Monica Matthews' Debut Album “Windows” is now available! This stirring debut album consists of newly arranged ancient liturgical hymns. The re-mix is currently in production sure to bring with it a euro, smooth groove mix certain to satisfy the the most ecclectic appetite.
Windows, produced by highly acclaimed Producer/Arranger Trammell Starks of the Taliesin Orchestra. Starks is responsible for Billboard Chart topping hits as Orinoco Flow – The Music Of Enya and various releases of Billboard Chart topper, pianist, George Skaroulis. Starks offers a daring, dynamic and rich World interpretation of some of the world's most ancient music. Featuring the talents of World Flautist, Pedro Eustache of Mel Gibson's “The Passion”, Windows features a variety of Mediterranean, ethereal, colors for the soul.
Monica comes to us by way of Atlanta, Ga. The dynamic ability of this young artist is attributed to her rich Euro/American upbringing. A heritage steeped in Greek/German culture led her to the beginnings of her singing career within the Orthodox Cathedral walls. She has since graced many Cathedrals and the performance stage with an equally diverse line-up of artists, such as Gospel's Dixie Humingbirds, Lynyrd Skynyrd, John Waite, The Commodores to name only a few. Monica's audience spans over 62 countries worldwide and her music can be found on many global download mediums such as iTunes, Rhapsody, Napster, Amazon etc...
Monica has also toured with Hosanna Sacred Arts Ballet Company, successfully completing a life-long dream to integrate high caliber visual art of ballet with her vocal talents. Sponsored by AT&T, the tour was a success throughout the Southeast region of the U.S. Monica is often compared to the sounds of Sarah Brightman meets Sade and Aretha Franklin. Her sophomore, “Heart Beats” album is set to share yet another side of her vocal range with Smooth Jazz/ Ethereal overtones throughout.
Monica's vocal talents also landed a Grammy Nomination in 2003 for her contributions on George Skaroulis's release, Second Nature. Monica is also known to be the voice behind many corporate giants such as Philips Magnavox and Lufthansa Airlines to name a few. Monica also collaborated with George Veras, Executive Producer of Yanni, Live At The Acropolis resulting in a stunning performance for the unveiling of the Olympic Mural for Greece at the Newington-Cropsey Foundation Museum.
Ms. Matthews has served various youth groups with a focus on women and young girls. Recently completing an extended time in the missions field, Monica is set to embrace the world once more!
Matthews states, “ With a focus on humanity as a whole, I see my gifts and talents as a responsibility. I am a servant. Music and the arts at large are extremely influential in our society in good times and otherwise. They shape cultures; they inspire and have the power to bring life or death.. A reprieve from music & into the missions field allowed me time to see into a humanity deeply rooted in separation from our Creator God, ourselves and each other.. I look forward to contributing to the restoration of beauty, joy and love. My art goes beyond a “market”... it penetrates and connects me to a world I care deeply about and for that, I am eternally grateful.”