As a disabled artist, she uses her platform to challenge outdated perceptions of ability in the arts and advocate for meaningful change in how disabled musicians are supported and represented.

Her advocacy work began through her deep commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), ensuring that musicians from all backgrounds have the resources and opportunities to succeed. While working at Louisiana State University as the music recruiter, she founded the Diversity & Inclusion Student Organization, giving students a platform to discuss and take action on DEI issues within the School of Music. Serving as the Faculty Advisor in its inaugural year, she helped establish a lasting foundation for student-led advocacy. To further her work in inclusive leadership, she earned the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate and the Inclusive and Ethical Leadership Certificate from the University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business. She is also a certified Safe Space Member through LSU’s LGBTQ+ Project, affirming her commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ and gender-expansive individuals in the arts.

As a disabled musician, Alexia has made it her mission to amplify the voices of fellow disabled artists and push for greater accessibility in the music industry. Her lived experiences have driven her to speak on disability inclusion in music education and performance, most notably as a panelist for Syracuse University’s Disability Pride Week, where she shared the challenges and triumphs of being a musician with a disability in the workplace. She is also a member of Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities (RAMPD), where she collaborates on initiatives to increase visibility and accessibility for disabled musicians, advocating for systemic change in the music industry.

Her passion for mentorship has been instrumental in supporting young musicians as they navigate the industry. Before becoming the Director of the Mentorship Program for the North American Saxophone Alliance (NASA) Committee on Gender Equity, Alexia served as a mentor in the program, providing guidance and encouragement to emerging artists. One of her proudest achievements in this role was helping her mentee, Rebecca Wirth, develop and publish "Tuning Your Resilience: A Musician’s Disability Guide", a resource designed to empower musicians with disabilities by providing tools and strategies for success. (Read the article here).

In addition to her advocacy, Alexia is an accomplished music educator and performer. She has performed at the NASA Region 6 Conference, with the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra, and in LSU’s Die Dreigroschenoper Opera. She has premiered and recorded multiple works, including Stephen Browne’s "In A Cloud, Aimless", and compositions by Jase Nugent and Luciano Correa. She has also collaborated as part of Duo Vim, where she performed a Guest Artist Recital at the University of North Florida and led masterclasses for students.

As an accomplished educator whose students have consistently earned top honors in All-State and District Bands across Florida, Louisiana, and Texas, Alexia has given masterclasses and clinics at institutions including Hastings College, Portland State University, and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She remains deeply committed to fostering inclusive learning environments that empower students of all abilities. Currently, she teaches elementary music in Houston, Texas, where she continues to create engaging and accessible musical experiences for young students.

Beyond the classroom, Alexia serves as the Marketing Team Captain for New Works Project, where she plays an integral role in promoting and supporting the creation of contemporary music. She is also a D’Addario Performing Artist and a Key Leaves Performing Artist, continually working to break barriers in the music industry through performance, mentorship, and advocacy. Whether on stage, in the classroom, or through her work in accessibility and inclusion, Alexia is committed to shaping a future where disabled musicians are not just included, but celebrated as essential voices in the arts.