The words powerful, soulful, and unforgettable are three words that best describe one of the world's most stirring and passionate singer, songwriter and motivators, Diana Bush-Harris!
Originally from Fort Wayne, Indiana, Diana's sultry voice is reminiscent of Helen Baylor and Oleta Adams, but her unique, individual fire has earned her the name "Sista Praise" by those who have witnessed her unique ability to rivet and draw her audiences into whatever she does, be it singing, writing plays, songs, or motivating and challenging others. In worship settings, she successfully blends contemporary sounds intertwined with overlays of her trademark praise & worship style with a hint of a traditional music. She is often accompanied by gifted background singers whose vocals soar to the forefront and lead its listeners back to meaningful relationships based on Truth.
Diana’s commitment to her purpose found her as lead vocalist, Songwriter and Executive Producer of her freshman project, entitled “By My God”. Her passion, musical ability and love for God is apparent in this extraordinary CD which promises something for every musical taste. It includes hit songs with a jazzy, rhythm and blues feel like, “If I”, contemporary/traditional hot praise, worship, like “It’s a Pleasure to Say Yes”, and even rap. And she certainly didn’t forget those who love a catchy quartet groove with “Praise is a Pavillion.”
Her most recent effort includes a unique, a non-traditional approach to sharing her gifts, and is experiencing rapidly growing success. Diana has begun to partner with schools currently at the elementary level to create an atmosphere of support, confidence and relaxation that makes learning easier.
"Born to Succeed" is a program she and committed supporters have developed and termed "Performing Arts’ Contribution to Academic Success".
It includes a music message, DVD presentation reinforcing its message,
Complete with interactive classroom activities that builds self confidence through positive neurological stimulants.
“Music is a universal language that penetrates our consciousness even without our consent.” I made a commitment to use mine for positive causes”, says Diana.
Diana has even more recently developed the same concept to help teach diversity which she launched at Park Tudor this year entitled
“One Earth” complete with live actors, (upon request) who paint the message as she sings experientially and instructively.
She is an exceptional writer on the inspirational level and performs in both religious and A-religious settings indicating “Many times we are simply enforcing and enhancing what has already been taught.”
Urban Network Magazine refers to her varied style as suitable for any “churches across the Board”. Gospel Truth Magazine refers to her music as a “Gift that brings Joy.”
A snapshot of exposure and experiences include:
*Honorable Mention for 2004 Song of the year standing up to critics such as “Sheila E”, formerly of Prince
*Recipient of the 2006 NAACP Gospel Music Image award,
*Opening up for luminaries such as Ricky Dillard and “New G”
*Shared the stage with LaShon Pace, Tye Tribbett and GA, Darius Brooks, Micah Stampley, Benita Washington,
*Frequently ministers on TCT, a satellite station for TBN in Nashville,
*Performance at the Indiana Christian Expo,
*The 97th Annual Holy Convocation for the Church of God in Christ,
* The Walker Theatre and plays such as Sonnets for my Sistahs,
*Reviewed in numerous in Gospel Truth Magazine,
*Reviewed in the Urban Network Magazine,
*Featured in Spirit Touch Magazine, Ink Newspaper, the News-Sentinel, Verizon Wireless Black History Month,
*Performed Indianapolis Charter Schools, Independent Schools, Private and Colleges, across the United States,
*Indiana Minister of Music Association
*Performing Arts Foundations,
and frequently ministers for Conferences and musicals, weddings, funerals, banquets and the like too numerous to mention.
Her experience in music and working with people exceeds 20 years.
Her experiences with churches include:
First Baptist North Church
Mt. Paran Baptist Church
Mt. Zion Baptist Church
New Baptist Church
Renaissance Baptist Church
Imani Baptist Church
New Covenant Worship Center
Summit Church
First Redeemed by the Blood Ministries
Victory Christian Worship Center
Living Water Worship Center
Good Hope Baptist Church
Abundant Love Church
Dupree Memorial Temple
New Zion Church
She comes with high recommendations and has faithfully served in the capacities of Minister of Music, Music Director, vocal trainer, choir director, Contemporary and Traditional Praise & Worship leader and workshop instructor, and administration. She is a notable teacher, passionate about evangelism.
Diana has studied Music and Business at Taylor University, Organizational Leadership and Supervision at Indiana-Purdue University and Psychology at Saint Francis College respectively. She also attended Summit Church & Ministries International School of the Bible, now known as the accredited Life Christian University. Diana has attended numerous and varied leadership conferences and workshops, including Zig Ziglar's, Single's Conferences, Women's Success Seminars, and Self-Initiative mentoring that has shaped and molded her in her contributions that results in the sharpening of others.
For inquiries, or booking, you may visit our website @ www.dbharrisministries.net, where the CD is available, as well as CD Baby and Tower Records.
