“One of the fastest rising stars on the Twin Cities jazz scene…Katia Cardenas is a young but veteran vocalist who can cover Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday, yet is equally adept at modern folk/pop/blues. This is no surprise given her background in music since early childhood.”

“Katia Cardenas has long since been embraced by elders and peers alike. This is due mostly to raw talent, but she has an affability and charm that is impossible to resist. Katia is that rare jazz vocalist who can scat and bop with the best, but also knows a good pop tune or two. It’s called working the crowd!”

“Katia Cardenas is a beautiful soul. And beautiful souls deserve a larger voice - wait, she already has that”

“You have to be on your game to stay true to the lyrics, the melody, the meaning, and then add your own personality to the performance. I listened deeply from start to finish, and I can honestly say that this artist, this interpreter of song, is one you won’t forget. Katia is the real deal, and will leave you wanting to hear more.”

“Katia is an artist who uses her skill and voice in the service of emotion and feeling. This, for me, is what makes performance compelling. I have seen talented artists that didn’t move me emotionally, and artists like Katia transcend that. Her voice, skill and presence bring a song into full bodied aliveness in the room”

“Don’t miss her dynamic, beautiful and nuanced performances.”