Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, Ashley has been singing for as long as he can remember. He studied voice at Chapman University with Dr. Peter Atherton and since then he has been performing around the world.

Ashley has become a sought-after vocalist for new works and experimental projects working closely with composers from across the country including, Anthony Davis, Jessie Montgomery, Lewis Pesacov, Rand Steiger, Christopher Cerrone, Anne LeBaron and more.

Often noted for his “soaring tenor” and warm stage presence, Ashley's recent engagements include: The Role of Emperor Altoum in Turandot with Los Angeles Opera, The role of Remus in the premiere of the all new, reimagined Treemonisha with Volcano (Toronto),  The role of Amadou in the west coast premiere of Omar with Los Angeles Opera, The role of Korey Wise in The Central Park Five with Long Beach Opera, The role of Simón in The Three Women of Jerusalem with Los Angeles Opera, The role of The Crab Man in Porgy & Bess with Seattle Opera, EUROPERAS with The Los Angeles Philharmonic and The Industry and many more. Ashley has also had the honor of singing The Star Spangled Banner to sold-out audiences at both Dodger Stadium and The Crypto.com Arena

Upcoming work includes: Remus in the US premiere of Treemonisha, concerts with Los Angeles Opera and more. Faatoalia is featured on multiple professional recordings including: Dicks! The Musical Soundtrack, Invisible Cities - Original Cast Recording, The Edge of Forever - Original Cast Recording, Porgy & Bess - San Francisco Opera.