Bio
Vocalist, Musician, Actress, Writer, and Producer, Ashley's distinguished career has brought her to prestigious venues such as Lincoln Center, Madison Square Garden, Broadway, international stages, and the White House.
Ashley is part of a unique Mother Daughter Duo with her mom Denise, and their mission is to inspire and make a difference. Ashley's son Todd adds a special element to their musical performances, as well.
Ashley's music reflects her unique influences. Her performances and compositions have been featured in various renowned concert series, music clubs, events, and on national radio programs.
Ashley's distinguished career has twice brought her to the White House. She has traveled nationally and internationally, performing with her jazz trio, as well as on Broadway, national tours, movies, videos, commercials, radio, and television. She has performed as featured vocalist at numerous venues such as Lincoln Center and the renowned Jazz Room Concert Series and Jazz Set (aired on NPR).
A singer and actress since a young age, Ashleys extensive theater credits include Marta in The Sound of Music with Marie Osmond; Molly in Annie National Tour; Molly in Annie Warbucks on Broadway; Virginia in Yes, Virginia at the NYC York Theater; Young Estella in Great Expectations in NYC; Young Cathy in Wuthering Heights in NYC. Her starring role of Weezie in the PBS series Weezies Wild Adventures won the highly acclaimed Dove award. She is one of the original Broadway Kids and recorded and performed with the kids for more than six years. You may also have seen Ashley on the annual CBS Christmas Special with Kathie Lee Gifford, Kenny Rogers, and Michael W. Smith. Television appearances include: Good Morning America, NBC Today, CBS This Morning, and Entertainment Tonight.
Other performances include Broadway on Broadway; NBA All- Star Game; Lincoln Center (twice); Rockefeller Center; Gypsy of the Year; Nothin Like A Dame; Stars in the Alley; and numerous National Anthem performances. Ashley can be heard on the cast album Annie Warbucks, as well as other musical recordings, including a duet with Elizabeth Von Trapp on a childrens recording entitled Enchanted Dollhouse. Ashley can be seen and heard on various films including Stepmom, Fallen, The Ride, Finding Forrester, and a biographical series by Phoenix Films.
A graduate of the Jazz Studies program at William Paterson University, Ashley has performed as featured vocalist at various venues such as the renowned Jazz Room Concert Series. During her time in the program, she studied extensively with Mulgrew Miller, Nancy Marano, and James Williams, as well as Jim McNeely, Richard DeRosa, Janet Reeves, Horacee Arnold, Gene Bertoncini, Bill Mobley, and Don Braden.
In addition to her solo singing career, Ashley has obtained a Masters Degree in Business Administration and Music Management. Ashley and her mom Denise and son Todd tour nationally with television and live performances as well as public speaking engagements.