ABOUT
What do you love about music?
Music is both as simple and as complicated as you want to make it! Most of my favorite memories involve music in one way or another, and the relationships I’ve built with fellow performers are ones I will always cherish. Music is the thing I’ve devoted my life to, and I’ve never regretted it.
Who is your favorite artist?
Jeff Lynne of Electric Light Orchestra
What are your top five desert-island albums?
Octavarium — Dream Theater
Abbey Road — the Beatles
A New World Record — Electric Light Orchestra
The Stranger — Billy Joel
Flood — They Might Be Giants
Do you play in a band or currently perform?
Yes! I perform solo at coffee shops in the area and am part of several bands around the world via an online site called BandLab!
PHOTOS
BIOGRAPHY
Gabriel Kanka was born and raised in Leo, Indiana, just north of Fort Wayne. His musical experience began in early childhood when he performed alongside his family at churches in the area. He studied vocal music education at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music in Bloomington, Indiana. After graduating, he taught choir at a local middle school for two years. Gabriel has written over 250 songs spanning every genre from EDM to progressive metal. His collaborations include musicians from Chile, Australia, Germany, France, Japan, and many other countries across the globe. In his spare time, Gabriel is also a visual artist! Gabriel’s teaching background and creative spirit will help you free your voice as you find your melody.