Affectionately known as the World’s Greatest Storyteller, Dorothy Norwood has used her soulful vocals and uplifting delivery to rise to the upper echelon of modern gospel music. Norwood has been singing most of her life. At the age of eight, she toured and performed with a family group. Moving to Chicago, in 1956, she sang with Mahalia Jackson, the Caravans, and the Rev. James Cleveland. Launching her solo career, in 1964, she was a hit from the start. An opportunity to bring her music beyond the church came in 1972, when Norwood was invited to be an opening act for the Rolling Stones’ 30-state American tour. Whether Evangelist Dorothy Norwood is with a choir or her own group, this great lady has an amazing capacity to offer her gifts to God in a most refreshing manner, which brings a glorious message to people everywhere.

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