2-ZZ-Nuff

Betsy

The eldest of five children, Betsy was born and raised in Muncie, Indiana. Her father first supported the family working at the Chevrolet plant and then became an elementary school teacher who worked in the roofing industry during summers. Her mother alternated between working at home with her children and the factory or hospital. Betsy and her siblings used to play their mother’s old 45’s until they had all the songs memorized. Then they would put on little shows for their parents. Betsy followed in her parents’ footsteps by singing in the church gospel choirs. She would memorize all the different parts just for fun. Betsy was drawn to country music as an adult and found that it suited her voice and singing style. Bonnie Raitt, Tina Turner, Martina McBride and Patsy Cline are a few the artists who influence this petite ball of energy. When Charlie asked her to sing with him at the graduation party, she jumped at the chance. They hit it off immediately and started singing old standards. Now they are writing their own songs and covering other more contemporary stuff.

Betsy is excited to add songwriting to her earlier musical experiences. She has acted in the local theatre and performed in a dance troupe. She also toured northern Indiana with her gospel choir and still occasionally sings in a trio with her sisters. Betsy is currently teaching high school to support her young son and herself.