Introduction
Sandra Crouch (born July 1, 1942) is an American gospel music performer, drummer and songwriter.
Musical career
Crouch won a Grammy Award in 1984 for "Best Soul Gospel Performance, Female", and was nominated for a Grammy in 1986 in the category "Best Soul Gospel Performance, Duo, Group, Chorus or Choir" (co-nominee Jean Johnson) for her album Completely Yes. During the late 1960s through the early 1970s, she played tambourine on a number of Motown recording sessions.
Personal life
Crouch was born on July 1, 1942 in Los Angeles, California along with her twin brother Andraé. Until his death in January 2015, she and her brother co-pastored Christ Memorial Church of God in Christ in Pacoima, California. On the day of her brother's death, Crouch released the following statement: "Today my twin brother, womb-mate and best friend went home to be with the Lord. Please keep me, my family and our church family in your prayers. I tried to keep him here but God loved him best."
Discography
- Gospel Legacy, 2008
- With All Of My Heart, 1992
- We're Waiting For You, 1985
- Competely Yes, 1985 (Grammy nominee)
- We Sing Praises, 1983 (Grammy winner)
With Lalo Schifrin
- Rock Requiem (Verve, 1971)