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Music has been one of my primary creative languages. I started as a poet and later moved into producing and performing music that blends spoken word, hip-hop, R&B, and experimental sounds. My performances, workshops and circles encourge deep listening, feeling and playfulness.
I’m currently recording new acoustic and community-centered songs under Ashley Rae, while my existing multi-genre produced work is available as Ashtral Projects (see links below). My music is currently on all streaming platforms, but I’m transitioning to Bandcamp for new releases. Unlike other platforms, Bandcamp allows fans to support artists directly, giving creators a fair share for their work. Your support goes straight to the music and the people who make it, helping me keep creating and sharing songs that matter. Thank you for your support!
Residencies
Chez Serendip – Artist in Residence, Scotts Valley, CA (2025)
Selected as a resident artist; led eight community gatherings over two months, including song circles, freestyle and poetry workshops, and collaborative women’s health educational sessions. Developed and facilitated programs that blended music, creative expression, and community connection.
Main Stage & Festival Highlights
High Vibe Festival – Main Stage Performer (2024)
Won contest to perform on the main stage; music released under festival record label; awarded cash prize.
High in the Pines Highline Gathering – Festival Performer (2024)
Performed an hour-long original music set.
June Jam Music Festival – Festival Performer (2024)
Full-length sets blending spoken word, hip-hop, and electronic music.
Showcases & Featured Performances
Flagstaff Foundry Fundraiser – Featured Artist & Co-Producer (2024)
Co-led event with live painters, fire spinners, musicians, and vendors; performed as featured act.
Northern Arizona University, Prochnow Auditorium – Opening Act (2024)
Opened for the Baltimore Slam Team during a spoken word showcase.
Robot Apocalypse Variety Show – Collaborating Performer (2024)
Co-created and performed an original act for an audience of 450.
Taboo Women’s Showcase – Featured Performer (2024)
Original co-created act integrating cycle health and music in an all-women’s show.
Flagstaff Foundry Variety Show – Co-Host & Performer (2023–2025)
Musical act combining spoken word, live music, women's health education and freestyle for audiences of ~80.
Subu Sauce Showcase – Showcase Performer (2023)
Performed alongside painters, massage therapists, and vendors.
Competitions & Awards
ArtX & Museum of Northern Arizona – Poetry Contest Winner (2024)
Winning poem performed and displayed in museum exhibition.
High Vibe Music Festival – Song Contest Winner (2023)
Main stage performance slot, cash prize, and record label release.
Workshops & Facilitation
Freestyle Vocal Workshops – Various Festivals & events (2024–present)
Designed and led group workshops introducing freestyle through hip-hop, lo-fi, R&B and multi-genre beats. Sessions focus on improvisation, confidence-building, and co-creating in a supportive environment.
Song Circle Facilitator – Community Gatherings (2025–present)
Facilitated participatory singing and improvisation circles, including original songs and songs from the broader community song world. Sessions include vocal warm-ups, layered harmonies, and guided improvisation to foster creativity and collaboration.
Poetry & Collaborative Writing Circles- Community Gatherings (2025–present)
Guided participants in co-creating poetry and spoken word, providing tools to unlock voice and express ideas collectively.
Training & Credentials
Currently in Training as a Community Song Leader (TBA)
Deepening skills in guiding voices, group improvisation, and participatory music.
Certified Cycle Health Educator (FEMM, 2025)
Bringing body-awareness and safe, supportive practices to all relevent workshops and circles.
Trained in Trauma-Informed Care (School of Public Health: Bloomington, 2025)
Creating inclusive spaces for creative expression.
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