Music is unique in its power to connect – bringing people together from all reaches of the world and providing a common ground in which relationships of all kinds can be forged. For Savi and Josh Levy, music forms the foundations of their individual lives, and is the driving force behind their heartfelt, longstanding romance.
The pair met in 2017 while working on a cabaret show together, and their relationship took a turn for the romantic after a year and a half of friendship. The producer of the cabaret now calls himself “cupid” – a testament to the strength of the community that surrounds them, and the joyful support it provides.
The music community is one that both Savi and Josh have been a part of for the majority of their lives. Both grew up in California – Savi in Mt. Shasta and Josh in Pasadena – before pursuing music in college at Cal State Northridge and USC, respectively. Now, jazz has become an integral part of each of their professional careers.
Josh, working as a pianist, arranger, and music director, has toured with the swing band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy for 28 years. Savi, similarly, leads her own jazz and swing band, Savi & the Hot Toddies. For the past 25 years, she has been performing and recording as a professional vocalist specializing in jazz, pop, and classical music.
When on a vacation from their musical professions in Hawaii, Josh and Savi’s relationship took another significant turn. Hiking down through the rainforest of the Kilauea volcano, the pair stopped to rest at the edge of its caldera. As she watched Josh reach into his bag, Savi was expecting to be handed water and a snack, but was taken by surprise when instead, he gave her a ring box and an incredibly romantic speech.
On June 29, 2024, the pair were married back home in Glendale. The beautiful ceremony was heightened by a special tree watering, carried out by the couple and Josh’s two sons to symbolize the roots and branches of their family. Confetti cannons, delicious food, and heartfelt speeches abounded, and the significance of the music community in their lives came into play once more as talented friends and family members gave personalized musical performances.
Savi and Josh’s love is beyond inspirational, and we wish them the absolute best as they venture into the rest of their lives together. We know that whatever they do, music will always surround them and form a soundtrack to their lasting love.
Photo by Richard Williams
By Gigi Appelbaum-Schwartz
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