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Donna De Lory
Donna De Lory is a spiritual singer, dancer, and songwriter. Her music is a beautiful hybrid of English lyrics and devotional Sanskrit mantras set to modern melodies, often accompanied by musicians such as Ty Burhoe on tabla and Cameron Stone on cello.
De Lory was raised in a musical home in Calabasas, California. Her grandfather played cello and upright bass for the Warner Brothers Studio Orchestra, her mother was a singer and dancer, and her father, Al De Lory, was a musician who played keyboards with Phil Spector's Wrecking Crew. De Lory began performing at a young age, making her professional debut at age eight. By junior high, she had already contributed her voice to projects by Kim Carnes, Barry Manilow, and Santana; the Rocky II soundtrack; and the theme song for Disneyland's "It's A Small World" ride.
De Lory later became an integral part of producer Pat Leonard’s productions for artists like Ray Parker, Jr., and Carly Simon. Leonard also helped her land a job as one of Madonna's singing and dancing stage companions. She worked with Madonna on six international tours, including the Who's That Girl, Blonde Ambition, and Drowned World tours. De Lory also had a part in the documentary Truth or Dare. Madonna says of De Lory, “I’ve always admired Donna’s voice; her songwriting is poignant and heartfelt.”
De Lory has recorded with many artists, including Julio Iglesias and Jewel. In 1993, she released her self-titled debut on MCA. When she met cellist Cameron Stone, she began to hone a new sound that combined her pop experience and emerging interest in world music with his classical training. They called their unique musical hybrid, and the album, Bliss. As a producer and musician, De Lory’s other albums include The Lover and the Beloved and her most recent album, Sky Is Open. |
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faculty information
| 21175 Colina Road
Topanga, CA 90290
website: donnadelory.com
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