I wished for a flower, you grew me a garden...
Music was the first love of my life. I became interested in singing when I was 8 years old. I vividly remember the first song I was assigned to learn when I enrolled in private voice lessons—an Italian aria, 'Caro Mio Ben'. Most singers encounter it at some point as a rite of passage. Initially, I wasn’t happy about it, as I was more interested in learning showtunes from Wicked or Les Miserables. Little did I know, this seemingly simple aria marked the beginning of a lifelong journey into classical music.
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I continued my dedicated classical studies through junior high and high school, performing and competing locally and regionally on a weekly basis. I had the privilege of performing as a soloist with multiple symphonies and studying under high-level teachers and programs. When the time came to apply for college, the decision to pursue a degree in classical vocal performance at San Diego State University was abundantly clear.
After college, I decided to step away from music performance because I felt disconnected from the product I was sharing, something deeply personal to me.
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During my time away from performing, my love for music deepened, but in a completely different form—electronic music. Nothing has captivated me like the punchy 4-on-the-floor kick, syncopated basslines, and lush synths. For nearly a decade, I immersed myself in electronic music, traveling globally to experience my favorite artists in unique venues. In 2020, during lockdown, I delved into sound design but, like many, felt overwhelmed without proper guidance or support and moved on to my next project.
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In early 2023, after traveling through Asia with my beloved boyfriend, I mentioned my interest in creating music. As a fellow musician, his enthusiastic response led to the creation of a music studio that took over our largest room. One of my favorite songs I’ve written since then starts with the line, “I wished for a flower, you grew me a garden,” a direct homage to his support.
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In March 2024, I released my first album—a tech-house/pop crossover that is 100% authentically me. I created the entire project from start to finish by myself, and I can honestly say I’ve never been prouder of anything I’ve created in my life. I’m grateful to finally express myself musically in a way that feels true to who I am.
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