PopCulturez. Com: Your parents were certainly supportive of your singing and dancing, but what would you say to those who worry about‘ pushy’ parents? How did your parents seek to support you, rather than forcing you to perform( as some parents do!)? My parents knew what was best for me, just as every parent does for their child. They knew my strengths and weaknesses even as a child. They supported my strengths and kept me going, even though sometimes I didn’ t want to practice or go to rehearsals! I am thankful I had the strength of my parents throughout my childhood. I never once thought they were“ pushy.” I loved what I did! Practicing and rehearsals became rewarding, and that kept me focused.
PopCulturez. Com: Of course, where you were given a great start, you went on to study music at Virginia Commonwealth University, what do you think that has given to both your sound, and your love of music? Studying voice at VCU has definitely made me a stronger musician, and actually more rounded. I came to appreciate it so much more because I knew what was going on through music I was listening to. I loved studying classical music. It was very difficult, but the knowledge I gained was incredible. I can use all that I learned in classical training towards any type of music! PopCulturez. Com: As for your music, how would you describe it to those yet to hear you? Which other artists do you find inpsirational? I have a very soulful, real sound. I find artists like Natalie Grant, Mandisa, Beyonce, Alicia Keys, and Kelly Clarkson are very inspirational singers to listen to. They each have soulful sounds, which I have in my voice as well. PopCulturez. Com: As far as being a Christian artist, how do you find that? Some people might be put off by the tag, how would you convince them to give your music a chance? In general, being a Christian in today’ s society is very hard, and actually saying that you are Christian with anything, people cast judgment so quickly. I am an inspirational singer helping to guide people through things in life that God can only handle.
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