Artistic Team
Dr. L. Fabián González, Artistic Director
L. Fabián González is a choral conductor, vocal pedagogue, and educator. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Choral Conducting with a cognate in Vocal Pedagogy from Louisiana State University. Since beginning his teaching career in Puerto Rico and later relocating to the mainland United States, Fabián has worked with a wide variety of ensembles, including children’s, collegiate, community, opera, and symphonic choruses. His experience includes serving as Assistant Conductor of the Master Chorale of Tampa Bay, teaching choral conducting at LSU, and working with university choral programs in Puerto Rico, Florida, and Louisiana. Whether on the podium, in the rehearsal room, or teaching individual singers, Fabián enjoys helping musicians grow while bringing engaging and meaningful performances to life. On top of his music studies, Dr. González holds degrees in journalism and law, and is still a licensed attorney in Puerto Rico.
Dr. González says that, “In OGC, I have found my professional home where I can grow my roots both as a musician and an ally to the LGBTQ+ community. I am committed to contributing to Florida’s vibrant musical community and look forward to bringing my expertise and passion for choral excellence to the Orlando Gay Chorus.”
You can reach Dr. González at fgonzalez@orlandogaychorus.org
Jenny Cate Hodil, Associate Artistic Director
JC is the Associate Artistic Director for the Orlando Gay Chorus. Ms. Hodil has taught music for 16 years, teaching piano at Dr. Phillips High School, and teaching chorus at Walker Middle School, Dundee Ridge Middle Academy, and Davenport School of the Arts, where she is presently the choral director. She holds a Bachelor of Music Education from the Florida State University and a Master of Music from Northwestern University. JC believes in developing self-efficacy through music performance and loves to bring her passion to OGC.
Sue Glerum, Principal Accompanist
Sue earned her Master of Music degree in Music Theory from the Eastman School of Music and her Bachelor of Music degree in Music Theory from Stetson University. She is a Music Specialist at the University of Central Florida School of Performing Arts where she teachers Music Theory, is a collaborative pianist in musical theatre, voice, and acting classes, and coaches students in voice. This is Sue’s 18th year with the Orlando Gay Chorus.
Debbie Drobney, Principal ASL Interpreter
A Professor of Sign Language and Sociology, Debbie coordinates the popular sign language program at Valencia College. Throughout her 22 years as a sign language professional, Debbie has interpreted for the theater. She greatly enjoys mentoring her Valencia students who regularly interpret our major concerts.