Elvis Presley, How Great Thou Art Live 1977 Apr 2026

Elvis Presley ’s 1977 live performances of "" stand as a haunting and powerful finale to his legendary career. While his physical health was visibly declining during his final tours, his vocal strength on this gospel classic remained remarkably intact, often cited by critics and fans as the emotional peak of his later shows. The 1977 CBS Television Special

: The special used footage from two shows: Omaha, Nebraska (June 19, 1977) and Rapid City, South Dakota (June 21, 1977). Elvis Presley, How Great Thou Art Live 1977

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 ’s 1977 live performances of ""

The most famous 1977 recording of the hymn comes from the titled Elvis in Concert . Reviewers at the time, such as those from

: The special aired on October 3, 1977, less than two months after Elvis’s death. Performance Highlights and Reception

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