ABOUT
Singing ~~ my true passion in Life ! I have Hundreds of Songs in my repertoire ranging from Blues, Jazz, R&B, Motown, Funk, Dance/Disco, Island Music, Pop, Southern Rock, Classic Rock, Oldies to Country.
I attribute my inspiration to my Father and childhood friend, Cindy L. Schwenk ~ RIP. I have performed in various bands and duos all over Berks and Schuylkill County as well as Philadelphia and the Pocono's. Since moving to Florida, I have performed for private party's & festivals, various local restaurants & bars, outside art & studio walks in the Fort Myers and Naples areas. I also Performed in several duos and fronted a few bands and continue to do my solo act for private functions and assist at an elementary school playing acoustic guitar and writing children songs.
. I am Blessed & gifted with my Unique Style, Intense Emotion, High Energy and Heartfelt Interpretations that captivate my audiences. Happy and having Fun
I am available to gig anytime of the day or night ~~ For Bookings and correspondence please email me kat923 G to make contact and leave message ! thank you!!
My desire is to write original music that touches the hearts of our youth ~ making an impact and a difference in their lives for a better tomorrow through The Truth, The Light and The Way.
- Screen name:
- KATmusicwith9lives
- Member since:
- Jul 24 2005
- Active over 1 month ago
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 40
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
Influences
Carole King, Melanie, Bonnie Raitt, Susan Tedeschi, Pat Benatar, Linda Ronstadt, Etta James, Beth Hart, Sass Jordan, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Janis Joplin,Tina Turner,The Monkees, Jackson 5, Journey, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, SRV,Whitesnake, Dream Theatre, Tommy Johannson, BB King, Eagles, Jim Croce, The Beatles, Elvis Presley,Sonny & Cher, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Amy Grant,Petra,Stryper,Andre Crouch, Linda Eder ~ The List goes on & on
Instrument experience:
- Vocalist:
- Expert
- Other Percussion:
- Intermediate
- Rhythm Guitar:
- Beginner
EQUIPMENT
6 channel Peavey PV10 New 5/10/11, QSC 1000Watt 10" Speakers New 5/10/11 , 57 shure mic, 57 cordless mic, Seinnheiser coldless Mic, WMS 40 Pro Mini Mic, back tracks, wechter and Washburn acoustic guitar, Double head conga, wooden recorder + more
MUSIC
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Laundromat Blues ~ Blues ( Robin Ford)
Laundromat Blues ~ Blues ( Robin Ford) Year: 2009
one of the songs on "Jazzed Up In Blue" a cd I made for my Dad on Father's Day 2009.
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Turn Me On ~ Jazz (Norah Jones)
Turn Me On ~ Jazz (Norah Jones) Genre: Jazz
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Stuck In The Middle With You ~ Classic Rock ( Steelers Wheel )
Stuck In The Middle With You ~ Classic Rock ( Steelers Wheel ) Year: 2010 Genre: Classic Rock
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Draggin' The Line ~ Classic Rock ( Tommy James )
Draggin' The Line ~ Classic Rock ( Tommy James ) Year: 2010 Genre: Classic Rock
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Neither One Of Us ~ R&B ( Gladys Knight & the Pips)
Neither One Of Us ~ R&B ( Gladys Knight & the Pips)
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Meet Me With Your Black Drawers On ~ 40's Jazz
Meet Me With Your Black Drawers On ~ 40's Jazz Year: 2010 Genre: Jazz
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PIECES OF YOU ~ ORIGINAL Chris Farraday & Kat Stramara
PIECES OF YOU ~ ORIGINAL Chris Farraday & Kat Stramara Year: 2001 Genre: Acoustic
lyrics by Kat Stramara Music by Chris Farraday. This song was written off the cuff and layed in 45 minutes on 3/0/01
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I'm Tore Down (Video)
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CALENDAR
Past Events
Private Party for Tara Woods Community
9pm to 1am
7pm to 11pm
Feeling a we bit Irish again
at Jim Bob's Pub
Cape Coral, FL
FlashBack Sunday at Anthony's Every Sunday 5pm to 9pm
1303 Del Prado Blvd, Cape Coral, FL
Great Food, Great Service, Great Time!!
Performing all your favorites 50's through the 90's
6pm to 10pm
Stop in for a good time on the blvd. with daily specials!!
Wednesday nights in July 6pm to 10pm
Every Sunday 5pm to 9pm
Singing/Entertaining you with all your favorites from 50's through the 90's
Kat's on the Prowl this Friday at JimBOB' in Cape Coral 7pm to 11pm
KAT is Back at the ACT Gallery supporting ACT(Abuse Counseling Treatment Center) Saturday evening from 6pm - 10pm performing Jazz n' Blues for your listening pleasure.
Will be promoting my solo Business as a member of the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce along with my 21 song CD "Mostly on Mondays" from 11am - 6pm. come join in on the fun festivities all day long at the Beach
Private Club 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Come join Kat on the prowl at everyone's favorite spot on the beach where the party begins and never ends as you watch the sunset! Kat performs all your favorite tunes from 5pm - 9pm
Kat's serenading the Plantation with her sultry voice tonight singing your favorite oldies, jazz and blues dinner music. 6pm - 9pm
come watch the sunset at the ever popular Matanzas Inn ~ Upper Deck "Where The Party Starts" from 5:30 - 9:30. Kat will be doing all your favorite tunes for your listening and dancing pleasure!