Shot this video at the break of dawn in Joshua Tree with a bloody nose and a cactus in my foot.
Kristen Toedtman exudes warmth and excellence on stage, whether in front of an orchestra or behind her guitar. Known for her collaborative spirit and prowess with tight harmonies, she has shared the stage as soloist or in small ensemble with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Philip Glass Ensemble, Frank Zappa's Mothers of Invention, Musica Angelica, Bang on a Can All-Stars, the Britt Festival Orchestra, Corona Del Mar Festival Orchestra, and Baltimore Concert Artists. For full bio, click here.
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Grab a friend and sing this song for Baltimore!
Sing this song with your friends and share your version with the world to show your support for Baltimore's Ceasefire anniversary this August. On August 4th, the Community Chorus of Peabody will lead a Community Sing at the Celebrate Life event in downtown Baltimore and we'll end with this song. Sing with us virtually by uploading your video with the tags #baltimoreceasefire #ceasefireSING and #communitychorusofpeabody. Make it your own, sing your own version, just send us your love!
Returning to the Britt Festival in Oregon
I'm thrilled to announce I'll be returning to Jacksonville, OR for the beautiful Britt Festival Orchestra series backing up the wonderful Measha Brueggergosman on a new piece of music by Gabriel Kahane entitled "emergency shelter intake form." It explores the reality of facing the need to fill out such a form, a reality for many of our neighbors and fellow citizens.
Upcoming Concert - a new band!
Wednesday, July 11
KT's Conjunto of Baltimore [still need a name!]
Performing at Cylburn Arboretum
FREE! Bring a blanket/chair/picnic/friend
Introducing: KT's Crash Chorus!
Born from many people telling me their desire for an opportunity to sing, I've created a traveling, adaptable workshop: Crash Chorus! Check out the new page here.
Upcoming Shows
LA Phil: John Adams conducts John Adams
Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Written for 2 pianos, wind orchestra and 3 vocalists, Grand Pianola Music is a wild ride in three movements. John Adams conducts the LA Phil. Also on the program, a Philip Glass world premiere.
LA Phil: John Adams conducts John Adams
Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Written for 2 pianos, wind orchestra and 3 vocalists, Grand Pianola Music is a wild ride in three movements. John Adams conducts the LA Phil. Also on the program, a Philip Glass world premiere.
LA Phil: John Adams conducts John Adams
Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Written for 2 pianos, wind orchestra and 3 vocalists, Grand Pianola Music is a wild ride in three movements. John Adams conducts the LA Phil. Also on the program, a Philip Glass world premiere.