Photos by Juliette Carman

Bio

From My Heart to Yours

Hi, I'm Gia Levé. I’ve spent my life exploring different creative paths, and I want to share my journey with you to inspire you to follow your own. It wasn't until recently that I discovered my true calling: music. Growing up in New Zealand, but living in California for a few decades, I took my first singing lesson at Santa Barbara City College in 2018. It was a leap into the unknown, but I soon found myself captivated by the spotlight, transforming from a complete novice to a confident performer with a distinctive voice and style.

My musical journey has been incredibly diverse, exploring styles like pop-jazzy Latin-tinged grooves, lush ballads, and adult contemporary. Each song is an expression of my experiences and lessons learned, with lyrics that speak to themes of self-love, loss and acceptance.

I've been fortunate to collaborate with some amazing talents, including Grammy-winning producer Bruce Lowe, Paddy Byrnes, Jeff Franzel, Mo Pleasure, Paul Statham, Shelly Poole, and the Brothers Koren. Their guidance and expertise have been invaluable on my journey.

I reinvented myself through music later in life, proving that it's never too late to find your true passion. I hope my story inspires you to pursue your dreams and embrace your path, no matter where you are in life. Remember, self-discovery and personal growth are always possible. I hope that my music inspires you.

“I was inspired to recommend one of Gia’s songs to my vocal student as a mode of expression for healing.   Gia’s compositions are from the heart and bring resolution to inner struggles we all face.  There’s an authenticity to her work which she delivers with a soulful voice.”

— Karen Lytle, Vocal Coach, Santa Barbara, CA