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Music has been described as the language that transcends all barriers.
It is not at all surprising that Varetta Heidelberg has emerged with
a vital and compelling message through melodies of compassion that
inspire, comfort and bring hope, as well as enjoyment. Not at all
concerned with the boundaries of style, she speaks many different
musical languages from classical to jazz.
Varetta received her bachelor's degree from Jackson State University
and a certificate of completion from the celebrated Dick Grove School
of Music. She is an accomplished songstress and musician, but is not
limited to that realm. She is the founder/director of Instruments
of Praise, a non-profit organization endeavoring to train young artists
for ministry through the arts. She has received numerous honors including
"Most Outstanding Instrumentalist" at the Estes Park Christian
Artist Seminars and the title of "Miss Black America."
Her dedication to her call leads into diverse settings such as prisons,
jails and juvenile facilities, as well as churches and concert halls.
Her gifts are an expression of God's gracious love and are portrayed
in a ministry of excellence.
Varetta is recognized for her soothing voice, articulate sax riffs
and Latin jazz flute renditions. Her arrangements bring new life and
flavor to traditional songs, and her originals give evidence of her
abilities as a composer as well as a performer. Her first three albums
are " Give Him Praise", "Melodies of Christmas"
and "Holy." "Light in the Midst of Darkness" is
her fourth project and will definitely exceed your every expectation.
It is comprised of thirteen songs that are a personal expression of
what God has done and is doing in Varetta's life.
Varetta lives in Southern California with her husband, Levi and their
two children, Ayanna and Jarren.
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I believe
that my purpose as an artist is to skillfully portray my talents through
melodic messages that encourage the listener and point them to Christ.
I believe
that my ability to minister through the melodies of a song is a gift
from God. It's an expression of His gracious love that goes beyond the
barrier of mere words.
I believe
that it is not sufficient for me to play skillfully, but that my life
must portray Christ-likeness in all that I do and say.
I believe
that every breathe necessary for the production of a tone is a testimony
of the breathe of life that comes from above.
I believe
that every platform extended to me is a significant place of honor.
I believe
that I am called to pour my life into the lives of other young artists,
just as Paul was entrusted with the discipleship of Timothy, and to
encourage them to seek kingdom purpose for the talents they have been
given.
I believe
that I am to touch lives and leave a kindgom deposit everywhere I go.
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