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AMY STROUP STORY....

Some people just know what they were created to be. Singer/songwriter Amy Stroup is one such individual.

From an early age, Amy has desired to write songs about the truest thing she knows... the hope that Christ brings to our lives.

On both guitar strings and piano keys, Amy engages audiences with original lyrics that go beyond typical lyrical terrain. Amy communicates the story of Christ through her distinctive voice Her presence easily invites hearers into joyful communion with one another and with God. Combining her insightful thoughts and musical skills, Amy leads listeners to imagine their faith in a closer, more intimate dimension.

Amy has released two independent albums: Solidity (January, 2003) and Here I Am (May, 2004). One of Amy's singles, "Almighty God" (Here I Am) was included in Provident Music Distribution's 2004 PULSE CD project. Amy was cited on the project as one of the "Emerging New Artists for 2005." Additionally, Rocketown Records invited Amy to record on its Gloria Christmas album in the fall of 2004.

Amy's roots extend across the United States, following her family's involvement in Christian ministries. From Boston to Memphis, Alabama to Texas, Amy has traveled the nation in her 22 years. As a Texas teenager, the self-taught guitarist naturally entertained enthusiastic fans. Under the wide open skies and amid the quiet places of West Texas, Amy's passion for music and ministry was born.

While her church background provided an environment for spiritual growth, Amy has also prioritized a personal relationship with Christ. This ever-seeking relationship cultivates a joyful desire to serve God and others with her gifts.

Amy currently resides in Nashville, TN. She plays for conferences,student ministries, churches, retreats, and various special events. Moved to share Christ's message cross-culturally, Amy has performed in Baja, Mexico and Panama City, Panama for which she translated her songs into Spanish. In addition, Amy leads worship at conferences, camps and various church events. She plays both as a solo artist and with additional players.

Amy's dynamic, authentic and acoustic style seizes hearts and speaks of the refining journey of continual transformation into the image of Christ. Anchored by her desire to walk in obedience, her versatility to write, play and sing provides a captivating portrait of a complete artist.

FUN FACTS

i love chocolate ship muffins

o i have summited 4 mountains in Colorado

o loretta lynn was the first person i met in nashville

o i bought my first car for $800 dollars, "tan lightning"

o i love going with baja missions to san quintin, mexico

o my favorite movie is a river runs through it, and the book is great too

o in 5th grade my best friend and i started a band called greenleaves

o i love french peticures

o i have a sister, brother-in-law, the cutest nephew ever, and a brother

o i went to five different schools from kindergarten to my senior year

o i love watching sec football in the fall and the titans

o i love running in the rain in the summer

o i am a sister of joy

o i taught myself how to play the guitar

o my favorite verse is 2 corinthians 4:16-18 "therefore we do not lose heart, though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. for our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal."