A warm, engaging hour of timeless songs, stories and shared memories created especially for retirement communities, assisted living and memory care audiences.
Gary Giles is a veteran vocalist and storyteller whose performances are built around the songs people remember, the stories those songs awaken, and the simple pleasure of enjoying live music together.
A quick look at the voice, warmth and stage presence Gary brings to a room.
Ol’ Man River — conclusion · 38 seconds
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot — live highlight · 23.5 seconds
Comments from residents after Gary's live performances show what familiar music can do: bring back memories, encourage participation and create genuine connection.
“Brought back great memories — music from the ’50s & ’60s!”
Resident response after a Gary Giles performance“EXCELLENT!”
Resident describing Gary's performance“ABSOLUTELY!”
Resident asked if they would enjoy having Gary return“College days & dating my husband.”
A resident describing memories brought back by the music“Memories of dances at the USO and dances at the Tower Ballroom in the late 1940s.”
A resident describing memories brought back by the program“My husband — Dock of the Bay.”
A resident recalling a special person through a familiar songA selection of standards, soul, pop, sacred music, hymns, spirituals and timeless favorites that can be shaped to fit the audience and occasion.
The goal is not simply to sing at an audience, but to connect with them.
Credits include Ain’t Misbehavin’, The Wiz, Home, Purlie, Porgy and Bess, Big River and Ragtime.
National Anthem performance credentials, professional voiceover work, and a Gold Record credit with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s The Lost Christmas Eve.
For activity directors and life-enrichment teams: ask about a one-hour live program, repeat bookings, special events and customized song selections.
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