Born and raised in Peru, Indiana, Kati began her musical studies in 1995 at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music in Ohio. After receiving a BM in vocal performance, she headed out to the San Francisco Conservatory of Music where she was awarded a MM in 2001. Being captivated by the rich culture and musical history there, Kati began to teach vocal lessons and decided to make San Francisco her home. Since 1999, Kati has been seen in a number of operatic performances throughout the Bay Area including several solo art song recitals.

In November of 2003, Kati met guitarist Jeff Weinstein and was invited to join up with "The Mark Kaye Band" as a background vocalist. There began an important turning point in the direction of her musical career. Leaving the classical world behind for the most part, Kati quickly started recording work for "Mark Kaye Music", and brushed up on her percussion and keyboarding skills as well. After a few months, she established herself as the featured female vocalist and secondary keys for the band.

Being inspired by the abrupt, but fortuitous, turn in musical direction, Kati began learning the guitar and discovered her own ability and passion for songwriting. Her debut CD release is being planned for the upcoming year.

"Mark and Jeff have given me the opportunity to discover, explore, and express my true musical calling."

Currently, Kati can be found touring with "The Mark Kaye Band" and performing the occasional "classical gig" throughout the Bay Area.