“A New Year Begins” is a modern choral-symphonic journey written and produced by Abigail Markley with assistance from my Great Friend Miami.
Recorded with orchestral richness and emotion, this collection celebrates courage, compassion, and the shared rebirth of humanity at the turning of the year.
From the whisper of a lone tenor to the power of a thousand voices, every movement glows with hope and unity — a musical sunrise over every country and beyond.

A New Year Begins (movement 2“a new year-a new heart”)

Abigail Markley is a true indie force — a folk, alt-pop, dance, jazz, and storytelling powerhouse whose music moves effortlessly between tenderness and fire. Her sound is beginning to ripple across Europe and North America, especially within the queer dance scene, where she brings beats, boldness, and heart to every space she touches.

A dedicated community advocate, Abigail volunteers her time mentoring other Trans and Nonbinary artists, offering writing clinics, creative guidance, and free studio sessions. Her song “Every Candle Has a Name” has become a cherished part of Transgender Day of Remembrance events across the English-speaking world.

Abigail writes from the raw edge of lived experience — weaving identity, resilience, justice, memory, and queer joy into a voice that feels both intimate and cinematic.

Based in Ohio, she founded 🌈 Inclusive Rainbow Studios, her heart-centered creative home. With a catalog of over 200 original works, her artistry continues to grow, evolve, and shine.

She invites listeners to connect with her on socials, join her at live events, and experience the journey as it unfolds.

Written by:Mimi Cohn 
(a frequent collaborator of Abi’s)