James Blunt, Jack Johnson, Celine Dion, Jewel, Depeche Mode, Enya, Sting, Elvis, John Mayer (just to name a few...).
Everyone I hear influences me in some way!
Sounds Like
Jewel, Chantal Kreviazuk, Joni Mitchell, Sarah Mclachlan (let me know who you think I sound similar too)
Sara Westbrook motivational speaker/singer/songwriter
'I am using my motivating, positive outlook to inspire and make a difference for others, especially young people, by giving them the opportunity to see that they have the power to make choices that will better their lives, no matter the circumstance. I provide them with tools that allow them to take back their personal power, to start living their purpose and to love their own uniqueness. I accomplish this through speaking, singing and writing.’
After my Dad died I felt I could no longer sing if he wasn’t here to watch me. So I created the program ‘Own the Power Within’, a program to help children deal with the issues of bullying.
‘I thought maybe it would be better if I just spoke, not sang. At this point I was questioning whether I could even sing. I felt so confused, out of control and lost. I have never felt so upside down. By choosing not to sing I felt an emptiness that I could not fill.'
Meeting Brenda Hounam who has had Alzheimer’s disease for 8 years put me back on my true path. I realized that my Dad wanted me to use all my talents. I ended up co writing the song One More Memory. This song was written as a gift to Brenda Hounam who wanted a song to remind her children of her love for them when Alzheimer's disease would rob her of the ability to say 'I love you'.
I now travel with Brenda and my Mum Linda, raising awareness and funds on behalf of people who are in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease. We want people to know that there is hope and possibility in a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. The monies raised from the sale of the CD are used to help people who are in the early stages of the disease. Since Sept. 21, 2004 ‘One More Memory’ has sold 8000 copies (a gold record in Canada). We are excited to be taking our message to Romania May 15 2008.
'I have been helping to raise awareness and funds for those living with early stage Alzheimer's disease for almost four years. For me this is important work. Giving back is an essential part of who I am.'
I am very proud to represent ‘Kids Help Phone’ as an artist ambassador.
'Going to schools, impacting the lives of young people through music is very important to me. I share about my personal struggles, triumphs and lessons learned, in hopes of giving new insight into what they may be experiencing. I want them to know they are not alone.’
I realized through my previous work with young people that so often tools of life are missing. Young people are told so many things ... be confident, stop worrying, be yourself, move on.
From this knowledge I have created my newest program UPower® concerts ‘Building Character through Lyrics’ which incorporates speaking & singing, sharing with young people life tools that will guide them to take responsibility for their actions, to motivate them to take on their lives in a very powerful way and to have a new appreciation & respect for themselves & others.
‘When I write I feel I have a responsibility to the listener to create lyrics that make a difference in their life, to inspire them to look at things differently, to help heal what may be going on in their life.’
'Sara only wants to touch the hearts of those who listen to her music so that they can discover their own personal worth. In essence, Sara wants people to be happy and feel as though they matter.' Steve Miller Dark Horse Promotions
Sara Westbrook You bring the sunshine to the rest of the world in just one breath Christopher W Herbert
7085 Strong Lives 05 July 2008
As he looked into her eyes, he was able to feel her strength To live again, her heart, a soul to endure
For those that are strong, are able to begin again The pain so real, to sleep in her dreams, the man, the current at her mercy
The combination, however, what makes it all worthwhile His love for her, her love, to find, pamper and return
Under the shadow of a distant thunder, every day this new beginning of strong lives A river of blood in pulsation, breathing, because without her, and void of his texture Every moment was empty, but tomorrow, he would look to the heavens and pray one again
Hello, Sara. I hope you are having a great weekend. Did you have a nice Canada Day? I worked yesterday, which was our Independence Day. I'm taking a little vacation time now. Well, just wanted to speak to you a little bit. You take care! I think you're a very sweet young lady and talented artist.
Well your one of my favorite people, now that you like John Mayer. :) I really Love and respect what you are doing Sara. I am also a Singer/Songwriter. I just got Vocalist of the year in Orange County California in a christian vocal competition. I would love to be apart of what your doing. Let me know when you want someone to sing and write songs with.
Hey Sara...Do you have any special plans for the 4th with George or your mum? I'm sure whatever your plans are that you will have a great day. Looking forward to meeting you in Houston next month.
