Gordon Mote

b. Gadsden, Alabama, USA. Despite being born blind, Mote began playing piano as a young child and was soon adept at the instrument. His religious upbringing meant he was a regular at church, playing keyboards and singing as part of worship groups. He attended Jacksonville State College and Belmont University in Nashville, graduating with a degree in music. Intent on pursuing a career in music, he began working as a session keyboard player with both secular and Christian artists. Based in Nashville, his reputation was instrumental in securing work with artists of the stature of...