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About
Us
God
has blessed a tremendously talented group of young men
and women with the magnificent tool of Acappella singing
to generate a renewed spirit of adoration and devotion.
History-Psallo,
A Praise and Worship Team, is made up of eleven dedicated
members (five women and five men) from the churches
of Christ in greater Los Angeles and surrounding areas.
The ministry was combined approximately 16 years ago
to form a teaching ministry. This medium of instruction
is incorporated in the corporate worship and presented
in workshop settings. Psallo believes that praise and
worship should not be limited to the worship assembly
or song practices; it should be a part of the Christian
life.
Psallo exists for the purpose of equipping the people
of GOD, to offer authentic praise and sacrifice to Him
in response to his redemptive work through the resurrection.
We believe that mankind exist for no other purpose but
to live to praise, honor and glorify His name; to make
praise and worship a natural part of his daily practices;
visiting Him in prayer, praise, fellowship, study communion
and self-sacrifice.

Mark J. Campbell/Musical Director
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Mark
J. Campbell/Musical Director |

Sharon Harris
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Sharon
Harris
My
love for music and singing was passed down from
my family. My musical foundation was built on
several genres of music from jazz and classical
to ‘doo wop’ and the "acapella-style"
music of the Church of Christ. My love has grown
into a passion! I spent several years enjoying
singing with bands, choral groups and ensembles.
At some point, I realized that my passion became
more about the ministry that God gave me and
less about the singing and performing. I use
His gift to edify, uplift and support the Kingdom
and His Church. As one of the pioneering members
of Psallo, I have been abundantly blessed by
this calling, teaching and ministry. My praise
and worship will never be the same!
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Wes McKinzie
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Wes
McKinzie
Music
is a passion for me. I grew up in a singing
family and I was blessed to be at a congregation
with a great praise and worship experience.
I spent seven years (way too long ago) as the
bass singer for AVB (Acappella Vocal Band);
I now serve on the worship team at Quail Springs
Church of Christ and direct Oklahoma Christian’s
student acappella group, New Reign. I’m
deeply blessed to be a part of the Psallo family.
Psallo’s unique style has given me the
opportunity to enrich my musical experience.
Music is a gift, and so are the relationships
we have in the family of God! I’m humbled
even to play a small role in the Psallo ministry.
Be joyful and revived!
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John Black
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John
Black
As
one of the newest members of Psallo, singing
brings me great joy. I enjoy sharing music and
praise that touches the souls of those who partake
in our services. Growing up in the Church of
Christ, I have been privileged to have family
who sings and worships together. An atmosphere
of song and praise has been ever present in
our lives. I thank GOD for my singing talents.
I attribute my musical influences to my Dad,
John Black, Sr., my uncle and aunt, Thomas and
Donna Davis. I will always be indebted to Mark
Campbell for inviting me to join Psallo. This
has been an amazing journey in this ministry
of song.
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Delicia Smith
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Delicia
Smith
Delicia
Malkia Smith aka “Ya Ya”, soprano,
obeyed the gospel at the Figueroa Church of
Christ at the age of eight. She has utilized
her love for music to spread the gospel. At
the age of three she was a member of the Little
Angels. Later on she became a member United
Children’s Choir, As One Vision, Special
Occasions and currently, Psallo.
Not only has she used her voice for the Lord,
she has recorded for various upcoming and well
known recording artists, voice-over work for
Disney and has a morning radio show every Saturday
at noon on KLAS FM Radio.
It is has always been a passion of hers to utilize
her talents and wisdom to help others. As a
former Girl Scout Leader, she has learned that
giving is one of life’s great rewards.
One of the many rewards is having the opportunity
to coach young ladies and gentlemen competing
at the State and National Youth Conferences.
“A few years ago” she won Miss State
Congeniality and was first Runner Up for Miss
National Congeniality.
When she isn’t working for a prestigious
accounting firm in the Inland Empire, she enjoys
reading, writing poetry and music in her leisure
time.
Her favorite bible verse is Phil. 4:13 “I
can do all things through Christ which strengthens
me.”
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Brandon
L. Johnson I
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Brandon
L. Johnson I (Bjay)
I have been singing since about the age of eight.
I didn’t begin to appreciate my gift until
about the age of 19. I have always had a love
and admiration of the human voice and its potential
to produce the sound of any instrument. I believe
the human voice is the basis of all man-made instruments.
PSALLO Ministries has truly enriched my life.
The fellowship and camaraderie we share with one
another is what ‘unity in the Spirit’
is all about. I always have an overwhelming connection
to my brothers and sisters of PSALLO when we sing.
It’s an elation I have yet to be able to
describe. You have to undergo a PSALLO encounter
to experience what I’m talking about. "Vertically
Driven” Yes, I am!
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Brenda
Payne
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Brenda
Payne
Occupation:
Wife, mother and Jack (or shall I say Jill) of
many trades
Singing with Psallo has been life changing. What
a wonderful opportunity to express my love and
adoration for God with such a talented, committed
group of people. The experience has placed me
closer to the Savior and His people. It has opened
my heart to praise Him in ways I did not know
were possible. It has brought me closer to those
that I have known and admired for years. I am
humbled to stand in His presence and open the
door to His throne room for all His people to
praise Him in song. What a blessed experience.
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Darron Jones
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Darron
Jones
Being
the head of a household of 5 including myself,
it’s very important that I set the tone
spiritually…and being a member of Psallo
definitely helps. I've been singing Christian
music for over 16 years, but I've only been
praising God while singing for about 7 years.
I think I like it on this side a lot better.
I believe that developing a strong relationship
with God; praising Him for His goodness and
worshipping his Kingship is needed…and
it has been so beneficial for me, my wife Brandie,
our two girls, Simone and Sydni, and our new
one, Drew. In the beginning of this journey
I really had only joined because 1) I love beautiful
music; 2) I love to sing; 3) Fate Hagood III
thought it would be a good idea to incorporate
it into our Sunday service worship and 4) Mark
told me he needed another tenor. I wouldn't
trade my Psallo family for anything, and I definitely
wouldn't give up on promoting this ministry,
the message, its purpose, and especially the
opportunity to lift my voice to God in a way
He finds favor in. God is Good all the time…and
all the time God is Good!
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Eric Osborn
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Eric
Osborn
I
am the youngest of seven children born to W.J.
and Rachel Osborn. Although I’m a native
Californian, I’ve lived in Texas, Kentucky
and Tennessee. My passion is singing. I was
awarded a scholarship in Music & Vocal Performance
at Southwestern Christian College. I have traveled
extensively to 45 states and Canada spreading
the gospel through song. My life has taken on
a new meaning since I have become a member of
Psallo. My association with this praise team
for these last nine years has helped to elevate
my spiritual walk with God. My goal in life
is to maintain a mind of spiritual purpose.
Psallo allows me to encourage others through
song.
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Zephyr
L. Spear
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Zephyr
L. Spear, a.k.a Lorraine Spear, a.k.a “Lolo”
(Alto)
My musical talent was first noticed by my 7th
grade music teacher who told me I had beautiful
solo voice and should join the madrigal singing
group at school. I took her advice and the more
I sang, the more I wanted to sing…”Thank
you Mrs. Jackson and thank you God!” In
my Christian walk, my aim is to continue to
let my light shine singing praises to His name,
in hopes that the souls of many will hear, believe,
repent, confess and be baptized. I would like
to thank my husband, Ivory and family for their
support and words of encouragement. Peace out!
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Patricia
Lee
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Patricia
Lee
My
name is Patricia Michelle Lee and currently, I
am taking time off from school to pursue a career
in singing. I am one of the newest members of
the Psallo Praise and Worship Team, with whom
I had my first performance at the annual Worship
on the Mount, Magic Mtn. in summer 2003. I count
it as an incredible blessing to use the gift God
has given me along with the rest of the Psallo
members to minister to people through song. Psallo
has now become my second family and I thank God
everyday for blessing me to be a part of such
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