, 2009).   

The Klines traveled in their RV, performing wherever bookings or invitations took them. With their passion for singing still rooted in gospel music, they have touched congregations and many 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!

Personal note: For most of 2010 to the present, the Klines were not able to travel and perform during the summer months due to the tragic accident their daughter, Maj. Kristine Ratliff, RN, USAF, experienced in April 2010.  They did travel briefly and perform in 2012 and 2013, but on a very limited basis.  Kristine continues to recuperate now in her own home high on a high hill near Richland, Pennsylvania with 24/7 care.  Kris is very happy that Mom and Dad live just three doors down the street.  While there were many legal setbacks that keep her parents from moving their daughter from Texas to be with them in Florida, her prayer was answered in September 2016.  Their move back home to Pennsylvania was Kris's wish after the loss of her step-brother, John Kline.  Kris legally took back her maiden name, and is very happy tp be Kristine Kline again!  

"We trusted in God's timing and prayed fervently that she could move East to be with us, and our prayers were finally answered.  It's where she desperately wanted to be.  Your continued prayers for her improvement are greatly appreciated!  She is improving every day in her new surroundings, and is actually learning to say words.  With a fantastic speech therapist to work with her now, her chewing and swallowing is improving daily.  While she has been able to eat pureed food for a number of years, thanks to her mom's persistence and cooking all Kris's food in pureed form, there is even hope the PEG tube will be removed at some point. 

"Kris is a member (along with us) at Zion Methodist Church in Myerstown, and she has become a great inspiration to everyone she knows.  She is learning to say words, with Amen and Mom being the first two she learned to pronounce!" explained Carol Kline.  In addition, Kris became a proud member of the VFW Post 6076 in Myerstown, PA, in October 2022 at the invitation of the Post Chaplain, Peter Hook.  Chaplain Hook became a dear friend of Kris's when he was asked to present her with a handmade Memorial Quilt in May 2022.  And, in March 2023, she was nominated to serve as a Trustee of the Post, to which she was soundly approved by all members.  Kris is as yet not able to speak, but that didn't stop her, and it is a known fact: she is the highest ranking member of the post, and she receives great respect!  (Note: As her mom, I am able to be with her during her meetings for obvious reasons, and it was because of yet another invitation, I decided to join the Post Auxiliary.  It makes me very proud to serve in that way.)

"God is so very good, and we praise Him for each step she takes!"