Friday, May 25, 2007

Miss Columbus | Ashleigh Smith

Hometown: LaGrange, GA

Education: LaGrange High School

Platform Issue: Music to my Ears: Preserving Music Through Education

Scholastic/Career Ambitions: Bachelors degree in Music and Vocal Performance; Masters of Music Education
Successful Jazz Vocalist

Talent: Jazz Vocal - “It Don’t Mean a Thing if it Ain’t Got that Swing”

Interesting Facts: Passion for performing jazz and blues repetoire by jazz pioneers such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, Billie Holiday, and Bessie Smith; Performed in New York City at St. Petersburg Cathedral, Washinton D.C. at the Jefferson Memorial, National Cathedral, and the National Cherry Blossom Festival, Orlando, Florida at the Disney Music Festival, and Northern Ireland; studying and learning about different cultures and societies; performer at the 16th Biennial National Lincoln Normal School Reunion

Ashleigh,
Just wanted to say hi! Hope that you are all settled in and ready to go.  I am so sure that you are ready to dazzle us and warm our hearts with you beautiful singing voice.  You definitely have what it takes to be our wonderful Miss Ga representative this year. Now, go out there and do your thang!  Always know that we are right there with you cheering you on all the way.  We love and support you 110%.  We know you will make us proud!  Love and much Luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Deborah

Hey Ashleigh

This is your cuz Angela.  I just wanted to writeand say good luck.  I hope that you get the crown.  Hope to see you soon

Love your cuz,
Angela

Praying for you and remember it is just the CREWS (Smile)
Love,
Anthony & Alma Powell

Hey,

Well, I got swiped! My ticket for Friday’s performance was sold to someone else. However, I will be there in spirit and I know, that you know, who else will there for you today, tomorrow, and forever. Don’t forget to invite Him.

We are very proud of you! Have fun and dazzle!

Uncle Louis, Aunt Angie, and all the Barnetts

This is also your cousin Nesie.  Good Luck and claim the crown it is yours.

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