This years contestants

Contestants: Text

Ashlyn Alexander

Ashlyn is a singer from Greenville, TX. She discovered vocal talent at 6 and started performing at 8. She then began playing various instruments and pursued vocal lessons.

Crystal Bateman

From singing in the church choir and
performing solos in my college days, to
singing during my adult life gives me an indescribable overwhelming positive feeling and I am so lucky to have music in my life.

Annabelle Brown

Annabelle has been singing since she was two years old. Most of her singing background is rooted in theater. She has been involved in choir, worship and written over 80 original songs.

Denise Camarillo

A City born girl, now from Lone Oak, loving the country life and the people of Hunt County. I hope to connect with those who share my love for music.

Carissa Carter

Immersed in country music since age 7, I have grown up surrounded by southern gospel and bluegrass. At age 15 she began writing songs.

Aliea Chastity

Aliea was born and raised in Hunt County and mother to two beautiful daughters! She owns Empire Ink here in Greenville and a Bingo Caller. She is engaged to the love of her life!

Lorna Davis

Enjoy singing since a kid with inspiration from Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee and Doris Day, Lorna was in Choir and A Capela Choir during high school. Now a sophomore in college as a Music Education Major.

Katherine Davis

Katherine has been onstage several times, her most loved was being a part of Miracle on 34th Street. She thanks her family and friends for pushing her and encouraging her to use the gift God gave her.

Jayla Demidio

Since voice lessons in middle school, I truly had a love for performing. I sang through high school at school events & church. I love to be on stage, sing what my heart feels & show my personality.

Gage Green

Gage has been in love with music since a little kid. In choir since middle school, a member of the All-Region Choir for Texas Middle and High Schools. He plans on continuing a music career after graduation.

Hannah Hardie

Singing since age 3, I’ve sung in talent shows, cabarets, theme parks and various shows. I sing bilingually in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and Portuguese. I was vocally trained in Opera and classical at age 15.

Makayla James

I have been singing ever since I was little. I was in choir in high school, and participated in the Grease the Musical production for my high school.

Sarah Koster

I've grown up in a very musical family. Took piano for seven years and played guitar for 3. Singing is something I really enjoy, and only recently started to take it seriously.

Bekah Leigh

I've been singing since the age of 3 in church and school. As a teen I was a regular at the Wylie Opry. I have shared my passion with my talented children. With no formal training, I write songs to perform with my husband.

Naomi McClain

Naomi has performed in many musicals, sung in the school choir and All- Region Choir. She writes covers of songs as well as some of her own music. She aspires to be a voice teacher.

Matthew Middleton

Matthew is a Christian and a veteran. He has a passion for singing and performing. He has been singing and performing since he was a child and has been on “The X Factor”.

Rhonda Neal

Hi I am Rhonda Neal, I am 63 years old and have been singing all of my life. I’ve always sang in church and for the last 20 years I've been singing on the Texas Opry circuit. My favorite genre is Country, but I can sing other.

Reese Partridge

I used to sing in the youth group praise team in high school, and now I sing in the praise team for the Baptist Student Ministry at Texas A&M University-Commerce.

James Pence

James (Jim) Pence has been singing since he was a little boy. Jim is leading worship at Fellowship Bible Church. He lives in Greenville, Texas with Laurel, his wife of 42 years.

Lillian Pettibon

Singing has always been an enjoyment to Lillian. She has sang for her church and family. Her dream is to someday add my arrangements on Spotify and pursue music at another level.

Alicia Pfeifer

A current Music Minor who sings at the TAMUC Chorale, Alicia aspires to be a singer/songwriter. She got her start singing in church and later with the Sachse Highs School's Varsity A Cappella and Pop/Madrigal Group.

Jaymi Roberts

An early start singing in front of people on Easter Sunday has brought Jaymi a long way. She has lead the band for Purpose Project. Jaymi is currently working in the Labor and Delivery ward at the hospital.

Jahdai Sanchez

I have been singing since I was a little girl and all my life, I've been told that I have been called to do great things through the Lord. I'm taking this opportunity to put myself on stage and get myself out there. I hope that one day I am able to touch many hearts with my singing.

De Skidmore

De has 2 boys and enjoys cowboy work and all kinds of music. He hopes Hunt County will appreciate the gift of voice God has given him. His winnings will go to his boys and then for equipment to help the Lord's light shine on stage for years to come.

Fallon Thomas

Sachse High School gave me 4 years in A Cappella Choir and their pop group Mane Attraction. After graduation in 2006, I auditioned for American Idol advancing to the second round. I have occasionally been at the Wylie Opry since then. I'm really excited for this opportunity!

Judges

Joel Weaver

Joel grew up with many musical influences. Entertaining the neighborhood strumming a stick and singing at 3. Started playing mandolin in a bluegrass band in high school then working with agent Ray Bingham playing dances, rodeos, fairs, and concerts nationally. He has opened for Reba McIntire, George Strait, Freddy Fender and more. He spent 11 years with Opryland and currently performs with Brad Davis in The Heroes and Joel Weaver Trio.

Sydnee Lynn Hawkins

A Sulphur Springs graduate of 2017 and a Paris Junior College graduate with an Associates in Music and Drama. She has been singing, acting, and dancing for 15 years. She has been involved in local theater productions and competitions including American Idol and The Voice several times and has moved forward each time. She performs the National Anthem for several college and professional sporting events.

"Some days there won't be a song in your heart. Sing anyway." - Emory Austin

Kyle Carlson

Kyle is new to the Greenville community, having become a Teaching Pastor at Crosspoint Fellowship in May 2022. Kyle sang with his family quartet in local churches in central Texas and began leading music at the age of 15. He has taught himself how to play piano, guitar and a handful of other instruments. He was a full time worship pastor for 12 years in the Houston area, then planted and lead a church in Baltimore for 7 years. Though not a career musician, he is a lifelong learner, lover and performer of music. He’s excited to support the new talent of singers in Hunt County!

We wish to thank those behind the scenes who have so generously volunteered their time to make this such a success:

Producer: Jay Johnson

Administrative Personnel: Lori Ulmer and LaNell Brown

Our Many Committee Personnel

Our Judges

Back Stage Hands

Ushers

Photographer: Andrea Foote

Sound Engineer: Mike Rowland

Lighting Technician: Patrick Rovell

Camera: Derek Price

Greenville Municipal Auditorium and the City of Greenville