ABOUT

Hello! I'm Courtney, and I am a local artist in the DFW area. I'm known for delivering acoustic-pop and indie with heartfelt emotion and my own personal style. I have been described as being able to create a melodic and intimate space that allows us to connect through music. My repertoire spans the '90s to current hits from artists you know, to artists you've never heard of. This includes my original material.

By day, I am a 200 RYT Certified Teacher registered with the Yoga Alliance. I aim to help others reconnect with themselves through healing and movement. I specialized in Hatha, Yin, and Restorative asana practices, with training in various Meditation styles and Pranayama (Breathing) techniques. In my spare time, I'm a musician who loves pottery, crochet, and spending time watching Anime with my dog.

Music, however, is my true passion. It has always and will continue to be my priority. Now comes the transition where I take all the things I love and share them to help others. With the Istre project, I hope to do that. It encompasses all that I love, and gives me a platform to share it.

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"I only ask that, now and then, you think of me.”

An exert from "Small" by Istre

Publications

Here are some of the publications I've been featured in. Visit my contact page if you're interested in speaking with me, or wanting me to participate in your publication. I'm always happy to share my experiences!

Courtney Istre’s Stories, Lessons & Insights

"Before I figured out who I wanted to be, I was constantly molding myself into who I thought everyone wanted me to be. At my core, I’ve always been an artist."