Antonia Valdez Songstress

Growing up, my mom, sister, and I sang three-part harmony together. Music and dance were an integral part of our home life. To me, it was just what we did; I thought everyone performed on stage.

Later, I pursued a career as an expressive art therapist, channeling my love for music and dance to help others. After a traumatic brain injury, I knew intuitively that music could heal me. I studied piano, played guitar, composed songs, listened to music, and danced, reconnecting neural pathways. Thus, I was able to reconnect with myself through art. I made vast improvements. For me, music is a spiritual experience, connecting psyche and soma.

I love creating music, a connection described as the creative flow state. While I enjoy performing in various genres, jazz holds a special place in my heart. I’ve had the privilege of performing all over the world, in theme parks, caves, casinos, hospitals, and aboard ships. Wherever I am, music always brings me home.