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My Strength - CrossRoadsTour.com - September 2009

Courtney A. Streb has had the privilege of opening for great Christian radio artists: John Waller, Mark Harris, Waverly, and Chris Sligh. She has also opened for Abandon - a great up and coming band from Texas. She has been honored to open for John Waller and Mark Harris multiple times. Courtney was first introduced to them, in 2007, when featured at the Swiftwaters Music Festival in Maine. She’s played at the Beyond the Song Worship Festival in Albany and Lima, NY as well as at Open Fest in Honeoye Falls, NY. Since 1999, Courtney has played at various festivals, churches, and establishments throughout the US and abroad.

Courtney A. Streb is a creative singer/songwriter whose sincerity awakens hearts and minds. Her lyrics tell stories of struggle, loss, and growth that let listeners know they’re not alone. The message of her music is clear: come to the master and find healing, hope, and grace. Courtney says, “My one joy is in knowing that what I’ve said or sung has helped someone.”

Courtney’s set is made up of original works and she enjoys telling the stories that inspired the songs. Her performances are flexible, they are able to materialize as a concert or a church worship service, and they can last 20min to 1½ hrs.

Courtney was first introduced to the guitar by her first-grade teacher. For a year she begged for lessons, and finally received them for her 7th birthday. She became an accomplished musician in school, taking part in every band and choir. Throughout High School and college, she was given many awards and recognitions for her talent and drive for excellence.

However, Courtney’s induction as a songwriter is where her story becomes unique. When she was 11 she was in a devastating car crash that left her bound to a hospital bed for a month, and confined to home for a time. She broke her back and was 3 millimeters from being paralyzed for life. She had to re-learn to walk. But in her pain, she found an outlet, a way to make sense of it all…songwriting.

Each of Courtney’s songs has a different meaning and purpose in it, but each one is about regaining hope, whatever the circumstances. She is real, honest and down-to-earth. She has times of mourning and sadness. But, in those times, God has worked through her the best, because she’s entirely dependent on Him. She is optimistic and believes there is always a light at the end of the tunnel, for it’s the pain that allows us to fully appreciate the joy.

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Quotes
“She’s great” ~ John Waller (Billboard’s artist to watch in 2007)

“Her voice is so clear.” ~ Mark Harris (of 4 Him)

“Her songs ar blately honest and poignant. Streb’s music continues to capture audiences as she pushed the limits of fine art and beauty through song.” ~ Bennett Alliance/Open Fest

“She is gifted and has shown great promise in her songwriting. I have found her to be a sincere and communicative performer. Courtney has a beautiful voice and an impressive range. I look forward to auspicious develpements in her career in the near future.” ~ Mike Landrum, D.M.A. (Prof. Of music and film studies at RWC in Rochester, NY)

“Courtney Streb is one of the most versatile and talented people I know.” ~ David Nelson (Choral Prof. At LCS in Lima, NY)

“originality in songwriting, a beautiful voice, and a heart of worship. She is passionate, talented, and connects with youth and adults. Like her personality, her music is thoughtful, inspiring, and fun.” ~ Charlie Coté (Brighton Pres. Church in Rochester, NY)