Deanna Lunt Baker and her husband, Dale, are blessed to be the parents of two children. She is an Artist Diploma Candidate, having recently served as the Youth Choirs Conductor’s Assistant for the Dallas location. Deanna joined MCO Texas–Dallas as a soprano in the Grand Chorus when she and her family moved to Texas in 2019.
Deanna earned her bachelor of music degree in vocal performance from Brigham Young University. As a student she was able to perform in concerts, recitals, and major roles in several operas. She was able to be a part of the renowned BYU auditioned choirs, working with esteemed conductors Rosalind Hall and Dr. Ronald Staheli. Deanna started teaching private voice lessons while finishing her degree and has been able to teach in many of the locations she has lived in since then.
Deanna loves having an active role in the MCO organization. She is grateful for the opportunity to work in a professional organization that values high musical standards. She loves working closely with the directors and gaining important knowledge and skills to further her musical progress. She cherishes working with the youth of DMCO and is amazed at their abilities and spiritual maturity.
Deanna’s musical mentors have also included Debbie Rappé, Dr. Marilyn Coles, Dr. Clayne Robison, Rosalind Hall, Dr. Ronald Staheli, Dr. Lawrence Vincent, Dr. Ruth Christensen, Dr. Anna Mouy, Dr. Diane Reich, Dr. Darrell Babidge, and Jennifer Babidge.