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Who’s Your Diva? Jocelyn Miles

Published 8:01 am Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Realtor Jocelyn Miles is one of ten divas participating in Juneau Lyric Opera's "Who's Your Diva," upcoming Sept. 24 at the JACC.
Realtor Jocelyn Miles is one of ten divas participating in Juneau Lyric Opera's "Who's Your Diva," upcoming Sept. 24 at the JACC.

JLO: What was your first memorable public performance?

JM: My first memorable performance was in elementary school talent show. I sang Stacy Lattisaw, “Let Me Be Your Angel.” I knew then I wanted to be a singer.

 

JLO: Who are three singers who have influenced you throughout your singing career?

JM: Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and Patti Labelle.

 

JLO: Who are some local performers who inspire you?

JM: I’m inspired whenever I hear Sherry Patterson or Salissa Thole sing. Their voices are at different ends of the spectrum and inspire me to stretch my range and try different things.

 

JLO: What are three songs you absolutely love to sing?

JM: Just three songs? That is really not fair! “Alabaster Box” is a gospel song that centers my soul and gives me comfort on bad days. Anything by Whitney Houston can send me into a tailspin of songs. Lastly, “Part of Your World” from the Little Mermaid is a song I sing to my son when we are being playful.

 

JLO: What is your favorite local role or performance?

JM: I really enjoyed participating in “Who’s Your Diva” last year and my most recent performance at the Juneau Dance Theater’s spring show. I was very honored that I was given the chance to participate.

 

JLO: What’s your favorite place to sing (besides the stage)?

JM: I love to go hiking and sing in the woods. I love to just go full blown without worrying about who is around. I can make mistakes, try new techniques and most importantly keep the bears away.

 

JLO: What’s a famous movie or theatre role you would love the chance to play?

JM: I always wished I had acting abilities so that I could sing in the “Little Shop of Horrors.” Any role would be fine.

 

JLO: What are some of your other interests besides singing?

JM: I relocated here from the east coast and my family is from New York. When I told them I was moving to Alaska, they thought I was crazy. So as crazy as it may sound, I would love to live off-grid and start a hobby farm. I’ve raised chickens before and want to get back to that and maybe add a goat. I would love to learn how to make cheese and soaps.

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