A talented Branson entertainer was afforded a unique opportunity recently.
Vocalist Nadia (Cole) Yates was selected to perform the National Anthem at a Kansas City Chiefs game last week. Yates, known as one-third of the vocal group Voices of Glory, sang at the opening of Chiefs versus Chicago Bears pre-season game.
"I'm still speechless that it happened," said Yates in a Facebook post. "A bunch of sweet friends came to support me and my heart was full. It was even more special that my husband Grayson Yates was cheering me on one side line!"
Yates thanked her family and friends for their support, and added. "Thank you to Jana King Evans for making sure that everything vocally I was doing was correct. Thank you to Misty Reynolds for always showing up to big and small events and making sure my hair, outfit and makeup is correct."
Several area entertainers, friends and fans shared their thoughts on Yates' performance.
Said Velva Cort of The Wild Bunch, "The Star Spangled Banner has never sounded so heartfelt. I'm still wiping tears."
"Nadia Yates killed it," said Mandy Straub Stauffer. “She crushed it! And, we all knew she would! Such a proud moment for all of us who know and love her. Cheering you on, Nadia!"
Mike Brown noted, "I told ya it would be on the same level as Whitney. Nadia Yates, we are all so proud of you! Watching you chase your dream is awesome! Congratulations and never stop reaching for the stars!"
Jana King Evans added, "To say I'm beaming with pride is an understatement."
Dave Hamner, headline entertainer noted, "Man, Nadia, so proud of you as all of Branson is! Home run with our Star Spangled banner. God bless you!"
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