Elvis Presley, How Great Thou Art Live 1977 May 2026

: For Elvis, gospel was a "place of solace" and a "confession of faith" rather than just a performance.

Reviewers at the time, such as those from the Charlotte Observer and the Omaha World Herald , noted that while Elvis sometimes relied on his legendary charisma to carry other songs, his gospel numbers remained "fearless" and "stunning". Elvis Presley, How Great Thou Art Live 1977

: Despite being physically frail, he delivered the hymn with a "stirring powerful top A" and soaring high notes that moved audiences to tears. : For Elvis, gospel was a "place of

The most famous 1977 recording of the hymn comes from the titled Elvis in Concert . : For Elvis

: For Elvis, gospel was a "place of solace" and a "confession of faith" rather than just a performance.

Reviewers at the time, such as those from the Charlotte Observer and the Omaha World Herald , noted that while Elvis sometimes relied on his legendary charisma to carry other songs, his gospel numbers remained "fearless" and "stunning".

: Despite being physically frail, he delivered the hymn with a "stirring powerful top A" and soaring high notes that moved audiences to tears.

The most famous 1977 recording of the hymn comes from the titled Elvis in Concert .