Misty Sharp was born and raised in the inner city of Detroit, Michigan and is still actively involved in aiding the hard times Detroit face. Founder of Art on the Block: A non-profit organization in pursuit to inspired children in run down urban communities to see beauty in their surroundings by beautifying what we have and appreciating the arts. Art on the Block brings live bands, face painting, chalk walks, and positive word art that is later displayed on abandoned homes on their block.
Misty Sharp has educated more than 5,000 students(18 months to Adults).
Misty Sharp is a Grammy Music Educator/Teacher Award Nominee for (5) five consecutive years.
Misty Sharp has written, composed, and directed musical productions with the participation of more than 300 students:
"A Journey Through Africa" and "Celebrating Over 400 Years of African American Music. Misty is the founder and CEO of
Fresh Muzic Productions. These productions include Hip Hop dancers, tap dancers, gumboot dancers, acting, solo vocalist, a chorus, modern dancers, tumblers, percussion ensembles, praise dancers, and poets.
Ms. Sharp led her school's Junior Beta Club "Group Talent" participants to Fifth Place out the state of Georgia.
Misty Sharp was recognized by Envision and People to People for identifying young scholars
who display outstanding leadership abilities.
In addition to being an educator, Misty Sharp is an International Flutist, Vocalist, and Producer.
Toronto, Canada
Paris, France
London, England
Bristol, United Kingdom
Cardiff, Wales
Rome, Italy
Detroit, Michigan
Mackinaw Island, Michigan
Ferndale, Michigan
Cleveland, Ohio
Columbus, Ohio
Chicago, Illinois
St. Louis, Missouri
Memphis, Tennessee
Nashville, Tennessee
Huntsville, Alabama
Birmingham, Alabama
Tuskegee, Alabama
Montgomery, Alabama
Miami, Florida
Orlando, Florida
Harlem, New York
New York, New York
Brooklyn, New York
Atlanta, Georgia
Douglasville, Georgia
Norcross, Georgia
Smyrna, Georgia
Brunswick, Georgia
Dunwoody, Georgia
Chamblee, Georgia
Nissau, Bahamas
Co Co Cay, Bahamas
Los Angeles, California
San Francisco, California
Houston, Texas
You can hear Misty lovely flute passages on Season Two American Idol Winner, Ruben Studdard "Letters from Birmingham" on the track Today(Hallejuah) produced by Grammy Award winner Black Elvis.
Radio Stations
Jazz 91.9 WCLK Atlanta
Praise 102.5
V 103
98.7 RADIO CARDIFF of Wales
98FM UJIMA BRISTOL UK 1# URBAN RADIO STATION
Orange Room Radio "The Nikki Wade Show"
Misty Sharp was featured in:
Urban Loop Magazine out of London, UK
Sista Gurl Mag out of Gary, Indiana
Jahzara Bradley's Soul Nights Blog
Matthew Daniels All About Soul Music Blog
Dialogue with Daisy and Friends Blog Talk Radio
Indie Soul Calendar of Divadom Entertainment
Misty Sharp is a Member of the The Recording Academy and BMI.
Misty Sharp is founder of a mentoring program and performance group "Misty Sharp & The Future."
Misty Sharp & The Future is a mentoring program that allows young musicians to perform in a professional setting to gain experience as paid performers. "The Future" has performed at U Space Art Gallery, Center Stage, and the Atlanta Science Festival, just to name a few.
In 2014 Misty relocated to San Francisco, where she taught K-8 in the Mission District.
Misty became a certified "Little Kids Rock" Teacher and Trainer.
Misty started an after school Band Program.
Her students performed at the Asian Art Museum and Carnival.
She also started an instrumental String Program.
Her students were featured at the Asian Art Museum and Carnival San Francisco.
Misty Sharp presented a session at the 2015 Rock Fest
"How to Start a Modern Band with Two Popular Songs"
In 2016, Misty relocated to Houston, Texas to become a UIL Choir Director.
In this past year, Misty has had four choir students selected for Region Choir.
She has lead her choir to a Sweepstakes victory in Sight Reading and
an overall Excellent stage performance in UIL.
Mrs. Sharp also registered 35 students for a Solo & Ensemble Contest.
25 students received Superior (1) ratings and medals and
10 received Excellent (2) ratings and certificates.
