Viqui Dill
lead vocals, harmony vocals, song writing, bass, 12 string, pennywhistles, flute, percussion
As a child, Viqui Lynn Brown Sherman Dill had dreams of becoming a famous rock star, and began taking piano lessons at age 7. By junior high, Viqui was leading others in song with her 12 string guitar and writing music in the suburbs of Charleston, West Virginia, playing flute with the George Washington High School band. Later, Viqui's family moved to Bridgewater, New Jersey and Viqui began writing songs for her church Youth Choir, which she helped to form and co-lead.
In 1991, Viqui received an electric bass as a Mother's Day present and began playing with bluegrass and country bands in the Washington, DC area with her husband, Keith Dill. They have opened for such diverse acts as Sawyer Brown, Shelby Lynn, the Coasters, Taylor Dane, Charlie Waller and The Country Gentlemen, Ronnie Reno and the Reno Tradition, and Continental Divide.
An engineering graduate from Virginia Tech, Viqui is a worship leader for Emmaus Church in Berryville, VA. She works as a Technical Writer for American Woodmark in Winchester. The Dills have been married since 1987 and have a son, Jim.
Keith Dill
lead vocals, harmony vocals, electric guitars, acoustic guitar, fiddle, mandolin, harmonica, pedal steel, drums
Keith Dill had a guitar in his hand by the time he was six years old. He attended Ferrum College in Franklin County, Virginia, the moonshine capital of the world, learning old time fiddle tunes from the locals. Keith moved on to MCV in Richmond, Virginia, where he met up with Richmond native, Randy Waller, son of bluegrass legend, Charlie Waller, joining Randy's band Silver Saddle.
As the pedal steel, electric guitar, harmonica and fiddle player for the Brandy Stills band, Keith played alongside country greats such as Mickey Gilley, Johnny Paycheck, and Earl Thomas Connelly. Keith's musical style ranges from Appalachian old-time to Louisiana bayou funk. He is frequently featured on CDs and recording projects across the Washington, DC metropolitan area including David A. Alberding, Carey Colvin, the String Dusters, and others.
With wife, Viqui Dill, he has opened for such diverse acts as Sawyer Brown, Shelby Lynn, the Coasters, and Taylor Dane.
Keith recently sold his business, Dill's Dental Service Company, an independent medical equipment sales and service firm, serving the Washington, DC metropolitan area. With the proceeds, he bought a new set of drums and several guitars. He works for Benco Dental.
Omg she is kicking me so darn much. And i wanted to say i miss you . Went to the doctor she said the baby is wieghing bigger then she is suppose to but is not to worried. Lol maybe she will be cute and cubby.
Hiya Viqui, I finally went on my myface page after about 3 years and found a very nice comment from you (from quite a while ago)!!! Just wanted to say hey and hope to see you at Mamapalooza this year?!?! Your music is great--you sound excellent and your website is definitely top notch! Wowwee!!
I am supposed to pick 12 women (who have touched my life) and whom I think would want to participate. I think that if this group of women were ever to be in a room together, there is nothing that would be impossible. I hope I chose the right twelve. My communications hopefully remind you how special that you are. Please send this back to me.
Remember to make a wish before you read the prayer. That's all you have to do. There is nothing attached. Just send this to twelve people and let me know what happens on the fourth day. Sorry you have to forward the message, but try not to break this, please. Prayer is one of the best free gifts we receive. Did you make a wish yet? If you don't make a wish, it won't come true.
This is your last chance to make a wish!
"May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us.
Now, send this to 12 women. And remember to send this back. I count as 1...you'll see why
I figured it was time to mix up the music a bit :). Yeah, I think one of the best things about Soft Side Of Me is Keith's fiddle! He really made the song, and I loooooove what he did on it - especially the middle part where it soars. I can listen to that all day!
...and I would love the opportunity to sing with you my friend! You and your awesome family have a wonderful Thanksgiving together. I'm sure Jimmy is happy to be home for his break!
Hey , myspace is for everyone and yeh i moved to san antonio, thats my bf in the pic. He is a sweetie. I got him to go to church with me so i guess that is progress.I love myspace way more not good with the facebook. I miss you and I miss winchester maybe when im back in town again we can go out for dinner:) be good ok and stay safe ... DO NOT HIT NO DEAD SKUNKS IN THE ROAD,OK! lol i miss you signing that song.
Awww, I love you!! Thank you so much for the sweet comment :). Speaking of photos, YOU are gorgeous in your profile pic! We turned out pretty good, didn't we? When the heck are we gonna get together?! I miss you lots.
Hi there! ~ Thought I'd drop in and let u know that mom's been in the hospital this week...she could use your prayers : ) She's home now...but could use some xtra luv. Thanks for being a friend to her!! And good luck 2 u and your band Luv~ Kristi : )
