Local singer-songwriter Judy Ann will release her debut album, “Glass Doll,” on June 6 at 7 p.m. at Map Studios, in Wimberley. To mark the release, Judy Ann will perform a live set of the album’s five songs. “A deeply personal project,” she says, “the songs reflect the heart’s tender places—its breaks, its healing and the divine light that finds its way through every crack.”
Recorded and mixed between two central Texas studios, Map Studios and J-Steph Studios in Georgetown, the album blends intimate storytelling with professional production. From the raw emotion of the title track, "Glass Doll," to the evocative imagery of "Dandelion" and "Her Hearts Pieces," the project showcases Judy Ann’s evolution as a songwriter.
Judy Ann’s love for music took root in childhood. With ukulele in hand, she has spent years gathering lyrics that carry the stories of difficult paths walked, hope rediscovered and courage found.
“Recording in the heart of Hill Country allowed me to reflect on the lyrics that I had written. Putting my words to music has been a dream come true. It is a dream that I’ve had since I was young.”
Also a kilned glass artist, Judy Ann drew inspiration, she says, “from taking shattered pieces and melding them into something whole again.” This transformative process mirrors her faith — “God restores what life fractures, shaping beauty from brokenness.”
Map Studios is located at 201 Rambling Oaks Dr. CD and digital copies will be available at the release and the album will be available on all major digital platforms, including Amazon Music, iTunes, and Spotify, with physical CDs available at local retailers and upcoming live performances.
