Get to know me

Tell us about some of the cultural experiences you had growing up. (Dance,

Singing, Theatre etc.)

I am a singer first so I have been involved in choir for as long as I can remember. I love to sing and dance.

Do you come from an “arty” family?

Both of my parents have strong love for music and I loved to hear them sing when I was younger. My grandfather has produced gospel music, and I really enjoy it.

What is your earliest memory performing?

The first performance that comes to mind is my first solo with the song “Stand by Me” by Ben E. King. I was in 7th grade and I was so nervous. But, when I started singing I fell in love with performing.

What do you most enjoy about performing?

I love the fact that music, or dance, can let us show who we are in ways that words cannot express. I get to be completely me when I am performing and that makes me so happy.

If you could play any role in and theatre production, who would you play?

Right now, I have to say Tin Man in The Wiz. I feel very connected to the character and his goal is so simple but heavy. I would love the opportunity to convey that.

What activities/groups/ensembles are you currently involved with?

This semester, I am involved in Concert Choir, Jazz Choir, Vocal Ensemble, Applied Voice, Concert Band, Jazz Band & the Fall Play on campus.

What do you want to do after Iowa Central Community College?

I want to attend a university for music and book my first show.

Who are some of your role models? Why?

One of my biggest role models is Joshua Henry. He is one of my favorite Broadway stars and he has such an awesome way of thinking about music and the industry. He’s just legendary in my opinion.

What is your proudest accomplishment?

I told myself I would get better at music once I really started trying my sophomore year of high school. Those last two years of high school, I feel like I really improved in all forms of music that I pursue.

Tell us one word that you would use to describe yourself.

Wonderful.