About this Event
“When you hear her sing—look out. She’s able to tell a story through her music, and it makes everyone around her want to stop and listen.” — Donald Vega | The Juilliard School
Kate Kortum is a 24-year-old breakout jazz vocalist, originally from Houston, whose warm, distinctive sound blends bebop, blues, the Great American Songbook, and musical theatre with captivating, story-driven lyrics. Her artistry bridges tradition and innovation, offering audiences a fresh, contemporary take on the jazz vocal legacy.
Kate earned her degree in jazz voice from the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music and a master’s degree from the Juilliard School, studying with some of the leading voices in modern jazz.
“Hailed for her warm, distinctive sound that blends the blues, bebop and Broadway.” — DownBeat
Her debut album, Good Woman reimagines jazz standards originally written by men, reclaiming them through bold arrangements and a distinctly female perspective. The album struck a chord with listeners, surpassing one million streams in its first month and now boasting over 3.5 million streams. Critics have praised her ability to revitalize the tradition with authenticity and daring.
“Kortum’s music has an old soul but a young heart. She takes big liberties on every swinging little number and those interpretative skills make her familiar music sound fresh.” — Jazz Journal UK
In just a few years, Kortum has performed on some of the most iconic stages in jazz, including the Newport Jazz Festival, SXSW, Birdland, Blue Note, Mezzrow, Dizzy’s Club, and Jazz at Lincoln Center with the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Her collaborations include working with Cyrille Aimée, Bryan Carter, Peter Bernstein, Emmet Cohen, and Wynton Marsalis. A recipient of multiple DownBeat Magazine and National YoungArts awards, she continues to solidify her place as one of the most exciting young voices in jazz.
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Info & Tickets at JazzCoterie.com | $35 General Admission | FREE for Music Students | 50% for Musicians & Educators | Tickets purchased at the door will be subject to $5 for taxes and fees.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Howard, 405 Washington Avenue, Oshkosh, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 63.57
