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Maple Valley Idol Jr. Finals
Registration is not Required
Tickets will be available at the door only and will be $5 for individuals and $20 for families. People's Choice voting ballots will be $1 each, limit 1 per person.
MEET LAST YEAR'S WINNER...
GENI AMADOR’s family recognized her potential at an early age and actively encouraged her to express herself musically. She sang constantly around the house. Her stepfather, also a musician, gave her a guitar which hung on the wall untouched for several years before she finally took it down and (somewhat reluctantly) taught herself to play. Something finally clicked. As it was with figure skating (she was a national champion in 2019 bringing 3 gold medals home for 3 different categories), bicycle riding and most activities she decided to pursue, Geni excelled immediately. A native Washingtonian, you'll now rarely find her without an instrument in her hands. She's also a straight A student, a devoted sister, and a full-time comedienne around the house.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS YEAR'S FINALISTS!
Rose Caldwell is super excited to be part of this year’s Maple Valley Idol, Jr. She is currently taking lessons at Voice in the Valley with her instructor, Ms. Rosie! She has been with Voice in the Valley for 5 years and worked with Mrs. Jessi, Ms. Jordan, Ms Elin, and, of course, Ms. Rosie. She has also acted in several Missoula Children’s Theatre plays,“The Secret Garden” and “The Tortoise and the Hare”. At a Village Theatre workshop,“Musical Villains", she learned to sing and choreograph “Chillin’ Like a Villain” from “Disney’s Descendants 2”. Rose wishes you to sit back and enjoy the show!
Cara Castleman is thrilled to be performing for her first time in the Maple Valley Idol Jr. competition. Cara performs in a singing and dancing group with her church and started taking lessons with Voice in the Valley last fall. When Cara is not singing or dancing, you might find her reading her favorite book series, “Wings of Fire” or playing with stuffed animals or her dog, Koa. Cara is grateful to Maddi Fickel, her first voice teacher, and Kaitie Wade, her current teacher.
Sam (Samantha) Gehrke is a 14 year old 8th grader at Summit Trail Middle School. Sam has a passion for sharing her love of music and performing arts with others. She has had the opportunity to perform in productions at school and church. She is also a part of her church’s worship teams for both youth and children’s ministry. Sam enjoys screenwriting, composing and growing her skills on ukulele, guitar, bass and piano. She also enjoys spending time hiking and camping and having fun with friends, family and her dog Lola. Sam is thankful for her parents who have loved and supported her throughout her journey. Please enjoy her song!
14 year old Avah Girges is very excited to be in the Maple Valley Idol, Jr. 2022 for the first time. She has taken classical singing lessons and has participated in the Traditions of Christmas musical in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho where she was cast for multiple parts. She also enjoys playing the cello in the Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra and playing competitive piano, recently winning first place in MTNA Nationals Senior Duet piano competition with her older sister. She loves reading fiction books and staying active. She has been homeschooled by her mom her entire life, and would love to thank her parents for their support through her musical aspirations. She hopes that you enjoy Saturday’s performances!
Hannah Girges is thrilled to be performing in the Maple Valley Idol Junior for the first time. She has previously had little voice training, but has been cast in several roles in the musical Traditions of Christmas, and hopes to further her musical career in the future. In addition to singing, Hannah enjoys playing the viola as Principal Violist in the Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra. She also enjoys creative writing, art of all kinds and listening to many genres of music. She thanks her parents for their support and her four siblings for their motivation. Enjoy the show!
Selah Girges has enjoyed musical arts her entire life and is excited to be part of the Maple Valley Idol, Jr. for the first time. She has enjoyed classical singing lessons, ballet and musical theater. She enjoyed several roles in Traditions of Christmas. She plays violin as Principle Second in the Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra and participates in American Heritage Girls, reading and rollerblading. Thank you to her mom and dad for supporting her in her musical journey. She hopes everyone does well and has fun tonight!
Samu Kurse, a fifth grader at Cedar River Elementary, is excited about her first appearance in the Maple Valley Idol Jr, Samu also enjoys acting, and is part of the play “Little Red Robin Hood”. She has also been taking piano and guitar with Mr Alvin Tai for the past 3 years, and hopes to become a musician. She loves spending time outdoors, hiking with friends and family or burying herself in a pile of books! Samu is always grateful to her parents and music teacher’s support, as they continue to guide her, and help her persevere through her dreams.
Lucy Organ,13 years old, is extremely excited to be in the finale of Maple Valley Idol, Jr for the third year in a row! Lucy has been in several Missoula Children’s Theater productions including Treasure Island, King Arthur’s Quest, and The Tortoise in the Hare. Through school choir she has had the opportunity to sing at sporting events and local choir concerts. Lucy really enjoys her voice lessons with Dr. Jan Nelson, with whom she has taken lessons for over four years. Lucy loves playing games with her family and friends, drawing, crafts, and is getting ready to start guitar lessons. Lucy appreciates her family and friends for their love, support, encouragement and for always cheering for her!!
Asaleigh (Ace) Tila is excited to be back at Maple Valley Idol Junior! Asaleigh is 12 years old and loves to perform. She was recently in Kentridge High School's musical production of Beauty and the Beast! Music is her passion and she plays piano, violin, uke and guitar. When she isn't busy singing her heart out, she can be found as a Small Forward on the basketball court. Asaleigh would like to personally thank her instructors, Lucia Flores-Wiseman and Caroline Browning for encouraging and helping with every step along the way! A huge thank you to Mom, Dad and all of her grandparents for investing in her dreams and being her biggest fans.
Aryanna (Rya) Tila is excited to be part of Maple Valley Idol Junior again! Aryanna is 8 years old and in third grade. She was recently "Chip" in Kentridge High School's musical production of Beauty and the Beast. She loves to sing, dance, play piano and drums. Aryanna is also a point guard for her 9u basketball team. She would personally like to thank all of her family and friends for supporting her musical talents.
Ruhi Wayal is very excited to be here at the Maple Valley Idol, Jr. finals! In addition to singing, Ruhi is an avid reader and takes interest in dancing and learning science. She is a fifth grader at Cedar River Elementary. Ruhi would like to thank her parents and her younger brother Sharman for supporting her and the incredible organizers of Maple Valley Idol, Jr. for giving her this opportunity.
Harper Wittman is thrilled to be participating in Maple Valley Idol Jr. Harper has been taking singing lessons through Voice in the Valley since she was 6-years old. Last summer, Harper enjoyed Musical Theatre Disney Kids Camp through Voice in the Valley. In addition to singing, Harper loves soccer, writing, and hanging with her friends. Harper would like to thank her family and friends for their continuous support and encouragement!
For any of you that have seen Chrissy Alexander perform, know without a hitch, that she loves what she does. After years of hard work and learning a few tricks of the trade, Chrissy knows exactly where she is meant to be, on stage. If it’s playing local clubs and honky-tonks or writing new material, her passion to strive through the sound of today’s “Country” has a huge influence in her songwriting. During her session with Jerry “Jigger” Bridges of Waymore’s Outlaws, she sat down with Jigger with nothing but a guitar and hammered out nothing but pure country. Her musical influences are Chris LeDoux, Waylon Jennings, Jessi Colter, Clint Black, Loretta Lynn, Johnny Cash, Willie, Patsy Cline, Travis Tritt, Dolly Parton, George Strait and all the great ones that have come and gone.
Brian Haifley is a classically trained performer who is almost always singing, to the intense vexation of his wife and neighbors. A western Washington native, Brian inherited a love of music from his mother and father (both talented opera singers) and spent his early life performing in church choirs. Eventually going on to sing in a touring ensemble and choir during his time at Trinity Lutheran College. Since then, Brian has performed at weddings and other local events, sharing his passion and blowing the doors off of local karaoke watering holes. Brian recently moved to the San Juan Islands with his wife and daughter.
Mezzo Soprano, Rachel Olson is excited to be part of the M Idol Jr. Program! She sang wit the Chicago Symphony Chorus for the past 13 years at Chicago’s Symphony Hall, Ravinia Festival, and NYC’s Carnegie Hall. With the CSO Chorus Rachel won two grammy’s for best choral performance and best classical album. She has also sung leading roles with Milwaukee Opera, Lake Geneva’s Music by the Lake, Brevard Music Festival, Ta- coma Opera, Chicago’s Opera Moda, Aspen Music Festival, Seattle Light Opera, and Seattle G&S Society. She’s also performed solo engagements with the Port Angeles Symphony, Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra and Oderzo, Italy’s Music School. Rachel holds a Bachelor’s degree in vocal performance from The Boston Conservatory of Music and a Masters degree from Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. An avid performer herself, and with over 16 years as a vocal instructor, Rachel is looking forward to working with the talented singers in the 2022 Idol Jr. Program! http://www.rachelolsonstudio.com