CHARLESTON, Tenn. – East Tennessee musical prodigy EmiSunshine will perform her own blend of Appalachian sounds at the fourth annual International Cowpea Festival and Cook-off at Charleston Park on Saturday.
Musical prodigy EmiSunshine will headline the fourth annual International Cowpea Festival and Cook-off in Charleston, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 12.Learn more
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McAllie Givens, a Lee University history major, greets visitors and assists with administrative duties and projects as part of her internship with the Hiwassee River Hertiage Center in Charleston, Tenn. This week Givens will help with preparations for the fourth annual Cowpea Festival, which contributes funding for the center’s operations, said Darlene Goins, heritage center volunteer coordinator.“Emi is a great fit for the ‘down-home’ character of the festival,” said Melissa Woody, festival co-chairwoman and vice president for Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce tourism development, in a released statement. “Her unique vocal abilities and commanding stage presence will surely amaze our audience.”
The 11-year-old native of Madisonville, Tenn. – described as “fearless, confident and firm in her musical direction” in her online biography – has performed on the Grand Old Opry, Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium and “The Today Show.” She has been described as a vocal stylist with an impressive range.
EmiSunshine takes the stage for a free concert at 6:30 p.m. but will be preceded by other regional artists, including Rockin’ Rangers from Red Clay, The Holloway Sisters and Cash Only, according to a festival announcement.