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About The Cayman Singing Christmas Tree

Rev. Torrance & Elsa Bobb

The Singing Christmas tree was conceptualized and designed by Millard Heath in 1972. It took several different designs to finally produce the perfect structure for the tree. Initially, the designers tried using pipe, but it was not strong enough to hold that many people in the tree, so a decision was made to use steel which turned out to be a perfect match. Thereafter, the company produced over 200 trees across the United States and the world.

In 2003, Jeffrey Smith purchased the company and now owns the rights and patents to the Singing Christmas Tree which can be seen in various forms all over the world including the United States, Canada, Europe and the Caribbean.

For many years, Mrs. Elsa Bobb, choir director and musical producer in the Cayman Islands, always desired to produce a local version of the Singing Christmas Tree against the backdrop of starlit skies and warm tropical Caribbean breezes. After a tremendous amount of hard work, her vision finally materialized in 2011 capturing the world’s first ever outdoor Singing Christmas Tree. Needless to say, it was a resounding success.

In its debut year alone, the Cayman Singing Christmas Tree had over 3,000 visitors. The Cayman Islands, being the first country to ever successfully produce “The Singing Christmas Tree” outdoors, has caught the attention of many.

Past PERFORMERS

Find out more about some of the performers that has graced The Cayman Singing Christmas Tree stage.

Christer tepper

Violinist

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Christer Tepper

Born in 1981, Christer Tepper began his violin studies at the age of three and gave his first public performance when he was four years old. He received his early musical training in violin, studying with artists and professors at various universities and colleges throughout Canada, including scholarships to the Young Artist Performance Academy at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto where he studied primarily with Joan Barrett.

After studies as a scholarship student with Oleh Krysa at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York, he moved to Germany under the mentorship of Rudolf Gaehler, pursuing his violin studies both there and in Italy. He has also studied with Martin Beaver, Pinchas Zukerman, David Cerone, Sally Thomas, Dr. Lise Elson and Jose Luis Garcia. In addition to taking honors at a variety of music competitions, Christer has appeared on CBC radio and has made numerous television appearances and recordings. He has also enjoyed several appearances as soloist with orchestras performing to critical acclaim. His playing has been described as “deeply felt,” “sparkling with pristine intonation,” and of “brilliant virtuosity.”.

Currently, Christer lives outside of Charlotte, North Carolina together with his wife Gwen and four boys, Jacob and Sam, Caleb and Simon. Since 1994 he has performed over two thousand programs in concert halls, churches, embassies, schools, universities and conferences. His travels have taken him across Canada, the United States, Europe and Asia, and has made several recordings, many together with his father.

For more info on Christer Tepper and his ministry please visit christertepper.com​

Rev. ferdinand nicholls

singer

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Rev. Ferdinand Nicholls


For over thirty years, Ferdinand Nicholls has been involved in ministry and service throughout the Caribbean, the US Virgin Islands, South America, the United States and Canada. He has been crusade soloist for the Christ is the Answer Crusade Ministry - the evangelical arm of the People's Cathedral for over 30 years and continues to be associated with their evangelical program.

He has been guest soloist for the Full Gospel Business Men's Fellowship International throughout the Caribbean, ministering at several of their National and Regional Conferences. His ministry has taken him to several cities in the United States including Miami, New York, Tampa, Cincinnati, Anaheim, Knoxville and Pennsylvania where he was guest soloist at the King's Kid Camp.

He was guest soloist and worship leader for the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada, West Ontario District and has been a guest on the popular Christian Canadian television network, 100 Huntley Street and has shared the stage with persons such as Jessy Dixon and Phil Driscoll. He has made several appearances on television in both Trinidad and Barbados. He has ministered as guest soloist in several Morris Cerullo Conferences both in the United States and the Caribbean Region. His ministry also includes guest soloist for the Regional Conference of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the West Indies Fellowship as well as for the Barbados District. Pastor Ferdi also ministered at the Church of God of Prophecy Regional Convention held in Barbados and has been one of the guest artiste featured in Barbados's premier gospel event, The Barbados GospelFest.

Varetta Heidelberg

Saxophonist & singer

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Varetta Heidelberg

Music has been described as the language that transcends all barriers. It is not at all surprising that Varetta Heidelberg has emerged with a vital and compelling message through melodies of compassion that inspire, comfort and bring hope, as well as enjoyment. Not at all concerned with the boundaries of style, she speaks many different musical languages from classical to jazz.

Varetta received her bachelor's degree from Jackson State University and a certificate of completion from the Dick Grove School of Music. She received numerous honors including "Most Outstanding Instrumentalist" at the Estes Park Christian Artist Seminars and the title of "Miss Black America." She is an accomplished songstress and musician, but is not limited to that realm. Her aspiration to touch lives leads her into diverse setting such as prisons, jails and juvenile facilities, as well as churches and concert halls throughout the United States and abroad. Her gifts are an expression of God's gracious love and are portrayed in a ministry of excellence.

Varetta is recognized for her soothing melodies that create an ambiance of peace. Her arrangements bring new life and flavor to traditional songs, and her originals give evidence of her abilities as composer as well as performer. She has to her credit four recording projects, "Give Him Praise, Melodies of Christmas, Holy and her latest, Light in the Midst of Darkness," produced by Justo Almario.

Varetta is also the founder/executive director of Instruments of Praise (IOP), a multicultural nonprofit performing arts organization. IOP was founded in 1990 with a mission to make "life investments" into the next generation of young emerging artists through programs designed to mentor as well as instruct. Although the curriculum is designed to assist students with both their technical knowledge and artistic skills, the main endeavor is to create within them the desire to go beyond their boundaries and use the arts as a means to affect not only their lives, but to touch the lives of others. Several Instruments of Praise alumni vocal and instrumental students are also featured on Light in the Midst of Darkness.

Varetta lives in Southern California with her husband, Levi and their two children, Ayanna and Jarren.

Dennis wilson

pianist & singer

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Dennis Wilson

"DENNIS IS ONE OF THE GREATEST ARTISTS IN THE WORLD"......Bill Gaither...
Dennis Wilson has currently recorded 5 CD'S. The latest "Castles in the Sand", has received critical acclaim for the patriotic and inspiring material written and sang by Dennis.
Other Cd's Recorded: "I Can't Live Without You", "Call To Commitment" ,"You're Not Alone", "I Don't Want to be a Star"...

Dennis has toured Nationally and Internationally. Recently invited to go to the Middle East with several well known Entertainers and Actors, and 3 Former Miss Americas, to sing and visit troops. Countries Toured...Bahrain, Germany, Israel, Kuwait, Netherlands, Greece, as well as many many others.

Dennis Wilson is also a much requested speaker for Special Events and Crusades and Services. Some of the well known songs Dennis's has written include:

"By The Way of The Cross"

Recorded by such artists as Judy Jacobs, Ruppes and many others. The song has been featured in several Song Books and was made into a Top Selling Musical with Dennis' song as the featured song and title for the Musical. Choirs all around America, including, Dr. Charles Stanley's Church use this powerful song.

"One Step Away"

Recorded by Judy Jacobs, Richard Roberts....and others. This song is often featured on Benny Hinn's Program as well as his Miracle Crusades.

"Lonely Tonight"

Recorded by Many as well as Karen Wheaton, and is also a long running theme song for the TV Program "You And Me".

"I Can't Live Without You"

Dennis' deput single from number #18 on National Charts and was the #1 new deput on the CCM radio Charts.

Other songs have charted including "He Sent A Angel" on the Country Music Charts.

Special Performances and Highlighted Events

- A featured Soloist and worship Leader internationally
- Special Guest Speaker for Conferences and Events World Wide
- Dennis performed as a guest soloist in Jerusalem, at the World Pentecostal Conference with approximately seven thousand in attendance
- Several regular guest appearances on TBN, and other Christian Television Shows
- Dennis has performed and appeared with Dr. Charles Stanley at First Baptist of Atlanta, and on Dr. Stanley's International Program "In Touch"
- Performed at the "Brooklyn Tabernacle" New York City.
- Wrote recorded theme song for the "American Red Cross" and MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving)
- Recently featured in a major acting role in a new faith-based movie "The Unwanted Presence". Release date Fall of 2012

No matter what projects Dennis is involved in, his purpose is first to bring glory to the heavenly Father, and to touch and inspire men and women with the hope and power that JESUS gives!

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