sentences:  Thomas Whitfield (singer)
  
  Thomas Anthony Whitfield (April 30, 1954 – June 20, 1992) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, arranger, pianist, choir director and producer best known for helping to shape the fabric of contemporary gospel music with his elaborate choral arrangements and the merging of musical styles ranging from jazz to classical into traditional gospel foundations.This style earned him the respectable title of ""Maestro"" by many of his colleagues and supporters.