Ronnette's Journey
Ronnette Rollins, singer/songwriter, pianist and radio personality, is one of the most sought-after performers, hosts and vocal coaches in the Washington Metropolitan area. Fueled by her love for God and her passion to teach music and perform, Ronnette’s mission is to always reflect the love of God whether she’s singing gospel or R&B, playing classical piano or hosting an event.
Ronnette’s career in music started at an early age. At the age of 8, she began playing piano, organ and directing choirs for various churches in the D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia areas. By age 11, she started performing as a singer and pianist with her Godmother, Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee, Shirley Ables & The Joy Gospel Singers. She has recorded and performed background vocals with numerous gospel and inspirational artists including Pastor Shirley Caesar, Yolanda Adams, Isaiah D. Thomas & Elements of Praise and Mike McCoy & Voices United. As a result of her early success, Ronnette stepped out as a solo recording artist in 2012.
Ronnette received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education from Towson University and taught music in the Prince George’s County Public School system, including the choral and piano departments at Benjamin D. Foulois Creative & Performing Arts Academy in Morningside, Maryland. Ronnette is also a radio host and show producer with Radio One DC’s Praise 104.1 FM. You can hear her hosting on Praise 104.1FM Saturdays from 3pm-7pm and on “Sunday Joy”, Sundays from 12pm-6pm. She’s syndicated on Saturdays from 10am-5pm in Houston, Atlanta and Columbus, Ohio. The songstress has successfully headlined sold-out performances at the historic Blues Alley in Washington, D.C., and at the Gospel en Karukera Festival in the Guadeloupe Islands. Ronnette has traveled the world touring and performing with various Gospel greats. She has made guest appearances performing on several television network shows, including “Rejoice in the Word” and “Great Day Washington” on WUSA9.
Ronnette made her theater debut with Mosaic Theater Company DC as pianist in “Marie and Rosetta” at Washington D.C.’s Atlas Theater in the Fall of 2018. Ronnette is also a member of the Grammy Award Recording Academy, Washington, D.C. Chapter, the premier outlet for honoring achievements in the recording arts and supporting the music community. Her debut project “JOURNEY” and follow up singles, “ALWAYS THERE” and “HE’S GOT THE POWER are available for digital download on all major music sites (Tidal, iTunes, Amazon, CD Baby, Google Play, etc.)
Ronnette, who is no stranger to struggles with anxiety and depression, is an advocate for mental health and believes in therapy and counseling. She’s often heard saying “I believe in Jesus and Therapy.” She lives by Proverbs 3:5-6, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not to your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path.”
For more information and booking, visit ronnetterollins.com or send an email to ronnetterollins@gmail.com.
