Vocalist/ Songwriter/ Vocal Coach

Darci Monet  is celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the iconic feature film Napoleon Dynamite by re-recording her full version of "THE ROSE."  It is her vocal on "The Rose" that is a legendary part of the film in the memorable "Happy Hands Club” scene, for which she was never credited.

The road has been long and not without some disappointments. It was the remarkable Bette Midler who recorded “The Rose” and made it an international sensation, but it is Darci's vocals that were used in the film and, to her surprise, uncredited and never compensated. Darci takes this anniversary moment to release her own full version of "The Rose" and join in the historical significance and anniversary celebration of this pop culture phenomenon. She sings it with joy and a touch of melancholy.

Darci Monet is a classically trained vocalist, recording artist, award-winning songwriter and respected vocal coach. Her professional debut was at age 11 in a local Upstate New York production of “ANNIE.”  While studying at Belmont University in Nashville, she began her professional career as a studio singer and recording artist. Darci’s extensive vocal credits include principal performances in film and television: Napoleon Dynamite , How I Met Your Mother, Phineas and Ferb. Her live performances and master recording sessions with major labels include work with legendary artists such as Dolly Parton, Steve Winwood, Amy Grant and The Judds, to name a few.  In commercials she has lent her vocal talents to Subway and other regional brands.

As a songwriter, Darci has co-written songs featured in film and television including Sons of Anarchy, The Vampire Diaries, Kiss the Bride, The Apprentice, The Young and the Restless and Days of Our Lives.  In the awards world, Darci has won and been singled out in prestigious songwriting competitions including “UNISONG INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITING CONTEST,” “THE GREAT AMERICAN SONG CONTEST” and “BILLBOARD.”  Darci is very proud of her album CD Fusion because it represents both sides of her musical brain: Rock Chick Darci and Coffeehouse Darci. 

When pressed to give a name to her preferred musical style Darci says, “I’m a mix of Heart and Kelly Clarkson with a side of Aretha.” Tracks featured on "Fusion" were co-written with Tony Award winner Levi Kreis who also co-wrote the inspirational “Go On” for Darci's first music video.  Darci is featured prominently as co-writer and vocalist on Kreis’ critically acclaimed albums One of the Ones and The Gospel According to Levi.

Much in demand as a vocal coach, Darci spends much of her time helping hone the vocal skills of beginning students over age 10 and professional actors, singers and performers.  Her clients include Tony winners, contestants on music competition shows such as American Idol, Ru Paul’s Drag Race and Dancing with the Stars.  She is a go-to coach for artists prepping for recording or embarking on tours as well. Darci loves finding that "Mini-me or that amazing nugget who is just born to sing.” It’s a blessing that The Darci Monet Vocal Style Studio is here to joyously assist.