Local talent Alex Harris ignited the Tampa Bay Rays’ crowd with his rendition of the National Anthem at the Jackie Robinson Breaking Barriers game on Saturday.
The performance did not surprise those of us who know Harris’ incandescent singing. Only his kindness outshines his ability. And no one would blame Harris if he chose to leave Tampa Bay and pursue greater success in New York, Nashville, or L.A.
Harris, however, chooses to build his career while serving as the founder and executive director of the Arts Conservatory for Teens. His heart for sharing his gifts beats louder than his longing for stardom, yet I know his music — he has a new deal with Sony and a single, Make It Better, on iTunes, YouTube, and Spotify — deserves a larger audience.