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'''Dino Kartsonakis''' (born July 20, 1942) is an American ] of ] heritage. He is known for his virtuosic arrangements of sacred music for the piano. '''Dino Kartsonakis''' (born July 20, 1942) is an American ] of ] heritage. He is known for his arrangements of religious music for the piano.


==Biography== ==Biography==
Dino was born in ] and attended Glad Tidings Tabernacle. He began playing his grandmother's piano at the age of three. The first song he had learned was "At the Cross." He was enrolled in piano lessons at age five. Dino received his professional training at ] as well as the ] of Music. For many years he served as pianist for the evangelist ]. Dino has traveled extensively and produced well over 50 recordings on his own as well as mainstream labels. He has worked with various other evangelists.<ref name="Dino and Kuhlman Split">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino and Kuhlman|url=http://walthope.wordpress.com/tag/dino-kartsonakis/|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref> Dino was born in ] and attended Glad Tidings Tabernacle. He began playing his grandmother's piano at the age of three. The first song he learned was ''At the Cross''. He enrolled in piano lessons at age five and developed a love and passion for playing the piano. This love and passion was cultivated as a young boy at his home church, Glad Tidings Tabernacle in New York City where for a time, Dino served as Music Director and Pianist. Dino would go on to receive more formal musical training at ] as well as the ] of Music. Dino served in the U.S. Army in the mid-1960’s with an overseas assignment n Germany. After military service, Dino performed in the early 70’s as pianist for evangelist ], but was dismissed from the ministry over contracts disputes along with his brother-in-law, Paul J. Bartholomew.<ref>{{Cite web |last=WALTHOPE |date=2013-02-12 |title=Dino Kartsonakis |url=https://walthope.wordpress.com/tag/dino-kartsonakis/ |access-date=2024-01-06 |website=Victory Ministries |language=en}}</ref>


Dino has traveled extensively across the globe and has produced well over 50 recordings on his own as well as mainstream labels. He has worked with other various evangelists over the decades, notably Paul Crouch of Trinity Broadcasting Network and former PTL leaders, Tammy Faye and Jim Bakker.
Dino has hosted two television shows, the "Dino and Debby Show" in the 1970s with his first wife Deborah Keener and "The Dino Show" which formerly aired on the ].<ref name="The Dino and Debby Show on Trinity Broadcasting">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino & Debbie|title=Dino and Debby Show|url=http://walthope.wordpress.com/tag/dino-kartsonakis/|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref> Dino has described his style as combining the classical and the sacred. His technique has been described as fluid and brilliant and he has been termed the "Christian Liberace" because of his flair, costumes, pianos and jewelry.<ref name="The Christian Liberace">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino Dubbed "The Christian Liberace"|url=http://www.oldies.com/artist-view/Dino.html|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref>


Many of his works are religious-based or contemporary arrangements of classical works. Dino also performs in his own show in ].<ref name="Dino's Branson Shows">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino Performs in Branson|url=http://www.bransonshows.com/articles/DinosChristmasExtravaganzainBranson.htm|publisher=Bransonshows.com|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref> Among his accomplishments is production of what is known as the "Peace Series", a collection of CDs featuring more subdued piano arrangements against a backdrop of nature sounds.<ref name="Dino plays sounds of nature">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino Plays Sounds of Nature|url=http://www.pandora.com/dino-piano|publisher=Pandora|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref> Dino has hosted two television shows over the years: the "Dino and Debby Show" in the 1970s with his first wife Deborah Keener, and "The Dino Show" which aired on the former ]. Dino describes his style as combining the classical with the sacred. His technique has been described as fluid and brilliant and he has been termed the "Christian Liberace" because of his flair, designer costumes, custom pianos and flashy jewelry.<ref name="The Christian Liberace">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino Dubbed "The Christian Liberace"|url=http://www.oldies.com/artist-view/Dino.html|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref>


Many of Dino’s works are religious-based, along with secular and contemporary arrangements of classical works. Dino performed for 18 years in his own show in ].<ref name="Dino's Branson Shows">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino Performs in Branson|url=http://www.bransonshows.com/articles/DinosChristmasExtravaganzainBranson.htm|publisher=Bransonshows.com|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref> Among his accomplishments remains his "Peace Series” - a collection of CDs featuring subdued piano arrangements against a backdrop of nature sounds. Today, Dino and his wife reside in Branson, Missouri. He maintains a regular presence on Facebook, selling his CD’s and music books while occasionally performing piano concerts at churches.
Dino performed at ] on December 15, 2005. He has participated in an auction benefiting Music Cares, a charitable organization that helps struggling musicians and entertainers.<ref name="Kartsonakis Plays Carnegie Hall">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino Plays Carnegie Hall|url=http://www.assistnews.net/Stories/2005/s05120024.htm|publisher=assistnews.net|accessdate=13 October 2013|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20131016044213/http://www.assistnews.net/Stories/2005/s05120024.htm|archivedate=16 October 2013|df=}}</ref>


Dino received a participation ] in 1999 for his work on the soundtrack of the movie ].<ref name="Dino wins Grammy for his participation in the movie soundtrack of The Apostle">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino wins participation Grammy for the Apostle|url=http://www.awardsandshows.com/features/best-southern-country-bluegrass-gospel-317.html|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref> Dino performed at ] on December 15, 2005. He participated in an auction benefiting Music Cares, a charitable organization that helps struggling musicians and entertainers.<ref name="Kartsonakis Plays Carnegie Hall">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino Plays Carnegie Hall|url=http://www.assistnews.net/Stories/2005/s05120024.htm|publisher=assistnews.net|accessdate=13 October 2013|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20131016044213/http://www.assistnews.net/Stories/2005/s05120024.htm|archivedate=16 October 2013}}</ref>

Dino was nominated and received a ] in 1998 for his work on the soundtrack of the movie ].<ref name="Dino wins Grammy for his participation in the movie soundtrack of The Apostle">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino wins participation Grammy for the Apostle|url=http://www.awardsandshows.com/features/best-southern-country-bluegrass-gospel-317.html|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref>


==Personal life== ==Personal life==
In 1974, Dino married his first wife, Deborah Keener, and together they have a daughter, Christina (who is now a singer-songwriter and producer, and goes by the stage name Sugar Dame).<ref name="Christina Kartsonakis as Sugar Dame">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Christina|title=Christina Kartsonakis as Sugar Dame|url=http://www.antimusic.com/morley/13/ChristinaKartsonakis.shtml|publisher=antimusic.com|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref> After touring as Dino & Debby, the two divorced in 1981. In 1986, Dino married his second and current wife, Cheryl, who is the sister of ] singer, Gary McSpadden, formerly of ] and the ]. Cheryl has a daughter from a previous marriage.<ref name="Dino Kartsonakis divorces first wife">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino divorces first wife|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=_3jqjSKHKcwC&pg=PA260&lpg=PA260&dq=dino+kartsonakis+divorce&source=bl&ots=a5m7KZQPHz&sig=xpbYGjroLEqvnpKvnWtduxDRxRg&hl=en&sa=X&ei=K41aUt_yKNHMkAe_nIDABg&ved=0CD0Q6AEwAzgK#v=onepage&q=dino%20kartsonakis%20divorce&f=false|publisher=google.com|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref> In 1974, Dino married his first wife, Grammy Award nominee Deborah Keener, and together they have a daughter, Christina (who is an accomplished performer, composer, songwriter, producer and has conducted at Carnegie Hall).<ref name="Christina Kartsonakis as Sugar Dame">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Christina|title=Christina Kartsonakis as Sugar Dame|url=http://www.antimusic.com/morley/13/ChristinaKartsonakis.shtml|publisher=antimusic.com|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref> After touring as Dino & Debby, the two divorced in 1981. In 1986, Dino married his second and current wife, Cheryl, who is the sister of the late pastor and ] singer, ], formerly of ] and the ]. Cheryl has a daughter, Cheri, from her first marriage to the late Gospel singer Jack Toney, former lead singer of The Statesmen Quartet. <ref name="Dino Kartsonakis divorces first wife">{{cite book|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino divorces first wife|date=12 November 2009|publisher=Abc-Clio |isbn=9780313344268|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=_3jqjSKHKcwC&q=dino+kartsonakis+divorce&pg=PA260|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref>


In 2007 Dino and his wife Cheryl opened a bakery in ] called Dino's Cake & Coffee Co. (Formally Dino's 24 Karrot Cake Company) Dino remarked that baking was his passion second only to performing his music. They are a major supplier to the ] stores and cafe's.<ref name="Dino Opens His 24Karrot Cake Company">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino's 24Karrot Cake Company|url=http://www.24karrot.com/#!24karrot-story/cwph|publisher=Dino Kartsonakis|accessdate=13 October 2013}}</ref> In 2007 Dino and Cheryl opened a bakery in ] called Dino's Cake & Coffee Co. (formerly Dino's 24 Karrot Cake Company). Dino remarked that baking was his passion second only to performing his music. They were a major supplier to the ] stores and cafés In the early 2000’s.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.bransoncake.com/|title=Dino's 24 Karrot Cake & Coffee Co. {{!}} Home of the 24Karrot Carrot Cake, Gourmet Cake, Coffees and Espresso|website=Dino's 24 Karrot Cake & Coffee Co. {{!}} Home of the 24Karrot Carrot Cake, Gourmet Cake, Coffees and Espresso|language=en-US|access-date=2019-02-02}}</ref>


In 2011 Dino and his wife Cheryl lost their home during a flood in the Branson, Missouri area. Dino lost all of his possessions such as his grand show pianos as well as all of his costumes, industry memorabilia and awards. The Kartsonakis' then started helping the community by doing fundraising concerts to help other victims rebuild their lives and homes.<ref name="The Kartsonakis' Lose Their Branson Home to Flooding">{{cite web|last=Kartsonakis|first=Dino|title=Dino and Cheryl Lose their Home during flood|url=http://voices.yahoo.com/dino-kartsonakis-loses-home-possessions-missouri-9016353.html|accessdate=13 October 2013|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://archive.is/20131013130915/http://voices.yahoo.com/dino-kartsonakis-loses-home-possessions-missouri-9016353.html|archivedate=13 October 2013|df=}}</ref> In 2011, Dino and his wife Cheryl lost their home during a flood in the Branson, Missouri area. Dino lost most of his professional possessions such as his grand pianos as well as all of his costumes, industry memorabilia and awards. The Kartsonakis' then started helping the community by doing fundraising concerts to help other victims rebuild their lives and homes.


==GMA awards== ==GMA awards==
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==Discography== ==Discography==
*1963: ''No Greater Love'' *1963: ''No Greater Love''
*1964: ''Request by Dino'' *1964: ''Your Requests''
*1969: ''The Greatest of Miracles''
⚫ *1972: ''Alleluia''
*1970: ''Reflections of Dino''
*1972: ''Kathryn Kuhlman Presents Dino'' *1972: ''Kathryn Kuhlman Presents Dino''
*1972: ''Christmas with Dino Playing Your Favorite Carols''
*1973: ''The Miracle with David Rose'' *1973: ''The Miracle with David Rose''
⚫ *1973: ''Alleluia''
*1973: ''With Love from Dino'' *1973: ''With Love from Dino''
⚫ *1974: ''Dino Plays Folk Musical Themes''
*1974: ''He Touched Me'' *1974: ''He Touched Me''
⚫ *1974: ''Salute to the United States of America''
*1975: ''My Tribute'' *1975: ''My Tribute''
⚫ *1975: ''A Salute to the United States of America''
⚫ *1976: ''Folk Musical Themes''
*1977: ''Classic Country'' *1976: ''Dino on Tour''
*1978: ''Dino on Tour'' *1977: ''Dino Plays Classic Country''
*1978: ''Love Song'' *1978: ''Love Song''
*1979: ''Just Piano Praise'' *1979: ''Just Piano Praise''
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*1980: ''Rush Hour'' *1980: ''Rush Hour''
*1981: ''Just Piano Praise II'' *1981: ''Just Piano Praise II''
*1982: ''Just Piano Praise III'' *1982: ''Encore''
*1983: ''Just Piano Praise III''
*1983: ''Chariots of Fire'' (Dino's only ] nomination for ]).
*1983: ''Chariots of Fire''
*1983: ''Majesty'' *1983: ''Majesty''
*1984: ''A Christmas Gift'' *1984: ''A Christmas Gift of Love''
*1984: ''Great is the Lord'' *1984: ''Great is the Lord''
*1985: ''Regal Reign'' *1985: ''Regal Reign''
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*1996: ''Quiet Time'' *1996: ''Quiet Time''
*1997: ''Moonlight Sonata'' *1997: ''Moonlight Sonata''
*1997: ''The Apostle Soundtrack'' *1997: ''The Apostle Soundtrack (1998 Grammy award for Best Southern Gospel, Country, or Bluegrass Gospel Album)''
*1997: ''The Lord's Prayer'' *1997: ''The Lord's Prayer''
*1997: ''Unforgettable'' *1997: ''Unforgettable''
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==References== ==References==
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Dino Kartsonakis
Born (1942-07-20) July 20, 1942 (age 82)
New York City, United States
GenresChristian, classical
Occupation(s)Pianist, television host
InstrumentPiano
Years active1963–present
LabelsBenson
Musical artist

Dino Kartsonakis (born July 20, 1942) is an American pianist of Greek heritage. He is known for his arrangements of religious music for the piano.

Biography

Dino was born in New York City and attended Glad Tidings Tabernacle. He began playing his grandmother's piano at the age of three. The first song he learned was At the Cross. He enrolled in piano lessons at age five and developed a love and passion for playing the piano. This love and passion was cultivated as a young boy at his home church, Glad Tidings Tabernacle in New York City where for a time, Dino served as Music Director and Pianist. Dino would go on to receive more formal musical training at The King's College as well as the Juilliard School of Music. Dino served in the U.S. Army in the mid-1960’s with an overseas assignment n Germany. After military service, Dino performed in the early 70’s as pianist for evangelist Kathryn Kuhlman, but was dismissed from the ministry over contracts disputes along with his brother-in-law, Paul J. Bartholomew.

Dino has traveled extensively across the globe and has produced well over 50 recordings on his own as well as mainstream labels. He has worked with other various evangelists over the decades, notably Paul Crouch of Trinity Broadcasting Network and former PTL leaders, Tammy Faye and Jim Bakker.

Dino has hosted two television shows over the years: the "Dino and Debby Show" in the 1970s with his first wife Deborah Keener, and "The Dino Show" which aired on the former Trinity Broadcasting Network. Dino describes his style as combining the classical with the sacred. His technique has been described as fluid and brilliant and he has been termed the "Christian Liberace" because of his flair, designer costumes, custom pianos and flashy jewelry.

Many of Dino’s works are religious-based, along with secular and contemporary arrangements of classical works. Dino performed for 18 years in his own show in Branson, Missouri. Among his accomplishments remains his "Peace Series” - a collection of CDs featuring subdued piano arrangements against a backdrop of nature sounds. Today, Dino and his wife reside in Branson, Missouri. He maintains a regular presence on Facebook, selling his CD’s and music books while occasionally performing piano concerts at churches.

Dino performed at Carnegie Hall on December 15, 2005. He participated in an auction benefiting Music Cares, a charitable organization that helps struggling musicians and entertainers.

Dino was nominated and received a Grammy Award in 1998 for his work on the soundtrack of the movie The Apostle.

Personal life

In 1974, Dino married his first wife, Grammy Award nominee Deborah Keener, and together they have a daughter, Christina (who is an accomplished performer, composer, songwriter, producer and has conducted at Carnegie Hall). After touring as Dino & Debby, the two divorced in 1981. In 1986, Dino married his second and current wife, Cheryl, who is the sister of the late pastor and Gospel music singer, Gary McSpadden, formerly of The Imperials and the Gaither Vocal Band. Cheryl has a daughter, Cheri, from her first marriage to the late Gospel singer Jack Toney, former lead singer of The Statesmen Quartet.

In 2007 Dino and Cheryl opened a bakery in Branson, MO called Dino's Cake & Coffee Co. (formerly Dino's 24 Karrot Cake Company). Dino remarked that baking was his passion second only to performing his music. They were a major supplier to the Neiman Marcus stores and cafés In the early 2000’s.

In 2011, Dino and his wife Cheryl lost their home during a flood in the Branson, Missouri area. Dino lost most of his professional possessions such as his grand pianos as well as all of his costumes, industry memorabilia and awards. The Kartsonakis' then started helping the community by doing fundraising concerts to help other victims rebuild their lives and homes.

GMA awards

Eight Gospel Music Association Dove Awards:

  • 1978, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1986: Instrumentalist of the Year
  • 1993, 1996: Instrumental Album of the Year

Discography

  • 1963: No Greater Love
  • 1964: Your Requests
  • 1969: The Greatest of Miracles
  • 1970: Reflections of Dino
  • 1972: Kathryn Kuhlman Presents Dino
  • 1972: Christmas with Dino Playing Your Favorite Carols
  • 1973: The Miracle with David Rose
  • 1973: Alleluia
  • 1973: With Love from Dino
  • 1974: Dino Plays Folk Musical Themes
  • 1974: He Touched Me
  • 1975: My Tribute
  • 1975: A Salute to the United States of America
  • 1976: Dino on Tour
  • 1977: Dino Plays Classic Country
  • 1978: Love Song
  • 1979: Just Piano Praise
  • 1979: Rise Again
  • 1980: Rush Hour
  • 1981: Just Piano Praise II
  • 1982: Encore
  • 1983: Just Piano Praise III
  • 1983: Chariots of Fire (Dino's only Grammy nomination for Best Gospel Performance, Male).
  • 1983: Majesty
  • 1984: A Christmas Gift of Love
  • 1984: Great is the Lord
  • 1985: Regal Reign
  • 1986: A Place For Us
  • 1987: A Piano Portrait
  • 1987: A Wonderful Time of the Year
  • 1988: Dino Kartsonakis
  • 1989: Peace in the Midst of the Storm
  • 1990: All Creation Sings
  • 1991: Majestic Peace
  • 1992: Christmas...A Time For Peace
  • 1992: Somewhere in Time
  • 1993: Rhythm of Peace
  • 1994: Miracles
  • 1995: Classical Peace
  • 1996: Quiet Time
  • 1997: Moonlight Sonata
  • 1997: The Apostle Soundtrack (1998 Grammy award for Best Southern Gospel, Country, or Bluegrass Gospel Album)
  • 1997: The Lord's Prayer
  • 1997: Unforgettable
  • 1998: A Christmas Celebration
  • 1999: Quiet Romance
  • 2000: Quiet Inspiration
  • 2002: Somewhere in Christmastime
  • 2007: Birthday of the King

Compilations

  • 1976: Christmas with Dino
  • 1985: Encore
  • 1998: Dino Collector's Series
  • 2007: Sacred Piano Hymns

Video

  • 1987: A Concert Spectacular
  • 1998: Music For All Time
  • 2000: Christmas Extravaganza
  • 2002: Easter Spring Spectacular
  • 2007: Birthday of the King

References

  1. WALTHOPE (2013-02-12). "Dino Kartsonakis". Victory Ministries. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
  2. Kartsonakis, Dino. "Dino Dubbed "The Christian Liberace"". Retrieved 13 October 2013.
  3. Kartsonakis, Dino. "Dino Performs in Branson". Bransonshows.com. Retrieved 13 October 2013.
  4. Kartsonakis, Dino. "Dino Plays Carnegie Hall". assistnews.net. Archived from the original on 16 October 2013. Retrieved 13 October 2013.
  5. Kartsonakis, Dino. "Dino wins participation Grammy for the Apostle". Retrieved 13 October 2013.
  6. Kartsonakis, Christina. "Christina Kartsonakis as Sugar Dame". antimusic.com. Retrieved 13 October 2013.
  7. Kartsonakis, Dino (12 November 2009). Dino divorces first wife. Abc-Clio. ISBN 9780313344268. Retrieved 13 October 2013.
  8. "Dino's 24 Karrot Cake & Coffee Co. | Home of the 24Karrot Carrot Cake, Gourmet Cake, Coffees and Espresso". Dino's 24 Karrot Cake & Coffee Co. | Home of the 24Karrot Carrot Cake, Gourmet Cake, Coffees and Espresso. Retrieved 2019-02-02.
  9. "Dove Award Recipients for Instrumentalist Archived 2006-10-20 at the Wayback Machine". Published by the Gospel Music Association. Retrieved November 15, 2006.
  10. "Dove Award Recipients for Instrumental Album Archived 2001-06-19 at the Wayback Machine". Published by the Gospel Music Association. Retrieved November 15, 2006.
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