Mariette Davina Information

Mariette was born in Leicester United Kingdom and moved to South Africa at an early age. She finished her schooling at the Pro Arte secondary school for gifted artists with singing and piano as her main subjects.

Mariette obtained her Music Degree specialising in Performance Opera at the University of South Africa and her Honours degree in Music at the University of Pretoria. She also obtained her Licentiate in Opera, her Advanced Certificate in Singing from the Royal Schools of Music, as well as her Grade 8 in piano. She was the recipient of the Human Sciences and UP bursaries.

After her studies, Mariette began composing her own songs and landed a recording contract with Gallo Records Africa. During this period she spent many hours in recording studios, composing and instrumentally arranging her music.

Her single ALL I NEED was released in the compilation CD - 'TIMELESS' by Gallo/RPM records. Her own cross-classical CD which was subsequently released was nominated for the best classical album in South Africa. She also made appearances on South African television and radio.
Mariette then moved back to the UK to pursue her music n Europe, where she attended 3years of Bible school, where she developed a love for worship music and discovered her gift for spontaneous worship.

Mariette's message; "My UK Album reflects a culmination of all the genres I have embraced - I hope you enjoy it!"

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