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Lillian Palmer

Music was the heart of our home. I remember singing and dancing around the living room listening to my father’s record collection, which contained a variety of big band swing, The Four Freshmen, June Christy, Sinatra plus other vocalists and movie soundtracks. Singing in the shower was a guaranteed concert. The acoustics were great. Mom, after forty-five minutes, and inspired by the water bill would turn off the hot water to inspire me to come out. It’s where I developed my high notes!

Singing and a love for music came naturally. I sang in my elementary school choir. One night on KPBS, a musical tribute to a guy named George Gershwin hooked me on the American Songbook and jazz.

Private vocal study followed from age fifteen into my early twenties. I studied only classical music and built the vocal foundation that serves me well to this day. All the while, I performed in musical theatre. Well into my thirties, I felt inspired to develop my own style as a solo artist. Singing in my own voice led me away from the theatre and into clubs, concert venues and corporate events.

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Called “Magnetic and excellent” by the San Diego UT

“A voice that has substance and maturity yet retains a youthful quality.” The San Diego Troubadour

The Four Freshmen
band / ensemble / orchestra

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Music

Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

Estate' - Single

Self Produced
2021

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Like a Lover

Self Produced
2017

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Videos

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