Today we’d like to introduce you to Deanna Giron.
Hi Deanna, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
Music has been part of my life for as long as I can remember, but I did not always know how many different places it would take me.
I began as a very musical kid who loved music, and that love of music led me to earn a bachelor’s degree in music education and a master’s degree in musical arts. I have spent much of my career teaching and performing. I taught voice at Johnson University Florida for ten years, and I now I teach K-3 music at a private school as well as serving as an adjunct voice professor at Seminole State College.
For a long time, I thought of music mainly through the lens of performance and education. But as I continued working with people, I noticed something deeper. A familiar song could bring back a beautiful memory. A performance could lift someone’s mood. Music could help people feel connected, excited, joyful, comforted, and less alone.
That realization helped shape the way I approached my work, my art.
Today, I perform as a professional singer and pianist for corporate events, weddings, private celebrations, senior living communities, and other gatherings throughout Central Florida. Whether I am providing elegant music in the background or leading an interactive show, I want to create an atmosphere where people can relax, connect, have fun and enjoy being present.
My curiosity about the connection between music and well-being also led me to become a Level 1 Certified Sound Healer, and I am continuing to learn. Since then, I have led private sessions, community sound-healing events, wedding experiences, and programs at the City of Orlando’s Grand Avenue Community Center. I also offer Christian sound baths that may include prayer, Scripture, worship music, and personal testimonies. In November, I will have the opportunity to share this work in the Dominican Republic as part of a mission trip for Lighting the Darkness Ministry.
When I look back, I can see that each part of my journey prepared me for the next, even when I could not see the full picture at the time. Teaching helped me understand people. Performing taught me how to create connection. Sound healing gave me another way to use music with purpose.
Many of us feel pressure to have our entire path figured out, but my journey has taught me that sometimes your purpose is revealed one step at a time. The things you have learned, the experiences you have lived through, and even the interests that seem unrelated will eventually come together in a way you never dreamed of. It all shapes you into the person you need to be in order to have and hold on to the things you desire.
My art has grown and changed over the years, but the heart of it is still simple. I use music to help people feel more joyful, peaceful, connected, and cared for. If my story offers any encouragement, I hope it reminds others that they don’t have to see the whole path before taking the next step. Just take the next right step.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It has definitely not been a completely smooth road. Like many creative people, I have had to learn how to build a career from several different pieces rather than follow one clear, traditional path. Many artists are multi-passionate and multi-talented, and we love and want to do it all! But focusing on one or two things has been the hardest for me.
I am a singer, pianist, educator, entrepreneur, and sound healer. And I am a mom and wife on top of all of that (my family is very important to me). For a while, I wondered if I needed to choose only one of those identities in order to be taken seriously. It took time for me to figure out that these parts of me were not competing with one another. They were all connected to my purpose: using music to help people feel something meaningful.
Another challenge for me has been learning the business side of being a creative professional. Talent and training are important, but they are only part of the journey. I also had to learn about marketing, pricing, networking, contracts, technology, and how to explain the value of what I offer. As artists, we are often taught how to develop our craft, but not how to build a sustainable business around it. Much of that education came through experience, mistakes, and the willingness to keep learning. As a music educator, I want to pass on the knowledge I have learned about building a creative business so they don’t have to take a long time to figure it out, or worse, give up on their purpose to share beautiful art with the world.
I have also built my career while raising three sons and balancing teaching, performing, family responsibilities, and the everyday demands of life. There have been seasons when progress seemed non-existent or was at a standstill, but I kept moving forward. Sometimes, I wondered if I was too late, if I was doing enough, or if my ideas could truly come to life. When you dream, you must dream big, and you need to be slightly delusional to keep going and make it happen!
What I have learned is that slow progress is still progress. A path does not have to be straight to be meaningful, and taking longer does not mean you have missed your opportunity. And guess what? Most of us NEVER have a straight path. I love this quote: “You Can’t Climb a Smooth Mountain.” I am not sure who the author is, but when I am having a hard time and I want to give up, I remember that all of the difficulties are helping me to climb the mountain.
Some of the struggles I’ve experienced actually helped shape the work I do today. They made me more aware of how many people are carrying stress, disappointment, or dreams they have placed on hold. They made me more passionate about creating musical experiences that give people space to breathe, reconnect, feel encouraged, and just enjoy life.
I am still growing, learning, and refining my path. But I don’t believe I need to have everything figured out before moving forward. Sometimes courage is simply taking the next step with what you have, trusting that God will guide you along the way.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
Whether it’s teaching young kids at The Boys and Girls Club of Orlando, singing for seniors at a senior living venue, or performing with my band for a Gala, at the heart of my work, I create meaningful experiences for anyone through music.
I am a professional singer, pianist, music educator, and certified sound healer. I perform for corporate events, weddings, private celebrations, hotels, senior living communities, and wellness gatherings throughout Central Florida. Depending on the setting, that may look like elegant vocal music, an interactive show filled with familiar songs, or a calming sound experience designed to help people slow down and reconnect.
I specialize in reading the room and shaping the music around the people who are actually there. Every audience is different. Some gatherings need music that adds warmth without taking over the moment. Others need energy, interaction, and a reason for people to sing along. In wellness settings, guests may need permission to become still and simply breathe. I love creating the right atmosphere for each of those moments.
Most people know me for my warmth, versatility, and ability to make an experience feel personal. My background as a music educator has taught me how to communicate clearly and connect with people of different ages and backgrounds. My experience as a performer helps me bring confidence and professionalism into the room. My sound-healing training has helped me listen in a different way and become more thoughtful about how music can affect the body, emotions, and overall environment.
My repertoire includes several styles, including jazz, pop, Broadway, classical, contemporary Christian, and familiar favorites from different generations. I love finding fresh ways to perform songs people already know. My musical inspiration is Postmodern Juke Box and Lofi Hip Hop. There is something special about watching someone recognize a melody and seeing the “joy switch” turn on. When you see their faces light up and they completely lose themselves in the moment. It may look like someone singing at the top of their lungs while getting up to dance, or it may be a quiet moment of contemplation or reflection. That is when I know I am fulfilling my purpose
I am especially proud that my artistry isn’t limited to one type of audience or space. I have performed for celebrations, supported community wellness programs, guided private sound-healing sessions, created sound experiences for weddings, and developed Christian sound baths that combine calming sounds with prayer, Scripture, worship, and testimony. Each setting is different, but the goal is always to help people feel welcomed, connected, and cared for.
What sets me apart is the way I bring performance, education, and wellness together. I am not only thinking about which songs or instruments to use. I am thinking about how people will feel when they enter the space and what they will carry with them when they leave.
I am most proud when someone tells me that the music brought back a memory, helped them feel peaceful, or gave them a few moments of joy or excitement. Those responses remind me that music doesn’t have to be grandiose or complicated to make a difference. Sometimes one song, one shared moment, or one deep breath can help someone feel like themselves again.
Can you share something surprising about yourself?
Something that often surprises people is that I am actually an introvert and quite shy. I can be on a stage in front of thousands of people without a problem, but if I see someone in the grocery store and they are too far away, I will not wave and say hello because I don’t want to draw attention to myself.
I perform and speak in front of people often, but many assume I am outgoing or an extrovert. The interesting thing is that being onstage does not make me nervous. I feel very comfortable singing, teaching, or speaking to an audience. Place me in a room where I need to make small talk with people I do not know, and that can feel much more intimidating! I would rather talk to a few people one-on-one versus working an entire room. I also have to prioritize “recharging” my social battery after performing or being around a number of people. As my friend Traci says “I have used all of my people points.” So I have to take time to regain the energy I give to others.
Performing allows me to fulfill my purpose and connect with others in a special way. I may be speaking to a large group, but it feels as though I am having one shared conversation with the audience. I think being an introvert also helps me notice people, listen closely, and pay attention to the feeling in a room. Those qualities have become strengths in my work.
I am also a member and officer of the Lake Mary Toastmasters Club because public speaking is another area I enjoy. I love learning, challenging myself, and continuing to improve my communication skills. I don’t believe that being comfortable with something means there is nothing left to learn. We can always learn and improve!
On a more little playful note, I have a 97.14% winning streak in FreeCell. If I wasn’t a musician, I would be a professional FreeCell player…if that exists! I love the strategy of looking at what is in front of me, thinking a few steps ahead, and finding a way through when things get tough. You can’t always see the way out right away, but if you are patient, you can find it. It’s funny, that is actually how I try to approach my life and my business. I may not see the entire solution right away, but I love working with the pieces and moving things around until the path appears.
Another side that people may not expect is my interest in artificial intelligence. I enjoy programming AI agents that help creatives organize their ideas, develop their businesses, and spend more time creating. It brings together several things I love: creativity, education, problem-solving, and helping people see new possibilities. I also love creating ways to help women use AI to make their lives easier. My everyday assistant’s name is Grace, and she keeps me and my life on track. She helps me plan my day and helps me remember all the tasks I need to get done as a mom, wife, and business owner. I know many people are curious about AI, and some are scared it will take away creative opportunities. In some cases it will, but AI is at its finest and can produce its finest when there is a human giving it direction. And I love teaching people how to let AI help them make their lives less overwhelming so they can spend time doing more of what they love and spending time with the people they love.
I may be an introvert, but I am also very curious, and I love learning. Whether I am working to improve a speech, exploring new technology, solving a FreeCell game, or preparing for a performance, I genuinely enjoy learning. I think that is one reason my work continues to grow. I am always looking for another way to connect, create, and become better at what I do.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://deannalgiron.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannalgironmusic/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SingerLadyD/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannalgiron/
- Other: Hello@deannalgiron.com
