The Church Sisters - About Sarah & Savannah Church

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	Savannah Church Fourteen-year-old lead vocalist of the group, Savannah Church, with no formal vocal training, attributes her vocal ability to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born a twin in Norton Virginia, she then later moved to the coal mining area of Dickenson County where she and her family lived a short time before later settling in Danville, Virginia, hometown of her mother, Stephanie Church Duncan. Savannah has worked very hard to use the abilities that God gave her in a way most admired by many. Savannah tried to begin a solo career in early 2006 when she sent an audition tape to a local talent competition in Danville, Virginia. Her audition was not picked to be in the competition until a year later when her twin sister, Sarah, joined in harmony and they auditioned live together and were chosen to enter. It was most certainly like it was not meant for them to pursue separate careers but only sing together. After winning first place in their age group there, Savannah, with her twin sister Sarah by her side, has sung on stages all over Virginia, North Carolina and Tennessee in churches, theaters and many different venues. Savannah will soon add a melodic fiddle to their stage performance. She is currently in lessons with renowned concert violinist, Leigh Latchum.
	Sarah Church Sarah Church, often mistaken for the “little” sister due to her stature, is in fact the twin sister of Savannah Church. For more than three years, she has sung alongside her sister and added the most beautiful angelic harmony often spoken of as “blood harmony”. Sarah also plays mandolin for the group and offers a rhythmic “chop” in perfect time as well as lead breaks that are breathtaking and captivating to audiences everywhere. Sarah plays a Loar LM-600 mandolin endorsed by The Music Link Corporation in Hayward, California. Sarah recently began singing lead vocals on songs at the request of her audiences; and, the crowds love it. This proves that her harmonies are not just solid, but the lead vocals are coming along quite nicely. Sarah is a very important part of this gift from God and wishes to continue on by her sister’s side as long as it’s in the Lord’s will.
	Jay Duncan Jay Duncan is stepfather of The Church Sisters, but they consider him “Dad”. Jay brings with him years of experience in music. Beginning his career in a different genre, rock and roll, he has since left that and began a new love of bluegrass and bluegrass gospel. His experience was mostly with electric guitar. Having laid that down, he was faced with learning a completely new style. He now brings a solid rhythm guitar to the group. Jay says: “After we discovered that my daughters could sing so well, I was listening to a Gaither video and felt much moved by the song Farther Along, as sung by the Peasall sisters. I went to the mall and purchased the video. The girls learned it and sang it very well. We entered the WAKG rising stars talent competition, they won first place and the rest is history.” Jay thanks God for saving his family the way He has. It is an indescribable blessing.
	Seth Church Seth Church, brother of Sarah and Savannah, is sixteen years old and has only been playing guitar for three years. He has quickly advanced from just a rhythm guitar player to our lead. His guitar breaks are solid and in perfect timing. Seth has a close relationship with his sisters and family and is always willing to help anyone in need even without being asked. His hard work and dedication are what helps make the band so successful. Along with his fantastic guitar playing goes his willingness to help set up all of our performances as well as run sound. His ear for music is something we hope you will enjoy for years to come.
	Carroll Arnn Born in Danville, Virginia and raised just outside of Danville in Dry Fork, Virginia, Carroll Arnn brings over thirty years of bluegrass and bluegrass gospel experience to the group. He began playing guitar at age twelve and then went on to play banjo at age thirteen. Then, he picked up the mandolin and fiddle at age fifteen. Carroll now brings all these musical instruments to the stage alongside The Church sisters in every performance. Carroll’s wife, Bett, his 2 daughters Amanda and Brittany and his adorable grandson, Levi, all support him in his musical endeavors. He says he gains his musical influences from both sides of his family, but most importantly his talents come from God. Previous bands that Carroll played with are The Gospel Virginians, Southern Freight Station, Virginia Sonrise and The Arnns. Carroll is also an avid songwriter, both lyrical and instrumental. The Church Sisters utilize Carroll’s songwriting talent during their performances. The Church Sisters are pleased to call Carroll a new member of their family.
	Josh Pickett Josh Pickett of Cana, Virginia is the newest member of "The Church Sisters". Josh is cousin of Sarah and Savannah Church. He is also guitarist for "Amber Collins and No Speed Limit". Josh brings years of experience in the Bluegrass music industry. Sarah and Savannah are proud to call him family! Learn more about Josh by visiting www.acnsl.com.

What People Are Saying About The Church Sisters
"I’ve had the pleasure of working with so many great singers in my career. I can honestly say Savannah & Sarah, The Church Sisters, are as good as it gets. I’m not talking about being “good for their age” either… (14 years old, by the way)… I’m talking about being GREAT singers for any age and compared to anyone. God has blessed these young ladies with so much talent, it’s almost unbelievable… and you will be just as blessed to hear them… trust me." Carl Jackson
"With the passing of each day, the vocals of the Church Sisters become more mature and solid. Savannah Church's voice is surely a force to be recognized with. I consider her to be the #1 young female vocalist in 2011." Norris Long Allegheny Mountain Radio WVMR-AM, WVMR-FM, WVLS-FM, WCHG-FM Dunmore, WV; Hillsboro, WV; Monterey, Va; Hot Springs, VA
The Church Sisters Featured In November, 2011 Issue of Showcase Magazine.
The Church Sisters Featured In Americana Rhythm Magazine.
The Church Sisters featured in CD celebrating the legacy of Mark Twain.

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