Cheryl Edelmann
"Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord" - Psalm 150:6
Welcome to my page! The title of my latest album is "Garment of Praise." As you listen, I pray that my songs will bless your heart.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Music has always been a big part of my life. As a child, I played the piano in church and then started singing as a young teen. After high school, I attended Westminster Choir College as a church music major with a concentration in piano and a minor in voice. During my career, I have been blessed with the opportunity to sing on various stages from The Academy of Music in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee. I have also recorded several demo projects, and most recently, a CD entitled "Garment of Praise." I will be working on a new project next month!
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
I try to sing in as many churches and at as many special events as possible. As mentioned above, I have had some exciting moments over the years, but I am just as happy to sing for one person as I am singing for 10,000. If one person is blessed by my music and message, then God is pleased and so am I!
Your musical influences
My greatest musical influence is probably Bill Gaither, from the Trio in the 70's through the various Vocal Band incarnations of today. I was raised with Southern Gospel music. I also absolutely adore David Phelps. I think he is the best first tenor in the world! I have several country influences as well, including Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Trisha Yearwood and Vince Gill.
What equipment do you use?
I have some equipment of my own, but generally I use whatever is available where I sing.
