Hometown: I consider my home to be in Charlestown, Indiana. The webpage for my hometown is www.cityofcharlestown.com.
High School:I attended Charlestown High School in Charlestown, Indiana.
Hobbies:My favorite things to do include singing, songwriting, playing the guitar, and piano. I love to bake, crochet, fish, and hunt. I also use my free time to exercise, spend time with the people I love, and to try new things. I am a very adventurous person that loves to learn and participate in new experiences.
Family:I come from a family of four people: My mom, Leila, my dad, Ken, my sister, Holly, and of course, me:) We have two dogs named Pal and Daisey.
College Major: I am majoring in Music Business at IUS, where I will learn the business side of the music industry. With this degree, I can become a producer, an agent, a music lawyer, an A&R, a publisher, or even simply a voice teacher. This degree will help me in my pursuit of a country music career. You can learn more about the Music Business Degree offered at IUs by going to http://www.ius.edu/music/degrees.cfm#industry.
I have been to Florida, Texas, Tennessee, Georgia, South Carolina, Washington D.C., Ohio, Illinois, and Kentucky. In Indiana, I have visited many places, such as, Indianapolis, Versailles, Bloomington, Columbus, and more.
I have been singing since I was a little girl, but performing since I was 13 years old. I began songwriting at the age of 17 and am currently cowriting in Nashville, Tennesssee with Sandy Ramos, writer of the song "Let-er'-Rip," made popular by the Dixie Chicks. I sing all around the Kentuckiana Area, as well as in Nashville, Tennessee.
I was in Clark County 4-h for 9 years and President of the Tunnel Mill tigers 4-H club. I particapated in arts and crafts, needlecraft, and foods. In 2007 I reigned as the Miss Clark County 4-H Fair Queen.
Last updated: 20 April 2009
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