It was 1972, the last human-crewed moon landing took place, Carole King won the GRAMMY for Song of the Year, Richard Nixon arrived in Moscow for a summit with Soviet leaders, and... Doug Karl took the stage at age 13 for the very first time in a talent contest. Accompanied by his grandpa on piano, the same man who encouraged him to boldly step out on stage, Doug discovered his love for music and performing.

Growing up he explored opportunities to learn and grow as a musician. In 1981 he completed a degree in music education and launched into a fulfilling career in music ministry in churches across America. For 20 years he directed a 40-voice youth choir that toured throughout the U.S. and abroad. With a diverse work background that includes teaching music, piano refinishing, and even as a motorcoach driver, Doug eventually found himself managing a property for retired senior adults. While managing an independent community, he was blessed to perform again and again for residents whom he grew fond of.

In 2017 he launched Joyful Tunes for Life and began performing regularly at retirement communities. He found he had a deep love for sharing music and connecting with senior adults. Whether it’s through a song from the past, a heartfelt story or just a bit of humor, Doug has performed and engaged audiences through hundreds of performances.

Married to his college sweetheart, Janice, for 43 years, they feel tremendously blessed to have two married sons and five gorgeous grandchildren.

In 2019 they relocated from Iowa to Wesley Chapel, Florida, where Doug teaches elementary music for Pasco County in Dade City.

In his career, Doug has performed in Europe, Central America and in nearly every state. In 2023 he performed 232 concerts across Central and Southern Florida.

You can book Doug for performances at your community by contacting him here today!