Otis Skillings

American Gospel pianist, composer and orchestra conductor. Born June 27, 1935 Hamilton, Ohio Died October 12, 2004 (aged 69) Rockford, Illinois. He was a musician, arranger, composer, orchestra conductor, concert pianist, workshop clinician, author, and lecturer. He first came to prominence in the early 1970's with his trend-setting musicals LIFE and LOVE. Among his original songs are favorites like "The Bond of Love" and "Lord, We Praise You". His music has been featured at the world conventions of many denominations and his songs appear in many leading hymnals.