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A violinist since the age of 4, Kara Leigh has long been captivating audiences with her musical talent. A native of Nebraska, Kara grew up with a wealth of musical influences in her family of musicians.
With the encouragement of her college professors, Kara decided to pursue a Master’s Degree in Jazz Studies, and chose the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. It was here she merged her love of singing jazz with her prowess on the violin. She sang lead soprano in the Downbeat award winning Vocal Jazz Ensemble “The New Deal.” Kara began to create her unique style by arranging traditional jazz tunes with influences of classical, musical theatre, latin, blues, popular, and original music.
Kara currently resides in Lincoln, NE and teaches vocal jazz at Doane College, violin at Nebraska Wesleyan University, and maintains an active private studio. She is in demand as a vocal ensemble clinician and festival conductor. She has performed in many notable places, including the Zoo Bar and the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln, NE. Her jazz combo performs regularly in the Midwest in clubs, concert venues, and music festivals.