Annette Welburn is a mezzo soprano who has classical vocal training, yet enjoys singing a wide range of styles. Her CD, Christmas Treasures, includes light jazz pieces, such as her rendition of Have Youself A Merry Little Christmas. It also includes more traditional versions of some all time favorite Christmas carols such as Joy To The World, and I'll Be Home For Christmas. Grown Up Christmas List, a gospel song very pertinent now with our country at war, is sure to touch everyone's heart. Annette Welburn was born and raised in Portland Oregon. She began singing at a very young age while participating in musical theater productions. Annette began studying voice professionally, at the age of 16, with renowned vocal coach, Roland Wyatt, at Lewis and Clark College. She then studied with the well respected voice teacher, Sister Claudia Foltz, at Marylhurst College. In 1988 Annette, a senior in high school, won first place in The Oregon Federation of Women's Clubs state vocal competition, and was awarded the Virginia Brown Music Scholarship. Annette also received vocal scholarship offers from St. Olaf College, Oregon State University, Bethel College, and The University of Southern California. Annette chose to accept a vocal arts scholarship to USC. While at The University of Southern California, Annette studied voice with Margaret Schaper. Annette's talent, combined with her great love for singing, prompted her husband, Keith, to persistently encourage her to record. Their love for Christmas music, and the Christmas season in general, led Annette to record her first album as a selection of favorite holiday songs. When shopping for Christmas music, in recent years, Keith and Annette noticed it was difficult to find traditional, yet up to date CD's that appealed to the whole family. They accomplished their goal of providing just such a holiday CD with Christmas Treasures. Annette enjoys performing in many venues. Her favorite styles to sing are gospel and ballads. Annette enjoys giving concerts and singing in churches. She also provides special music for parties, events, and special occassions. Annette along with her husband and four daughters live in Nampa, Idaho. For booking information, please email Annette at
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