I'm a vocalist, ukulele artist and joyologist who loves to talk about music, personal development, and storytelling. Subscribe to get updates on upcoming events, performances, and tips about becoming your most charismatic self direct to your inbox!
How Far We've Come
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Sometimes when we're struggling to get to a new level of our talent, career, mindset, etc., it's easy to forget just how far we've already come.
I recently digitized some old cassette tapes from my childhood and found this gem of a clip. It's my shy, quiet, pre-teen self trying VERY HARD to sing my favorite Christmas song, "All I Want for Christmas Is You." Click the picture of the cassette player below to hear the THEN vs. NOW comparison of just how far my ability to use/control my voice has come.
I hope this video inspires you to think about something YOU have worked on for a long time and helps you remember how far you have come, too!
With gratitude,
Ashley
IN MUSIC NEWS...
Louisiana friends! Y’all have been asking where you can hear me sing…
THIS SUNDAY I’ll be performing from 5:30pm to 8:30pm for the Jazz Listening Room Northshore at the beautiful Southern Hotel in Covington, LA! I’ll be backed by John Autin (piano) and KASS (bass), plus my ukulele for a few special songs.
Come on out for an evening of music and fun, and help celebrate my birthday a week early!
Tickets are $20/person. Visit the Jazz Listening Room Northshore Facebook page for pre-payment details or pay cash at the door.
I'd love to see you at my upcoming public performances!
- Aug 21 - Ashley Orlando at the Jazz Listening Room Northshore - 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Southern Hotel, Covington, LA. Tickets $20
- Oct 5 - Ashley Orlando and the Dr. Ben Redwine Trio concert at Marigny Opera House, New Orleans, LA - Time: 8pm to 10pm. Free (with suggested donation for the artists) - This will be a fun show of traditional jazz and jazz standards. Come on out and enjoy the music!
- Nov 9 - Solo vocal/ukulele performance at Twin Steeples Creative Arts Center, Ponchatoula LA - Time: 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Free - I'll be playing for an art opening at the center. Come on out and enjoy the live music and artist talk!
- Dec 14 - Opening for Joe Burlison's Uptown Jazz Band CHRISTMAS SHOW! - Dosey Doe Big Barn, The Woodlands, TX - Time TBA
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I'm a vocalist, ukulele artist and joyologist who loves to talk about music, personal development, and storytelling. Subscribe to get updates on upcoming events, performances, and tips about becoming your most charismatic self direct to your inbox!
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